Education

Lighting the Way for Little Voices

How Pediatric Speech Stars Is Changing Lives in Southlake Article by Julie Criscuola | Photography by Samantha Farris, Jenny Lea Photography Before a child ever kicks a soccer ball or joins a preschool class, they are already doing something far more meaningful: learning to communicate. It’s one of the earliest skills we develop, yet one many parents don’t realize is most powerfully shaped in the first years of life. That’s why Speech-Language Pathologist Marcia Church, M.A., CCC-SLP, has...

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Best Sleep Today

When Better Sleep Becomes a New Beginning Article by Samantha Farris | Photography by Best Sleep Today For more than 32 years, Mason Dental has cared for families across Grapevine with the kind of patient-centered treatment that grows from decades of listening, learning, and truly understanding the needs behind every smile. From bi-annual pediatric cleanings to advanced restoration, the practice has always believed that oral health is directly connected to overall wellness. Often, what begins...

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Texas Lung Care Associates

Helping North Texans Breathe Easier and Rest Better Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Texas Lung Care Associates Most people think of sleep as something the body naturally slips into when the day ends. For many, that is true. But for millions of Americans, breathing becomes disrupted the moment they fall asleep, and the effects reach far beyond feeling tired in the morning. At Texas Lung Care Associates, the focus is on restoring healthy breathing patterns so patients can sleep...

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Maverick Medical Care

Redefining Women’s Health, One Conversation at a Time Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Provided by Maverick Medical Care There is a moment many women can pinpoint, even if they never say it out loud. A season when the mirror feels unfamiliar, when energy slips away without reason, when the mind feels foggy in a way rest can’t fix. For some, it begins after childbirth. For others, it arrives quietly in the early years of perimenopause. And for many high-achieving women, it...

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When Your Child Finds Their Voice

A Mother’s Perspective on Support, Dignity, and Community Article and Photography by Julie Criscuola When you're raising children with communication differences, your world becomes both incredibly small and overwhelmingly large. Small, because so much of life revolves around the basics—meals, routines, emotions, sleep. Large, because every decision feels heavy and every milestone carries questions most parents never have to consider. This is the world my family lives in, and it has reshaped...

Fitness

Pugville at Creekside

Where Healing Begins Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris There’s something about a pug that captures your heart the moment you meet one. Maybe it’s the round, soulful eyes or the way their entire body wiggles when they’re happy. Maybe it’s that they love so big without asking for anything in return. Whatever it is, the team behind Pugville has felt it from the very beginning. Located inside Creekside Pet Care Center, one of the area’s most trusted veterinary...

Fitness

Move, Smile, Repeat

The Heartbeat of Jazzercise Southlake Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris If you walk into Jazzercise Southlake, you feel it before you even step onto the dance floor. Music fills the room, laughter bounces off the walls, and the energy is contagious. It’s not just a workout: it’s a celebration. A celebration of you, being you.Exactly who you are, no restrictions and no requirements. Just a place you can unwind and be yourself. At the heart of it all is...

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Sofia Elaine Salon

A Legacy of Love and Style Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris There’s a special kind of beauty that lives inside Sofia Elaine Salon. It’s the kind that comes from more than a great cut or a perfect shade of blonde. It’s born from belonging, connection, and a culture that feels like family the moment you walk through the doors. Every smile, every conversation, and every transformation reflects the heart behind the brand—one built on purpose and passion rather than...

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Holiday Playtime at Gymboree

Give the Gift of Play This Holiday Season at Gymboree Play & Music Southlake Article by Gymboree Southlake | Photography by Provided by Mandy Calvin This holiday season, skip the clutter and give the gift that truly keeps on giving:  experiences that spark learning, creativity, and joy . At  Gymboree Play & Music Southlake , we’re inviting families to embrace the  Gift of Play —enriching opportunities that nurture young minds, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime. Our...

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Shaken with Cheer

Calabrese’s Signature Holiday Drinks Article by Tony Granados, Bartender at Calabrese | Photography by Samantha Farris Bubbas Old Fashion A smooth Southern classic with a sweet twist. Bubba’s Burnt Sugar Bourbon brings rich caramel depth, balanced by bright orange bitters and a touch of smoky citrus peel. Finished with a Luxardo cherry for a hint of indulgence — it’s bold, warm, and just the right kind of old-fashioned charm.    - 2oz Bubbas Burnt Sugar Bourbon    - 3 dashes orange Bitter ...