Think You're Not Creative?Back in my last life, I worked as a professional marketer, writing and designing advertising and materials to sell stuff. It used to make me totally nuts when people would look at what I did and then bemoan the fact …
Don't Let the Economy Add PoundsIt's not an accident that Mississippithe state with the lowest individual and family incomesis also the fattest. Ounce for ounce, highly processed food is usually cheaper than fresh, wholesome foods. The problem is that low food prices often come with …
Reflections on Martin Luther King DayIn my e-mail this morning, I came across a message from Burns Strider of the Eleison Group about what this day means to him:
Celebrate (Real) FoodIf someone told your grandmother that the very food on her plate would one day need protection from her culture, she might have laughed herself silly all the way to a slice of homemade blueberry pie. "Our food in need …
The Diamond WarsBefore you choose your wedding bands, or even an engagement ring, pause to consider the ethical implications of your jewelry purchase. Mining precious metals and gemstones is dangerous to the environment and can involve questionable labor practices. In some areas, …
Something Old, Something NewI'm a modern woman. I realize that many time-honored southern traditions, once revered as sacred, have become passé.
WeddingThere are weddings with princess gowns, doves and long boring ceremonies ... and then there are [FLY] weddings. Your celebration can be just as unique as you are without hurting the environment, putting you in enormous debt or skimping on …
Wedding InvitationsWhen I began planning my wedding, I immediately dreamt of invitations, programs and stationery. I wanted something extra special and unique. Since unique equals expensive in the invitation world, I decided to see what I could come up with on …
Great Deal for Tuesday's To-Do ListIf getting fit and healthy plays a role in your New Year's resolution, put Make It Fit on your to-do list for tomorrow.
[In Discussion] 2009 Jackson State of the ArtsJackson's artists and arts advocates will gather Jan. 5 and 15 at One to One Studio in the Millsaps Arts District to discuss the 2009 State of the Arts in Jackson.
Resolutions that WorkWith every New Year, there are some resolutions that predictably fall flat by Valentine's Day, if not a several weeks sooner. Topping the discard list: Lose weight and exercise more.
Laughter, the Best MedicineDuring a recent visit to the East Coast with friends, I began to have painful stomach cramps. My friend offered me a therapeutic hot-water bottle, which I placed on my mid-section as I lay on the couch. Just as the …
Party Like It's 2009Yes, it's "amateur night" out there. So if you're looking to spend it safely at home, with your own New Year's Eve party for friends and loved ones, check out the following resources for throwing a New Year's Eve bash …
Resolved: A Toxin-Free 2009Everyone has a start on their New Year's resolutions, right? A lot of folks will be adding "Be More Green" to their lists this year, and here's a corollary to that one: "Get Rid of Toxins."
Industry Denies High-Fructose Corn Syrup UnhealthyThe president of the Corn Refiners Association sent an e-mail to JFP contributing writer Brandi Herrera Phrem about her story "Healthy Holiday Eating," stating that "the suggestion that high fructose corn syrup is an unhealthy ingredient is misleading."
I'm a modern woman. I realize that many time-honored southern traditions, once revered as sacred, have become passé.