Life & Human Interest

On rest and resurrection

Feb 24, 2022 at 06:14 am by Emily Humphries 1

There is an ongoing saga at our house about how much my four-year-old son does not want to wear pants, he only wants to wear shorts. The blessing and the curse of living here.... Read More

How to homeschool a child on the autism spectrum

Feb 24, 2022 at 05:59 am by Heather Cadenhead 1

I never planned to homeschool my children. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in English and Professional Education from Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. After graduation, I.... Read More
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Chatterbox: Mary Wade's legacy of strength and kindness

Feb 22, 2022 at 06:38 am by Collier 1

February is Black History month and we recently celebrated School Board recognition week creating an excellent excuse to talk to my friend and civic leader, Mary McKnight Wade.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 7 super preschool programs in Rutherford County

Feb 18, 2022 at 06:59 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

So... it's *still* cold and you and your pride and joy have already had Covid and you're ready to socialize again but would love someone else to handle the details. You need.... Read More

A Life in Exile: Meanwhile…We suffer

Feb 15, 2022 at 06:18 am by cghattas 1

Fiddler on the Roof was our favorite movie, and Yente, the matchmaker, had one of the best lines as they were all leaving their homes for a life in exile: "Maybe next time, G.... Read More
"Roots and Wings" hard cider by Morning Glory Orchard

Murfreesboro Mama: Where to sip, dine, and fly for Valentine's Day

Feb 11, 2022 at 12:24 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

My husband and I have been married for 10 years, and we're at that stage in life when many of our friends are okay with NOT celebrating Valentines Day. I think that's fine. A.... Read More

Pity Party

Feb 09, 2022 at 06:03 am by cghattas 1

I have a confession to make. I don’t always act my age. In fact, I can be downright childish. It’s pitiful, I know, and I’ve had to confess my sin to the Lor.... Read More
Paulette and her husband on honeymoon, November 1977.

Valentine's Day and The Art of Love

Feb 09, 2022 at 05:54 am by Paulette Jackson 1

We are not the same, me and youEach one, not twoBut when I am me, without youI am some-how half, not wholeAnd when we are togetherThough a different twoMy heart espi.... Read More
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I Love You, Chocolate Truffles

Feb 08, 2022 at 06:31 am by RachelS 1

A wise man (or woman) once said,“There are four basic food groups: milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, and chocolate truffles.”   I don't k.... Read More

One Day Isn't Enough

Feb 08, 2022 at 06:29 am by Emily Humphries 1

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a love-hate relationship with Valentine’s Day. Is it a good thing to set aside time and express your love for those.... Read More
The author and her husband Raouf.

When Grief Catches Up

Jan 24, 2022 at 06:24 am by cghattas 1

There’s one thing I don’t like about grief. Well, there are a lot of things I don’t like about grief, but this one is close to the top: it’s just so il.... Read More

Shop.Cook.Eat. within Your Budget workshops coming this February

Jan 19, 2022 at 06:30 am by Voice Wire 1

Visit the calendar on the rclstn.org website and sign up today to participate in a four-week series for the month of February at Linebaugh Public Library. It's SHOP. COOK. EAT.... Read More

Is Your Pet Overweight or Even Obese?

Jan 19, 2022 at 06:19 am by FamilyPetHealth 1

We all know how it feels when those extra pounds creep up on us. Did you know that, just like for humans, a leading threat to the nation’s companion animals is the rise.... Read More

She Will Prevail

Jan 05, 2022 at 11:14 am by sonyamcclloughlockridge 1

It's past time for us to resolve a thing or two about the capital C, CHURCH in America! As my Sunday School teacher would say: “sin is serious business" and I would add.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 5 Things I Learned About Homeschooling in 2021

Jan 05, 2022 at 11:13 am by Laura Beth Payne 1

I didn't want to homeschool. Not really. The thing is I was homeschooled. My education-trained mother and business-degree father did a marvelous job teaching my bro.... Read More