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7 Ways to Reset Your Well-Being After the Holiday Screen Binge
By Beth Rush Some years, the holidays recharge you. Other years, you come out of them with a smartphone hangover. I knew I had exceeded my screen-time record when my eyes felt gritty before New Year’s even winked at me.…
A Q&A with Larissa Kostal of Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet
What makes Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet stand out among assisted living and memory care communities along the South Carolina Coast?What sets Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet apart is that our residents truly are the heart of every decision. I’ve…
Host a Galentine’s Night In: Because the Best Dates are with your Best Friends
Skip the crowded restaurants and celebrate friendship the cozy way this Valentine’s Day. Hosting a low-key girls’ night creates space for laughter, meaningful conversations, and memories that last longer than roses. Set The Scene Create a space that feels fun…
Love at First Bite
By Michelle Blanchard Ardillo “My mom says she knows you, but I told her you aren’t that Michelle Blanchard.” Yes, he knew three Michelle Blanchards. And thus began this story about fate or destiny or karma or, at the very…
Getting Technical: Spotlight on Dr. Frank Benz of Carolina Rheumatology and Neurology
By Ashley Daniels Just as complex as the human nervous system, so was the multi-directional course that landed Dr. Frank Benz, MD, where he is today as a neurologist at Carolina Rheumatology and Neurology in Myrtle Beach. After graduating with…
The Lover’s Cheesecake Recipe
By Tammie Hughes Ingredients Shortcut Crust Filling Topping Instructions For the shortcut crust, use a pre-made graham cracker crust. Combine a pat of butter with the brown sugar and warm in the microwave for 20 seconds; stir until smooth. Add…
Hearts & High Heels: Why Strong Women Need Strong Hearts
Thrive with Dr. Torri: Tips for a Healthier You | February 2026 February is known for celebrating love. Flowers, reservations, thoughtful gestures. All of it has its place. But there is another kind of love that rarely gets the spotlight,…
Fun-loving Folklore: 11 Aphrodisiacs to Enhance Your Valentine’s Dinner
By Tammie Hughes Myths, folklore, wives’ tales, and even personal testaments abound over the properties of certain foods labeled as aphrodisiacs. It’s no coincidence that the standard fare for special sweetheart dinners often includes foods that may enhance your evening.…
Second Chance Wedding: Claire and Matt Murrin
What did this second chance at love teach you that your first marriage didn’t? It showed me the difference between being in a relationship and being truly partnered. I’ve learned what trust feels like, how powerful healthy communication can be,…
New Beginnings That Start With Packing Up And Moving Forward
There is something deeply symbolic about putting your life into boxes. It forces you to confront what you keep, what you discard, and what you’ve outgrown. That’s why so many stories of transformation begin with a move. Not the dramatic…
Honey Bee Mine Cocktail
INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Add hibiscus, rum, honey, and lemon juice to a shaker with ice. 2. Shake for 8 seconds. 3. Strain over fresh ice. If desired, garnish with candy hearts and a mini honey dipper with a little drizzle of…
Cover Artist: Remi Art
My name is Beth Ann “Buffy” Patterson, and I am the artist behind Remi Art. Creativity has always lived in my heart, but painting became something much deeper during some of the most challenging seasons of my life. When words…
Tasty Touchdown: Super Bowl Menu Playbook
By Tammie Hughes Perhaps you’ve agreed to a last-minute, impromptu party, or you’re running behind on preparing your list of apps to serve; you’re sure to find an idea that suits you. Let’s dig into our playbook for hosting this…
February 2026 Book Review: We Were Never Friends
Book by: Kaira RoudaReview by: Dr. Wendy Hooper-Meletes, Ed.D., owner of Litchfield Books “To have a loving relationship with a sister is not simply to have a buddy or a confidante — it is to have a soulmate for life.”…
Debatable: The True Origin of The Buffalo Wing
By Tammie Hughes I recently watched a segment of The History Channel’s Food That Built America series, “Flight of the Buffalo Wing,” in anticipation of Super Bowl LX (60th). During the piece I found myself questioning facts and timelines, which…
Maybe I Should Settle For Less: The Cost of Refusing to Accept the Bare Minimum Love
By Juliet Obaniyi Some days, I wish I were okay with the barest minimum of love. I wish I hadn’t thought I was worthy of authentic love and had just let myself be happy with backhanded compliments. I wish I…
Love Thy Neighbor and Baby Your Broth! Three Broth Recipes to Try Now – Roasted Rooster, Cattle Call, and Asian Bombshell
By Tammie Hughes Intense umami flavor shines through in these multi-purposeful broths. I start with a combination of quality bone stocks for the base. These “elevated stocks” can be used in soups, stews, marinades, and more. Note — the stocks…
12 Ways to Build Healthy Routines
By Tammy Darling There’s nothing like a New Year to bring to light unhealthy routines, and yet, it’s the perfect time to start fresh! What lies ahead are twelve ways we can build healthy routines this year. Twelve ways for…
The Art of Starting Over at Forty-Five
By Leslie Williams They say life begins at forty, but nobody warned me it would begin with a divorce, an empty nest, and a career that felt like wearing someone else’s shoes. At forty-five, I found myself staring at a…
Cover Artist: Kristy Andrews
Kristy L. Andrews is an artist living in Northport, Alabama. Growing up in a family of creatives, she always dreamed of being an artist. During the pandemic, Kristy began painting more and decided that she would take a chance and…