Food + Beverage

Fast Food, Naturally

Fuel your vibrant family the way nature intended. Article and Photography by Mary Giacona Feeding kids unboxed and minimally processed foods from nature is unconventional these days. In our hectic world, “normal” has turned into ultra-processed convenience foods devoid of proper nutrients that can easily be absorbed and utilized by the body. This way of life is leaving kids with less energy and more vulnerable to sickness, setting them up for more doctor visits and more medical interventions...

Health + Wellness

A Clearer Future Starts Now

From warning signs to treatment options, learn how early intervention can safeguard your child’s eyesight for years to come. Photography by Paula VM Ever since Ashlynn Dennington, O.D., got her first pair of glasses in second grade, she’s been passionate about helping kids see the world more clearly. She still remembers the wonder of spotting individual leaves on trees for the first time—an experience that inspired her path into optometry. Today, Dr. Dennington leads the team at Texas State...

Life + Culture

Grace Swims

Learning safety, confidence, and how to splash Mom and Dad Article by Daniel Gertson | Photography by Jessi Edison We always knew Grace would love the water. She was due in the middle of summer, and her mom would live on a float if she could. That, and her mom spent most of her final month pregnant in the pool. So yeah, if any child was destined to be a water baby, it was Grace. Naturally, we enrolled her in the “Parent & Me” classes at Vista Swim Academy when she was 7 months old. We spend...

Life + Culture

Ryane For Real

TikTok sensation Ryane Roy opens up about struggles, faith, friendship, and how she’s turning internet fame into something that actually matters. Article by Daniel Gertson | Photography by Kate Roy and Paula VM People of a certain age (like me) can be forgiven for not knowing who Ryane Roy is. But when I told my 13-year-old niece, Brooklyn, that I’d be talking to Ryane, her reaction was immediate and enthusiastic: “No way!! I love her!!” And after chatting with the 16-year-old Boerne...

Local Services

Sit. Stay. Slay.

Canine coiffing gets a glow-up at Bones & Bubbles Dog Spa Photography by Jessi Edison Getting your fur baby’s hair done isn’t just about keeping pups clean anymore. These days, it’s about style, comfort, and a little indulgence. From mud baths to pawdicures and breed-specific styling, today’s grooming services are all about tailoring the experience to each dog’s needs and personality. We stopped by Bones & Bubbles Dog Spa to chat with the pros about what’s hot in the grooming world right now...

Local Services

10 Years of 1HOPE

Celebrating the past and looking to a future where every child has a home. Article by Caroline Heiberg | Photography by Jessi Edison It was born out of a simple but urgent conviction: more could be done—and more should be done—to care for children in the foster system. What started a decade ago with two employees and a vision to equip churches and the community has grown into a movement transforming lives across South Texas. Now celebrating its tenth anniversary, 1HOPE for Kids has placed...

Life + Culture

Fur-Ever Friends

We opened the studio doors to pets of all kinds, and Boerne’s animal lovers didn’t disappoint. Paula VM captured every fuzzy, feathery, fabulous moment. Photography by Paula VM

Life + Culture

Hope Grows at Camp

Where kids facing cancer find courage, friendship, and just the right amount of glitter and giggles. Article by Rey Lopez | Photography by Paul Metzgar, Marien Armstrong, Kelsey Henry Imagine for a moment that your child has been diagnosed with cancer. After the initial shock subsides, life quickly spirals into a whirlwind of hospital visits, treatments, and emotional upheaval. Amid that chaos, moments of joy and connection can feel painfully out of reach. But it’s Discovery Camps’ mission to...

Event Planning + Services

Scoop Up the Fun

From birthdays to date nights, Parker’s parties are anything but vanilla… even though the vanilla is delicious too! Photography by Paula VM At Parker’s Ice Creams, parties aren’t just about cake and candles. They’re about creativity, community, and a whole lot of frozen magic. “We can do a party for anything,” says owner Hali Picciano. “The ability to create your own flavor is really just absolutely amazing.” Whether you’re hosting a birthday bash, tie-dye day, or even a wedding celebration...

Health + Wellness

Caring For Your Kids

Dr. Veronica Zamora-Campos from VIVA Pediatrics talks resilience, relationships, and raising kids from crawling to flying. Photography by Jessi Edison In fast-growing communities like Boerne, Fair Oaks, Leon Springs, and The Dominion, families are looking for trusted healthcare providers who truly understand their children’s needs. At VIVA Pediatrics, that kind of care is a calling. We spoke with Dr. Veronica Zamora-Campos, a seasoned pediatrician with nearly 30 years of experience, to talk...