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EDITOR’S NOTE
One of the most exciting parts of producing this magazine is when the pieces are all gathered and displayed on our design wall for review. At that point, our vision comes alive or gets rearranged and edited so that it does. We evaluate the order of the stories, the images and how they are presented and flow.

opening to the SILENCE
When I announced earlier this year to my friends and family that I would be attending a silent retreat in the fall, I should have been warned about what would follow. Eyebrow raises, cock-eyed looks, polite nods accompanied by underlying thoughts that I’d finally gone off the deep end.

make it a TRADITION
What is the best way to teach our children about democracy? Each time Election Day rolls around, parents have the most opportune time and option to teach their children about how our democratic society works. It is one the best opportunities to teach about the importance of playing an active role in our democracy.

first Monday Trade Days A Shopper’s Mecca
I recently took a girls’ trip to Canton, Texas, a place that’s famously known for their “First Monday Trade Days.” The market is held the Thursday through Sunday preceding the first Monday of each month. In Canton, you’ll find just about anything for anyone.

tips for hauling your WHEELS
What made you decide to go to the roof rack route rather than the mounted trunk rack? The first rack I had was a basic trunk rack. I found it inconvenient when I wanted to open my trunk with the bicycles attached, the constant detaching and reattaching, and it covered up my license plate.

preparing for the HOLIDAYS
Fall is here and so are the holidays; if you are anything like me, Halloween begins the holidays. This time of year, I find my already busy calendar filling up with school programs, work and church functions, and holiday parties thrown by family and friends.

sparkles and smiles HOW TO ENTERTAIN
Do you ever think that you would love to host a party, but hesitate due to time constraints, culinary skills or available space? The thought of entertaining, while handling a busy schedule, can seem a bit overwhelming.

a master makeover A NEW LOOK
One of the biggest compliments for an interior decorator is to get a callback from a previous client. This was the case when Matthew and Jenessia Cunningham contacted us about designing their master suite. Two years earlier I had worked on their nursery, and now it was time for “Momma’s” makeover.

DINING DELICIOUS with Chef John
A twist to Norman Rockwell’s traditional holiday side dishes.

delish side dishes GIVING THANKS
DIRECTIONS Rinse wild rice in a strainer under cold water for about 1 minute. In a medium saucepan combine rinsed wild rice with 1 tablespoon butter, bouillon and nutmeg. Add wine and water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat. Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes.

making an informed decision THE RIGHT CHOICES
I have noticed parents are having a difficult time deciding how to choose a school for their child. Some common questions I hear are: Should I choose a private school, or a public school? What about these new charter schools? What type of school will...

3rd annual Junior League Kitchen Tour
The Junior League of Shreveport- Bossier kicks off its third annual Kitchen Tour on Saturday, October 29. The eight featured homes will inspire visitors with contemporary kitchen ideas and some of the most enviable design and materials to be found.

Loyola presents 64th Style Show FASHIONABLE ROAD TRIP
Loyola College Preparatory School is Shreveport’s only four-year Catholic high school, and the style show serves as the school’s largest fund-raiser and a venue for recognizing graduating seniors as well as alumni. Last year the event raised $40,000..

CAT’S MEOW
Over 2,500 guests from Shreveport-Bossier and across the nation will party in their best and most sophisticated attire at 2016 Christmas in the Sky. “We’re All Mad Here” is the theme for this year’s mega-event produced by the Shreveport Regional Arts Council.

JULIE T YOUNGBLOOD
Visiting her family’s homestead as a child, Juliet Steele Youngblood did not realize the land’s significance. She remembers the daily sit-down meal – whether it was lunch or supper – and being dressed up like a doll. She remembers her brother trouncing through the grounds, even jumping in the fountains.

LYNN NELSON-STEVENS
In the early ’90s after working her way up to troubleshooter, a job that required her to transfer into stores to solve various issues, she was changed by a volunteer experience. “I felt something I had never felt. So I never went back to PepsiCo and have been working for nonprofits ever since,” she said.

FAITH FARMS
For about three minutes, visitors can enter a coffin and smell roses from the funeral home, exhaust from the hearse, dirt from being put in the grave and last, but not least, a rotting corpse while listening to a story that simulates a ride to your grave, said Candy Wilkins, who formerly managed Cash Point before the local flooding.

KATHERINE’S WAY
For several years while she was growing up, Shreveport was home to designer Katherine Way. She expresses fond memories of her school years at St. Vincent Academy, as well as attending services at Ford Park Baptist Church along with her younger sister, Karla, and their parents, Jerry and Katie Deen.

LES BOUTIQUES DE NOËL little shops of Christmas
“Maria [Casten] and I put our heads together and realized it was the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service,” said co-chairman of the event Kathy Ross. “We wanted to do something different from Santa Claus, so we came up with Smokey the Bear, which led into the great outdoors.

November [ AGENDA ]
JUST FOR YOU NOV. 2: SHREVEPORT DOWN- TOWN ARTWALK, Downtown Development Authority and downtown business partners host this art walk the first Wednesday of the month. Each month see new spaces and different parts of downtown. Free. 5-8 p.m. For a map and location stops visit www.

Guilded Tea
The beautiful Elston Estate at 6800 Querbes Drive was the scene for this year’s Guild Membership Tea. Three guilds – Shreveport Little Theatre Guild, Shreveport Symphony Guild and Shreveport-Bossier Opera Guild – held their membership drive and social on Sept.

YWCA
On Sept. 23, the YWCA of Northwest Louisiana hosted their annual luncheon at Sam’s Town Casino & Hotel in downtown Shreveport. Dr. Dara Richardson-Heron, CEO of YWCA USA, was the keynote speaker. During her speech, Dr. Richard-Heron encouraged women to come together and work to help each other and also be generous and support causes that matter to them.

Take a Number
He says each number is really a planet, with its own qualities, energy, crystals and interactions with other planets. The use of stones in rings and pendants is common to ward off the negativity of an unfortunate numerical combination. There are stones for financial energy and better grades.