It was nearly 20 years ago that a teenager faced a daunting problem — her beloved grandmother, Mimi Schendle, was changing and not for the better. Over the next decade, the teenager watched her family helplessly assist Mimi’s journey into the web of Alzheimer’s. Like most diseases, this one doesn’t just impact the patient alone. It hits each member of the family. In this case, … [Read more...] about The Inspiration Of A Girl’s Grandparents Lives At The Cotton Bowl To Support The Battle Against Alzheimer’s
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BvB Dallas To Auction Off 31 Stanley Korshak Wedding Gowns At BvB Bridal Blitz!
There are those dresses that one remembers. Not just the ones that red carpet at the 2015 Met Gala. But it’s those white dresses. Not just the ones with the blue satin sashes that Julie Andrews sang about. It’s those first communion dresses. It’s those graduation dresses. It’s those high school prom dresses. So pristine white that in the years to come they still remain … [Read more...] about BvB Dallas To Auction Off 31 Stanley Korshak Wedding Gowns At BvB Bridal Blitz!
JUST IN: Shelley Tims Named BvB Dallas Executive Director
Some folks think the Blondes vs. Brunettes Dallas (BvB Dallas) only brighten up during the warmer months. So very wrong! Instead of hibernating in the winter months, they’re scurrying around with plans for the coming fundraising activities to fight Alzheimer’s. The BvB Dallas just sent word that due to the success of its seven years in raising nearly two million dollars, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Shelley Tims Named BvB Dallas Executive Director
Teams Are In Final Days Of Prepping For August 16th Blondes Vs. Brunettes Showdown At The Cotton Bowl
The clock is ticking down. While many are lounging in mist-cooled patios with icy adult beverages, the scrappy “Blondes” and “Brunettes” have been sweating, running, throwing and tagging this summer. It’s all been in preparation for the 7th annual Blondes vs. Brunettes Powder-Puff Football Game. Originally the ladies and their male coaches worked out at Dallas Lutheran High … [Read more...] about Teams Are In Final Days Of Prepping For August 16th Blondes Vs. Brunettes Showdown At The Cotton Bowl
Youthful Blondes vs. Brunettes Sweat Through The Summer In Memory Of Not-So-Youthful Types
Like all diseases, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia don’t play fair. But on holidays, it really can hit home when a surviving parent is there physically but the mind has already gone on the long journey in the fog. Ran into a much respected gentleman last week and he admitted that he was glad that his father was comfortable and constantly surrounded by family members … [Read more...] about Youthful Blondes vs. Brunettes Sweat Through The Summer In Memory Of Not-So-Youthful Types
Blondes Vs. Brunettes Party Hearty And Will Play The (Cotton Bowl) Field To Raise Funds To Battle Alzheimer’s
There are some pretty young things who are running around Dallas with broken nails, bruised shins and sunburnt arms and legs. No, they’re not street construction workers. Though, they are facing the same outdoor conditions. They’re the gals who will meet at the Cotton Bowl on Saturday, August 16, for the 7th annual Blondes vs. Brunettes powder puff game to battle … [Read more...] about Blondes Vs. Brunettes Party Hearty And Will Play The (Cotton Bowl) Field To Raise Funds To Battle Alzheimer’s
Blondes Vs. Brunettes Is Gearing Up With Greer Fulton As Chair, 100 Newbies And Fundraising For Alzheimer’s Research And Education
While some folks are going to be working on their flawless tans or enjoying the cool breezes of higher altitudes this summer, there are some dedicated and tireless young gals who will be sweating and bruising it up. Yup, you guessed it — the Blondes vs. Brunettes Dallas. This will be their sixth season to powder puff football for Alzheimer’s fundraising, and it’s going … [Read more...] about Blondes Vs. Brunettes Is Gearing Up With Greer Fulton As Chair, 100 Newbies And Fundraising For Alzheimer’s Research And Education
Mary Frances Burleson Is Deep In The Woods Helping Others Battle West Nile Virus
What's the hottest, newest accessory for the summer of 2012? Designer sandals? Refrigerated earrings? Chiller belts?Just ask Ebby Halliday President/CRP Mary Frances Burleson. She came to Saturday night's Blondes vs. Brunettes at the Cotton Bowl in neutral colors, of course, toting OFF! Deep Woods® Insect Repellent Towelettes.Seems the recent death of Charlie Pistor due to West … [Read more...] about Mary Frances Burleson Is Deep In The Woods Helping Others Battle West Nile Virus
Blondes vs. Brunettes Take Their Fundraising To The Hilton Anatole’s Gossip Bar And Trade In Sneakers For Stilettos
This year, the group that puts on the annual Blondes vs. Brunettes powder-puff football game has an ambitious fundraising goal: $275,000. And it has it for a good reason. Hitting that goal, you see, would put the benefit for the Greater Dallas Alzheimer’s Association over the million-dollar mark in funds raised since the game began five years ago. So, Blondes vs. … [Read more...] about Blondes vs. Brunettes Take Their Fundraising To The Hilton Anatole’s Gossip Bar And Trade In Sneakers For Stilettos
Brunettes Blow Dry Blondes’ Three-Year Streak And Raise $250,000 for Alzheimer’s
Photo Gallery Alert: Blondes vs. Brunettes photos can be found on the MySweetCharity Photo Gallery and there are a lot of them!Saturday the announcer at the 4th Annual Blondes vs. Brunettes' powder-puff football game kept reminding folks, "It's 105 degrees out there. So all you fans, please stay hydrated." Yes, it was indeed a scorcher, but for some reason Mother Nature took … [Read more...] about Brunettes Blow Dry Blondes’ Three-Year Streak And Raise $250,000 for Alzheimer’s
Sweeties Sweat Workouts To Prep For Blondes vs. Brunettes Showdown
While area football writers have been focused on the NFL lockout, they may have missed the real action that has been underway for weeks -- the Blondes vs. Brunettes workouts. In preparation for the Saturday, August 6, 4th Annual Blondes vs. Brunettes game at Westcott Stadium, the two groups have been holding workouts weekly for the Greater Dallas Chapter of the Alzheimer's … [Read more...] about Sweeties Sweat Workouts To Prep For Blondes vs. Brunettes Showdown