By Laura McAlister Journal EditorEllen Long doesn’t know firsthand what it’s like to be a soldier overseas, but she’s getting a better understanding every day. The more she learns, the more she wants to help the young men and women in the military.About a year ago, Ellen and husband Bones were introduced to Adopt-a-Soldier. The program helps supporters of the military … [Read more...]
‘This Was My Chance’
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorThis year for the holidays, Bonnie Miller will sit down for dinner with her family. They’ll probably exchange gifts as well as prayers of thanksgiving.It sounds like a typical holiday, but it won’t be for Bonnie.This will be the first time in five years she’s even celebrated the holidays. In the past, the 41-year-old was too “doped … [Read more...]
Toy Tidings
By Donna CorneliusTickle Me Elmo. Furby. The pink ride-in Barbie car.The very mention of these Hot Toys of Christmases Past can cause parents to break into cold sweats as they remember fevered searches for these once-popular playthings.Remember the Beanie Baby craze of just a few years ago? Many a mom thought she could one day finance her kid’s college education by … [Read more...]
An Inspiring Goal
By Donna CorneliusIn soccer, an unlikely kick that shoots the ball into the goal is a thrilling sight.No less exciting is the unexpected connection between a group of Over the Mountain soccer supporters and some inner city kids who needed a helping hand.Members of the Alabama Women’s Soccer Foundation have reached out to the NorthStar Soccer Club, an organization … [Read more...]
Junior League of Birmingham ‘Tables of Content’ Featured Recipes
Basil and Sun-dried Tomato BrieServes 4 to 61 (5-inch) round Brie cheese4 ounces oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained4 garlic cloves1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese1½ tablespoons chopped pine nuts, toasted1½ tablespoons chopped fresh basilCut off the top rind of the Brie and discard. Arrange the round on a platter. Process the sun-dried … [Read more...]