By Ingrid SchnaderFor the first time ever, you can shop Susan Gordon’s pottery and jewelry in a brick-and-mortar storefront.More than 200 people visited the store’s grand opening Friday at 1910 28th Ave. S. in Homewood to shop the colorful and gold-trimmed designs.In sharp contrast to the perfect-white walls and clean atmosphere at the new storefront, Gordon said … [Read more...]
Little Hands Give Food to Fill Empty Tummies Over Thanksgiving
By Ingrid SchnaderWhen students are on free or reduced-price lunch programs, they’re able to leave their food insecurity at home when they go to school. But over holidays such as Thanksgiving break, they’ll go one week or longer without being able to take advantage of their school’s programs.To help give the community some relief this holiday season, Ashley Seligson … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Pilgrims in Progress
The sad truth is that no kindergartener wants to be a Pilgrim in the Thanksgiving play. In a way, it’s understandable. Feathers or a tight black hat? The choice is obvious. But now that I am an adult (of sorts), I find the Pilgrims to be a fascinating lot. Imagine leaving your home, not once, but twice, and being so committed to your faith that you would crowd into a … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Sing ‘Em If You’ve Got ‘Em
I saw a T-shirt the other day that said, “Am I Getting Older or Are They Just Playing Great Music at the Grocery Store?” Probably both. More than once I’ve caught myself singing in the produce section.Music enhances most experiences. It’s a key component of both weddings and funerals. As part of the prep for my daughter’s C-section, the obstetrician asked what music … [Read more...]
‘He Pops Up Out of Nowhere’: Spartans’ Griffin Relies on Smarts, Instincts to Become a Tackling Machine
Mountain Brook senior middle linebacker Clark Griffin has become adept at the game of hide and seek.Since he’s not big by linebacking standards – Griffin’s only 5 feet, 9 inches and 190 pounds — he employs his crackerjack style of football to avoid blockers and bring down ball carriers.“Against big linemen, I use my quickness and instincts to my advantage,” Griffin … [Read more...]