Health + Wellness

Sole to Soul

Exploring the Power of Reflexology through Judith Wakefield’s Gifted Hands Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Stephanie Zaricor Healing can take many forms, but for Judith Wakefield, owner of Sole to Soul Massage Therapy in Farmington, it has never been a job—she was born to help others. Long before she learned the intricate maps of the feet and the pathways of the body’s energy, she felt something deeper stirring in her. “My personal life is grounded in thankfulness, overflowing with...

Health + Wellness

The Sound of Connection

How Kelli Kernon Listens To The Heartland Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Stephanie Zaricor When you sit with Kelli Kernon, you quickly understand that hearing, to her, is more than a sense, it’s how we stay connected to the people we love. It’s the sound of a grandchild’s laughter, a whispered joke or the way a spouse calls your name at the end of a long day. Hearing is the pathway to relationships and connection. To lose it, she says, quietly unravels the parts of life that make us...

Health + Wellness

Page Pilates

Reforming Farmington’s Fitness Industry Article by Kayle Nephew | Photography by Stephanie Zaricor When Page Pilates opened its doors in Festus on July 7, 2025, it wasn’t simply the launch of a new fitness studio—it was the start of something deeply personal, intentional, and community-centered. For founder Danielle Page, Pilates had served as a bridge back to herself. After welcoming her second child, she found her body feeling foreign—exhausted, disconnected, and out of alignment. She began...

Food + Beverage

Build the Perfect Hot Cocoa Bar

A How-To with Amy from A Cup Full of Sass Article by Amy Tinnin from acupfullofsass.com | Photography by Ashley Michele Photography Creating a Hot Cocoa Bar is a way to bring a little holiday magic into your home, and it’s easier than you might think. Kids love it, and it’s perfect for indoor winter days. I always loved setting one up during the holidays when my kids were younger. Perfect for parties or just because. Creating memories like this is what it's all about.  Start with what you...