One of the most wonderful days of my life was when I met Paula Deen. She had been writing for our Taste of the South magazine, and I watched her show religiously, but meeting her in person changed my life and the life of our company. Paula was our 2004 Southern Lady of the Year for our magazine, Southern Lady. …
Firefighters across our country are participating in the Cold Water Challenge—a call to support charities in their communities—and I have watched with great delight. You are probably wondering what this has to do with The Ribbon In My Journal, but sponsoring charities is near and dear to our hearts in our company and our family. My husband Neal is a …
I love making Fourth of July a casual affair. Mix-and-match your favorite china patterns—I’m partial to blue calico—and use greenery from the garden to set the perfect table. Whether you’re celebrating with a group of two or twenty-two, these easy ideas using red, white, and blue will surely bring your party to life. Tell me: How are you celebrating Fourth …
Arranging flowers is as simple as taking the first step. And do they brighten up a room. You just need to grab some of your favorite flowers, a vase, and some floral foam. This mixed spring bouquet is so easy to make, you’ll make it time and time again with different blooms throughout the seasons. Just for you, I’ve included …
There are certain fragrances we encounter that can trigger an emotion or a memory. I remember how wonderful my grandmother smelled when she was slathered in Jenkins lotion. There is just nothing that matches that fragrance. Baby lotion does the same thing for me—oh that wonderful pink Johnson & Johnson baby lotion and powder. Evergreen fragrance reminds me of the …
Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Hoffman Media. I have the privilege to work with my twin sons, Eric and Brian. They are the executive vice-presidents here at the company. I am asked a zillion times what it is like to work with them, and it is a joy—truly. I have told them from the time they were …
