Sunday Super Six is back!
Lists and the people who love them — like me
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
So, I’m pretty sure that my “monthly” installment of the Sunday Super Six (which debuted in March) inadvertently skipped April in its entirety. Whoops. Never one to let go of my desire to create a list, let’s begin anew with May…
1. Pencils. I LOVE pencils. I love the smell of graphite on...
La Comunidad Hispana receives funding
United Way of Southern Chester County awards agency $123,320
La Comunidad Hispana (LCH) has been awarded $123,320 by the United Way of Southern Chester County for 2013 and 2014, the agency announced Wednesday.
“I want to commend your agency on the fine work it does throughout the year in addressing the human service and health needs of our southern Chester County community,” the United Way...
Fun Run/Walk to fund children’s auditory initiatives
Event to be held Saturday at Nemours Mansion & Gardens
The 5th Annual Hear We Go 5K Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday on the grounds of Nemours Mansion & Gardens in Wilmington.
Refreshments, entertainment, and an education fair will follow outside the Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. Proceeds benefit programs related to hearing loss and hearing conservation in children.
This...
Your back yard deserves fashion love, too
Now is a great time to ‘dress up’ you back yard for summer
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Being fashionable isn’t only about clothes, handbags and shoes. Your home and outdoor space should reflect your personal aesthetic. However, due to the cold spring we have had so far, my flower beds are not to be judged. The weeds are still well rooted and I’m a firm believer...
Earth Day a platform for environmental award
Stroud Water Research Center building achieves highest green-building honor
The Moorhead Environmental Complex at the Stroud Water Research Center in Avondale has received the nation’s highest ranking for green building. Photo courtesy of Halkin Mason Photography
In keeping with the spirit of Earth Day, the Stroud Water Research Center in Avondale announced a major global-friendly achievement...
Considering our own perception of the image in the mirror
http://youtu.be/XpaOjMXyJGk
Dove video demonstrates difference between how we see ourselves and how others do
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
This video stopped me in my tracks.
I am ashamed to admit that I am guilty of having a very self-critical attitude about my looks.
I would like to blame the society that we live in, but that’s a cop out. I have no problem teaching my boys to...
Need for infant vaccines to get national spotlight
County to team up with Kennett Area YMCA to raise awareness
National Infant Immunization Week will be observed from April 20-27.
Nearly 12,000 babies born each day in the U.S. will need to be immunized against 14 vaccine-preventable diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
National Infant Immunization Week – April 20-27 – is an initiative designed to raise...
Thinning the fashion herd is harder than it should be
Spring cleaning offers the chance to cut back, but it can be tough
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The sudden burst of springtime weather brings many lovely things: open windows, blooming flowers, iced coffee. Perfection.
However, the Debbie Downer in me would also like to point out that it brings yucky things like: stink bugs by the thousands, the “smell” of mushrooms and the...
PennDOT urging residents to save lives
National Donate Life Month an ideal time to become organ donor
Since April marks National Donate Life Month, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) wants to remind motorists how easily they can help another person live a fuller, longer life by registering online as an organ donor.
“Potential donors considering adding the organ donor designation to their driver’s license or...
Is 2013 the year of the one-piece?
After years as a dedicated bikini wearer, are those days ending?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I have traditionally worn a bikini in the summertime. In fact, there are no less than a half dozen packed away in my closet as I type. However, I’m thinking that 2013 may be the Year of the One-Piece.
I recently celebrated my 30th birthday for the 12th time. You do the math. (Actually,...
