YWCA: Building Hope for Women
By By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by David Teran From majoring in international relations to serving as CEO of the YWCA, Francesca Rattray has built a career dedicated to making a difference in the nonprofit world. As her interests evolved, she explored community development, housing, and real estate projects. She discovered that the […]
Feature Story – Pursuing Dreams
Pursuing DREAMS, Overcoming Obstacles By Michelle Vasquez | Photography by Suzanne Pack Dreams rarely come without obstacles, but resilience can turn challenges into stepping stones. Edna Bermea, Nora Sophia, and Leah Meyer each faced trials that might have held them back. Instead, they pressed forward, writing, creating, and building lives of purpose […]
Cover Woman – Brandi Vitier
Redefining Strength: From Vulnerability to Victory By Dawn Robinette | Photography by Suzanne Pack Brandi Vitier’s path into banking wasn’t traditional, landing an opportunity in graduate school to work with a real estate-based family office. “I handled a majority of the banking functions and transactions. Once we ran through the real estate, the […]
Benefits and Challenges of Breastfeeding
By Jennifer White, RN, IBCLC, Lactation Consultant Lead at CHRISTUS Children’s Breastfeeding has many benefits but can be challenging; that’s when a lactation consultant can help. Navigating motherhood for the first time can feel overwhelming, with so many decisions to make, including whether to breastfeed your child. It has a lot […]
Canyon Lake
Canyon Lake A Hill Country Retreat for Adventure and Relaxation Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Canyon Lake is often called “The Jewel” of the region — and for good reason. With its crystal-clear waters, scenic vistas, and small-town charm, Canyon Lake offers a refreshing getaway just an hour’s […]