Love — The Common Denominator
When Dave Jones, founder of Captive Coaching and Empowerment, asked to be the Presenting Sponsor of Lake Norman Woman magazine's Woman of the Year Gala benefiting Foster Love Adopt Repeat, it was not about advertising a business ... it [...]
Cheesy Chicken Cheesesteak With Garlic Aioli
Some recipes become instant family favorites and this is one of them! From the first bite, these cheesy delights will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you're feeding a hungry family, hosting friends for gameday, or taking something [...]
Is Teeth Whitening Right for You? A Q&A with Dr. Julianne Colvin of Crawford & Colvin Dentistry
A healthy white smile is one of the most attractive features in our society today. It can boost confidence and encourage healthy maintenance habits. Over time, teeth naturally yellow due to age and eating and drinking habits. Patients often [...]
The Power of Whole-Person Wellness
It's easy to divide our health into separate categories (physical, mental, and emotional) but our bodies don't work that way. The way we move affects how we think. Stress can show up as headaches or muscle tension. Poor sleep [...]
Unlocking Medicare — Benefits You May Be Missing and How to Claim Them
Every year, billions of dollars in Medicare benefits go unclaimed — not because people don’t qualify, but because no one told them where to look. If you or someone you love is on Medicare, consider this your starting point. [...]
Time to Pivot — Growing With Your Family, One Chapter at a Time
Over the past year, my family has experienced some of life's biggest milestones. My daughter gave me my first grandchild, and both of my sons got married. It has been an incredible season of joy, celebration, and change. Experiencing [...]
Here She Is
What brought you to the Lake Norman area? “Born and raised in Germany, I never imagined that becoming an au pair in the United States would completely change the direction of my life. I fell in love with America, [...]
Celebrating Life!
“Growing up, my childhood nickname was ‘Kellbell,’ so when I turned my passion into a business, the name just felt right. It’s personal, playful, and perfectly captures the heart behind what I do.” So beams Kelly Houbolt, owner of [...]
Woman to Watch — Rebecca Thomason, FNP-C
A Deeper Connection “I treat every patient like they're my family and how I'd want my sister, brother, or grandmother to be treated,” Rebecca Thomason says with a smile. As a family nurse practitioner with Iredell Family Medicine in [...]
Outright vs. Lifetime Trust vs. Staggered Age Trust
During the estate planning process, you will need to decide whether to bequeath an inheritance outright, in a lifetime trust, in a “staggered age” trust, or a combination. For purposes of simplicity, your child is the sole beneficiary at [...]
The Emotional Cost of Being “Too Understanding”
I once had client say to me, “He usually didn’t hurt me too bad.” That is a sentiment I’ve heard too many times from my clients. Some were referencing physical abuse, others meaning emotionally and still others simply meaning [...]
1,000 New Beginnings — One Health Celebrates A Remarkable First Year at Lake Norman Hospital
In just one year, One Health has helped welcome more than 1,000 babies into the world at Atrium Lake Norman Hospital, a milestone that reflects not only the hospital’s rapid growth, but also the confidence women throughout the region [...]











