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Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders

May 16, 2022 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

Many folks retire and head to the island state of Hawaii, with its beautiful surroundings. But upon retiring from their business, Lillian and Stave Watanabe decided to leave Hawaii in 2020, and they ended up in Italy. No, not that Italy. Rather, Italy, Texas, just down the road from Waxahachie. There they had the opportunity to buy a 65-acre ranch “surrounded by oak … [Read more...] about Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders

Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week

Mar 22, 2022 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

To welcome folks back from spring break, the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon committee was busy preparing letters to remind people of the 2022 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show. Gathering at Luncheon Chair Shannon Graham’s home, Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth, 2022 Community Service Award Recipient Sarah Losinger, Underwriting Chair Kimber … [Read more...] about Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show Letters Are Hitting Mailboxes This Week

JUST IN: 2022 Equest Honorary Chair And Community Service Awardee Announced

Jan 21, 2022 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2022 Luncheon and Fashion Show Chair Shannon Graham is getting all her ducks in a row. Having locked down the date (Tuesday, October 4) and the place (Brook Hollow Golf Club) with fashions from Highland Park Village under the direction of Jan Strimple, she’s already arranged for some familiar names in philanthropy on board to highlight the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Equest Honorary Chair And Community Service Awardee Announced

Equest Is Chomping At The Bit For Four-Legged Volunteers

Jan 3, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Volunteers come in all sizes, ages, sexes and talents. And there is always a need for them. But Equest has a need for a different type of volunteer. They’re looking for horses. Over the past decades the nationally renowned equine therapy program has provided everyone from children to military veterans with a better life. But to provide such services, it take horses. But … [Read more...] about Equest Is Chomping At The Bit For Four-Legged Volunteers

MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

Dec 27, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2021 President Katie Layton and Luncheon Chairman Beth Layton, “When Equest Women’s Auxiliary founder Louise Griffeth started the organization more than thirty years ago, Equest was known as Freedom Ride and many people were unfamiliar with the cause and how to become supporters.  Her vision was to create a vital support team to help … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary

JUST IN: 2022 Equest Gala To Have A “Blue Ribbon” Leadership Team For The Annual Fundraiser

Dec 9, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

For ages the term “blue ribbon” has been associated around the world with outstanding recognition. From l'Ordre des Chevaliers du Saint Esprit (Order of the Knights of the Holy Spirit)’s proudly displaying the "cordon bleu" to the passenger liners making the fastest crossing of the Atlantic receiving The Blue Riband, it has symbolized a true distinction. So, it’s no … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2022 Equest Gala To Have A “Blue Ribbon” Leadership Team For The Annual Fundraiser

MySweetWishList: Equest

Nov 29, 2021 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, "Every day as I look out my office window, I see children and adults working hard as they learn new skills, reach milestones, and create lifelong memories in our new Al Hill Jr. Arena. Their engagement with our treasured therapy horses is beyond special. “On Tuesday mornings, there is a young girl who receives equine assisted … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest

Veterans Day Can Confuse Some People On Different Levels

Nov 10, 2021 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Thursday is Veterans Day and it’s a bit of a mystery on different levels. First of all, the very name. Some claim it’s spelled Veteran’s Day and others say Veterans’ Day. But the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs reports there is no apostrophe for the day “because it is not a day that ‘belongs’ to veterans. It is a day for honoring all veterans.” Next, the day’s … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Can Confuse Some People On Different Levels

There Was A Needle Somewhere Among That Maze Of Orange And White Cones

Oct 4, 2021 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

It’s not every day that you meet a great father-and son team. But last Monday was the day. Still don’t know their names but do know that they had each other's back. The come-together took place at the Parkland drive-thru for Pfizer boosters in the Ellis Davis Field House parking lot in South Dallas. After a half-hour drive to the site, the sight of the lot with a series of … [Read more...] about There Was A Needle Somewhere Among That Maze Of Orange And White Cones

MySweetOpportunity: 2021 North Texas Folds Of Honor Gala

Aug 19, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to 2021 North Texas Folds Of Honor Gala Honorary Co-Chairs Cintia Powers and Johnny Powers, “The North Texas Folds of Honor Gala is more than just a fundraising event. It is a place where military families, veterans, scholarship recipients and members of the North Texas community unite to celebrate and invest in the Folds of Honor Mission. We are beyond proud of … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 2021 North Texas Folds Of Honor Gala

MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show

Aug 13, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to 2021 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show Chair Beth Layton, “For more than 40 years, Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship has improved the lives of children and adults with diverse needs through equine-assisted activities and therapies. “Equest annually serves nearly 2,000 participants whose diagnoses range from Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show

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