By June MathewsA few years ago, Vivien and Jim Harmon visited Kirkwood By the River with an eye toward moving there. They were not only bowled over by the beauty of its setting near the Cahaba River, but they also appreciated its amenities and activities.“We fell in love with the place,” Mrs. Harmon said. “It was perfect for us.”Their one misgiving was the prospect … [Read more...]
Seniority: Evelyn Popwell sets the standard at Piggly Wiggly River Run.
By Barry Wise SmithPhoto by Jordan WaldEvelyn Popwell is a fixture on her stool in the checkout line at Piggly Wiggly River Run. Popwell, who turns 92 this October, has been at the store since opening day on November 15, 2006.“Evelyn is an unbelievable worker,” says supervisor Saba Shunnarah. “She’s always on time and never calls out. You don’t see too many … [Read more...]
Partners in Rhyme: Jimmy Gauld and Laine Poole share bonds of friendship and music.
By Brent ThompsonAs with many musicians, the inception of Laine Poole and Jimmy Gauld’s musical journey involved a girl. “We went to the same school. I didn’t know him, and he didn’t know me,” Poole, sitting in a local brewery, recalls.. “We both knew the same girl that lived across the street from me. Per usual, I headed over to Molly’s, and there … [Read more...]
Homeward Bound: An interview with Brady Strain about in-home pediatric therapy
By Lee HurleySo much attention has been paid over the last two decades to the concept of aging in place. That is, rather than moving our seniors out of their homes into facilities, many new products and services have been created to help seniors age gracefully in the comfort of their own home. And yet, in-home care is not only relevant for our seniors, it’s also relevant … [Read more...]
Home Sweet ourHome!: Amanda Owens creates an organization to enable independent living for adults with cognitive disabilities
By Barry Wise SmithPhoto by Jordan Wald and courtesy of ourHomeGrowing up, Amanda Owens did not enjoy sharing a bathroom with her younger brother Chris Clark. But as Chris, who has cognitive disabilities, got older, Owens worried if he could ever expect to have his own bathroom. Chris was fortunate to live with his parents, and his sister when it became … [Read more...]