Talk Tuesday

National Library Week

National Library Week is April 23-29, 2023. In celebration and recognition of National Library Week, Texarkana Public Library's Interim Library Director Laquita Dedmon reflected upon the importance of libraries in the community and the job's joys and challenges. … Libraries today are not that of the old. We have been redefined and are earning a new place in the learning environment. Though Kindles, tablets, and, more often, our phones have become the avenue through which many people read, the library is still a resource.
Posted on April 18, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Hearing Loss and Dementia—What's the Connection?

Hearing loss and dementia are both natural consequences of aging. But did you know that hearing loss itself could cause dementia? … You may think that having hearing loss does not affect your health—except for your actual hearing. But untreated hearing loss could have more effects than you would think, particularly for your mental health. … Dementia is one effect of untreated hearing loss. Scientists have found that the chances of mental decline increase the worse your hearing problems are.
Posted on April 11, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Bougie Grubs Hibachi Bowl

This month's recipe is one of our personal favorites. The hibachi bowl is sure to impress family and friends! … INGREDIENTS … 1 1/2 pound chicken breast … 1/4 cup soy sauce … 1 tbsp sesame oil … 1 tsp ginger paste … 1 tsp minced garlic … 1 tsp black pepper … Bag of stir fry veggies … 1 cup diced zucchini … DIRECTIONS … 1. Cut chicken into small pieces and place in a bowl. 2. Mix in soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger paste, garlic, and black pepper. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes in the fridge. 3. Add chicken to skillet on medium heat. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring often.
Posted on April 11, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

AFTER You Grow Up

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” … When we are young, this is the burning question that seems to be on everyone’s mind. People begin asking us as soon as we can successfully string enough words together to have conversations. This one question encompasses several others: What interests you? Where would you like to go to college? What career can you see yourself doing? Do you want to get married? Do you want to have kids? Where would you like to live?
Posted on April 4, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Book Review

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success fascinated me with its vast reach of applicable principles. Specifically to my own personal development, I could apply the concept to parenting my children, being a spouse to my husband, and how I approach each facet of my work. The notion that everything is movable brings a fresh perspective to every thought, idea, and dream. … "Mindset change is not about picking up a few pointers here and there. It's about seeing things in a new way.
Posted on March 28, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Women’s History Month and the Power of Women’s Voices

Maya Angelou once said, "each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women," and she was exactly right. Only through the efforts of previous women have any others been able to receive the recognition and celebration they have now. In fact, Women's History Month was not nationally established until the late 1980s after centuries of feeling discredited and ignored was combated by the lobbying of several groups and historians across the country.
Posted on March 21, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Pitch It Texarkana 2023

… Imagine if Texarkana, USA, were a magnet for talent and entrepreneurship in our region. Bright young minds would see a tangible path to success after graduating from our schools, local businesses would have no shortage of eager and industrious recruits, an infectious startup culture would permeate our community, and hometown ingenuity would start to look a lot more like big city innovation. … Pitch It Texarkana is a collaborative effort to turn strategic thinking into strategic doing.
Posted on March 21, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Bougie Grubs Pi(e) Day

We know, it is an old joke. But we could not resist the temptation to celebrate Pi Day with Bougie Grubs and her delicious pie recipe! To the math enthusiasts and those with a sweet tooth, this one is for you. Happy Pi(e) Day! … INGREDIENTS … 2 cups of chopped strawberries … 3 tbsp sugar … 1 tbsp cornstarch … 1 tsp of vanilla … 1 package of premade pie crust … DIRECTIONS … 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow the crust to warm up on the counter until you can unroll it without it cracking. 2. Mix strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla in a bowl.
Posted on March 14, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

Songs, Sass, and Sequins

​​"I'd like to teach the world to sing in perfect harmony…" Whether that little excerpt makes you want to sing, bring peace to the world, or drink a coke, those words came to mind the night at the recent 4-States Fusion Chorus friends and family night. 4-States Fusion is Texarkana's all-female, barbershop style, a cappella, song and performance group. The choral ensemble consists of twenty women of all ages from Texarkana and its surrounding areas. To say that this group is talented is, perhaps, the biggest understatement of all time.
Posted on March 14, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE

The Power of Believing in Someone

When the idea came up to write about my career and the story of Sticks Baseball for Texarkana Magazine, I really had no idea if anyone would be interested. Years of trying to inspire everyone around me have led me to believe that if one article, or one interview, can impact even just one person, then it is worth sharing.
Posted on March 7, 2023 in Talk Tuesday READ MORE
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