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Articles by Megan Seckman
A Nostalgic Life In Nancy
For seven months of the year, Priscilla and Jim Taylor live the life they had always dreamed of on eight wooded acres in Nancy, Kentucky. After retiring from two demanding careers (Priscilla as the dean of nursing at San Bernardino Community College and Jim as a high school athletic director and football coach), the slow pace of their second home in Appalachia is a welcome contrast from their former busy life in the San Bernardino region of southern California.
Ladies Who Launch: Brittany Boone's 'Noted'
Ladies Who Launch: Brittany Boone’s ‘Noted’ Keeping it Casual, Chic & Classy: Brittany Boone’s big business move is adding something new and special to the local fashion scene. Written by Megan M. Seckman | Photographed by Kylene White In 2018, Brittany Boone got an entrepreneurial itch she just couldn’t scratch.
7 Black Women To Watch
Don’t take your eyes off of these amazing women. By Megan Seckman | Photos submitted In honor of Black History Month, we are giving a nod to the Black women who are breaking down barriers, advocating for relevant change and setting the stage for the next generation to soar. She wants to give student athletes the power to succeed in and outside of the classroom.
On Talking to My Kids about Marijuana
Reaching Out to Our Kids About Marijuana Before Their Teenage Years Helps the Conversation Remain Judgment-Free and Factual By Megan M. Seckman The signs are obvious. All of a sudden, your little cherub turns into some type of demi-varmint. Ravenous and racoon-eyed, they devour everything in the refrigerator. They rifle through the cabinets in search of some gluttonous, odd concoction like peanut butter, banana and potato chip sandwiches.
A Perfect Match | Today's Woman
A Perfect Match Kelly Ramsey pairs the complex notes of bourbons with the finest chocolates in her Art Eatables stores. Kelly Ramsey is giving us a sweet and chocolatey introduction into the world of bourbon. By Megan Seckman|Photos by Kylene White Unlike most chocolatiers, bourbon is Kelly Ramsey’s passion. Chocolate is merely the avenue.
A Special Delivery
A Special Delivery Megan Bell, owner of The Next Door Market, wants all neighborhoods to have access to healthy food options. Buying fresh food shouldn’t be a luxury, but in some zip codes it is. Megan Bell is on a quest to change this disturbing reality and help families get the nutrition they need through making produce attainable. By Megan Seckman|Photo by Kylene White | Location: Rainbow Blossom It all started with a magazine article about food deserts in West Louisville.
Lights Off (and on)!
At 65, your eyes require twice as much light as they did when you were 20. Inadequate lighting contributes to decreased depth perception and becomes a safety concern, especially in stairways, bathrooms, and kitchens. Seasoned eyes are also more sensitive to glare, so lighting must not only be plentiful, but well shielded. In order to properly illuminate your surroundings, experts recommend adding multiple layers of lighting as you age.
The Project Maven | Today's Transitions
Linda Johnson, 74, likes to keep her fingers busy and brain sharp. Having retired from a career in education, she thoroughly believes that if you want to learn something new, just jump right in. Since her retirement, Linda has published a book, taken up purse and tote-bag making (a skill she learned by watching YouTube videos), and caught her first fish (the biggest of the season at Taylorsville Lake). "Learning something new is always difficult, but it keeps my brain from turning to oatmeal.
3 Trackers for a Wandering Parent
According to the Alzheimer's Association, six in 10 people with dementia will wander. Even in the early stages of Alzheimer's, a loved one is at risk of getting lost, disoriented, or confused for brief periods of time - and may end up in dangerous situations. Fortunately, there are several location devices on the market that assist in tracking the whereabouts of our loved ones with memory issues.
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