Posts Tagged Downtime

  • Overcoming the stressful slumps of the holidays Overcoming the stressful slumps of the holidays

    By Holly Alguire Bradley University Student Intern Mississippi Valley Child Protection Center Child Abuse Council Holidays are supposed to be a relaxing, fun-filled time for family. But, somehow, this time of year tends to be the most stressful few weeks. Whether it be worrying how many peop...

  • PUBLISHER’S CORNER - Counting my blessings PUBLISHER’S CORNER – Counting my blessings

    By Mike Mickle Welcome to November, everyone. We are firmly in Fall's grip. The trees are beautiful, the air is crisp and in our house, fall sports mania has taken hold. We reached a milestone last month. Our youngest son, Matt turned 10. That signaled the end of single digits in the Mickle hous...