Committing to wellness efforts is key to mental health Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino For whatever it is that makes your heart happy, whatever creates a safe space or a moment of solitude within the walls of your mind, Erin Peneston has two words of advice: Do it. The goal is simple. […]
Enthusiasts tout therapeutic benefits associated with caring for houseplants Story by Molly Morris Photos by Liv Paggiarino Meet Drama Boy, a finicky peace lily that demands watering or wilts in protest. Then there’s Rufus Xavier Sarsparilla, a rufibarba calathea named after a song about pronouns on the educational...
Bullet journaling elevates organization, provides space to recenter Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino When nobody in the office quite knew how to approach bullet journaling, it sort of fell into her lap. But with a little research, and a commitment to giving it a try, Cathryn Vilbig was hooked....
LU nurse educator details the balancing act women face as health, family leaders Column by Steveny Grieve Leadership for women today takes many forms. It can manifest through barrier-breaking as women earn new seats at the table. With the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, women — who have long been...
Experts tackle COVID-19 and pregnancy concerns A global pandemic can make the joy of becoming a mom even more stressful. It can be hard to know what to expect and easy to be concerned about the situation – should you go to in-person medical appointments? Who can stay with you in the hospital? Will...
What to keep in mind when planning a wedding during a pandemic Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino Jordyn Pitts jokes her wedding would make the perfect Amazon advertisement. For two months, she scoured the website from top to bottom, picking out florals for her centerpieces and burgundy and white...
Pandemics are NOT covered When planning a wedding, it’s important to be aware of wedding insurance and what it covers. First and foremost, wedding insurance is not going to cover any pandemic-related postponements or cancellations. (There may be exceptions if you purchased it before the pandemic,...
Tips to help you cut that budget while still having the wedding you’ve always wanted Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino There’s so many wonderful things to look forward to when planning your wedding. Finding the perfect dress, the perfect venue, the perfect cake … it can seem...
Renovation aims to turn Ivy Terrace into small wedding venue Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith It’s a home well-known to most in Jefferson City. One that has spent years in neglect, while many in the community worried whether it would be too far gone to save. But the saving has begun....
Ana Marie’s Bridal shows latest bridal trends Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino Whether you’ve always dreamed of being the fairy tale princess, with sparkles and embellishments, or imagined more of a clean, elegant look, with simple lines and bold features, there’s...
