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An extra special education

An extra special education

About a decade ago, we lived across the street from longtime Plano residents, the delightful Nancy and Gary Gamble. After we moved in, we quickly realized that their son and daughter-in-law, Travis and Karen, were members of our church.
Doggone dog

Doggone dog

I have always loved dogs, though because of work and other commitments I haven’t always had a dog myself. But I’ve still enjoyed friends’ pets, shows on the Animal Planet channel, and the annual Westminster Dog Show.
Sorting through our stuff

Sorting through our stuff

Well, we did it. We moved. During the last several years, we’ve sort of been suburban nomads. In 2006, we drastically downsized from a large home into a zero-lot-line house. Then, in 2013, we downsized again, super downsized.
Built Mom Tough

Built Mom Tough

Waiting in the lobby of an alternative programs school to interview an educator for a story, I heard the receptionist’s phone ring.
Michael Wiggins joins Children’s Medical Center Plano

Michael Wiggins joins Children’s Medical Center Plano

Last month, Michael Wiggins began his new post as senior vice president, administrator for Children’s Medical Center Plano.
Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival

Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival

Bluebonnets, Indian paintbrush and verbena bursting into bloom along the highways and byways in Richardson herald the arrival of the annual Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival, the largest music event in North Texas.
Hayes Carll at the Courtyard

Hayes Carll at the Courtyard

Hayes Carll is a Texas artist through and through, and a busy one at that. The singer-songwriter has a devoted fan base and has toured relentlessly both stateside and abroad, playing more than 200 shows a year.
New Heritage Farmstead program

New Heritage Farmstead program

The Heritage Farmstead Museum has a new program for seniors called “55+ Exceeding the Limits.” Presentations will be conducted the third Monday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon.
Celebration of the American Bride: The History and Traditions of Weddings

Celebration of the American Bride: The History and Traditions of Weddings

Mark your calendars now for the engaging exhibit “A Celebration of the American Bride: A look at the history and traditions of weddings.” It will be held during the week of June 2–7 at High Street Antique Mall in Plano.
LEGO Americana Roadshow makes one stop in Texas

LEGO Americana Roadshow makes one stop in Texas

See American landmarks like you’ve never seen them before—all built of LEGOs! Ten larger-than-life LEGO replicas of famous landmarks will be on display at Stonebriar Mall May 23 to June 7. This is the only stop in Texas for the display.