In late November 2023, my family and I did something together I will never forget. We all gave our life to Christ and were all baptized. While I was baptized at 12 years old, my children and husband had never been baptized by submersion. After attending our church’s baptism class with them, I knew I wanted to get re-baptized. Though at 12 I knew about Jesus, at this point in my life, something is definitely different.
Yoga, an ancient practice originating in India, has transcended cultural boundaries and evolved into a global phenomenon. … Yoga offers a myriad of physical benefits that contribute to overall well-being. From increased flexibility to enhanced muscular strength, the physical aspects of yoga play a crucial role in promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Discover eight benefits of practicing yoga for enhanced health and well-being in 2024. … Improved Flexibility … One of the most noticeable physical benefits of yoga is the remarkable improvement in flexibility.
This extraordinary property offers resort-style living right here in town. It meticulously blends the warmth and comfort of a home with the opulence and amenities typically found in high-end vacation resorts.
Hadley Stevens Smith is an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute. She is a health economist whose research evaluates the use of genomic medicine, primarily for newborn and pediatric patient populations. Her research has been funded by the National Institutes of Health. … Hadley was born in Texarkana, Texas. She attended St. James Day School and Pleasant Grove High School, where she graduated as Valedictorian. Hadley earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Service and Administration from Texas A&M University in College Station.
In the darkest corners of Texarkana, a woman, a girl, a child lies broken as a stack of green changes hands. Every day another life is ruined while people, a street, a block, a room away, continue on with their lives, none the wiser. … Many believe human trafficking only exists in foreign countries, or they mistakenly believe that it must involve physically transporting victims from one place to another. They can’t imagine something like this would ever live in their community.
Eight debutantes, dressed in traditional gowns and carrying bouquets of red roses, were presented to society on December 28, 2023, at Texarkana Country Club. John Crisp, master of ceremonies, introduced each young lady as she stepped from the dais. Andrea Finley and Leisa Arnett played the chosen debut song for each debutante as she and her escort circled the room. This season was coordinated by Miss Blaire Barlow. … … Kelsey Allison Clark … Kelsey Allison Clark is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Clark of Texarkana, Texas.
My Favorite Era … In the fall, my daughter and I joined a Cinemark theater full of other girls ranging in age from five to forty-five for Taylor Swift’s Eras concert film. … Let me just say, “WOW!” There was so much glitter, sequins, and red lipstick, and even though we were watching on a screen, those little girls (and who am I kidding, us moms, too) were dancing and singing to over 40 of Taylor Swift’s best songs across each of her 10 “eras,” or albums, as if we were there in person on the front row. … If I’m being honest, I am not the biggest or best Taylor Swift fan, or “Swiftie”
photo courtesy of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas … Texarkana, Arkansas by Robert J. Thompson … A new year always invites optimism and opportunity for individuals in leadership. Being new to this area has created a lot of excitement for me and my family, and we are thrilled to call Texarkana home.
Once upon a time, I was a carefree little boy, running around my backyard and making explosion noises with my mouth, pretending I was the star in an action movie—much like millions of other kids often do. I spent three-fourths of my childhood laying on the floor, intently staring at whatever movie my mom had popped into the VHS player for me. … Somewhere along my way, the lines began blurring between film and reality, and I started wondering why my life wasn’t playing out quite like those movies I obsessively watched. … In the movies, a peppy