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My Drift

photo by Matt Cornelius
It’s Getting Hot in Here … I was somewhere in my forties when I told my doctor at my annual checkup that I felt very hot sometimes. … “It’s not hot flashes,” I assured her. “I just get really hot.” … Fast forward twelve months to my next annual checkup. My doctor checked her notes and opened with a question. … “Are you still having the hot flashes?” she asked. … Denial, as they say, isn’t just where they found baby Moses floating in a reed basket.

Lauren Davis Turner

Lauren Turner is a financial services marketing professional working on loyalty marketing campaigns for American Express. She has lived in New York City for the last seven years. She grew up in Texarkana and graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in 2016. Lauren received her Master of Business Administration from Montclair State University and her Bachelor of Arts from The King’s College.

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Yowell-Humphrey … Anna Yowell and Will Humphrey were united in marriage on August 12, 2023, in Bella Vista, Arkansas. Parents of the couple are Amanda and Glenn Yowell of Texarkana, Texas, and Kara and John Humphrey of Texarkana, Texas. After a honeymoon to Montego Bay, Jamaica, the couple will reside in Bentonville, Arkansas. … Pickelman-Edrington … Grace Pickelman and Cole Edrington were united in marriage on June 3, 2023, at Cold Springs in Paron, Arkansas.

TXK 411

Breast Cancer Awareness

Numbers & Facts

… • 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer … • Every 2 minutes a case of breast cancer is diagnosed … • Breast cancer is the most common cancer for women in the U.S. • Every 13 minutes a woman dies of breast cancer in the U.S.

How to Reduce Risk

… • Exercise regularly … • Drink less alcohol … • Don’t smoke … • Get an annual mammogram …

There is Hope

… • 2.9 million female survivors live in the U.S. • In the U.S., the 5-year relative survival rate for localized breast cancer is 99%.

Publisher's Letter

photo by Matt Cornelius
When our days become overrun with memes, caffeine overloads, and the constant buzzing of our smart devices, there often comes an unexpected turning point for many of us to refocus. For me, it has not been the average mid-life crisis when you buy a flashy car or have the sudden urge to take interpretive dance classes (though, no judgment if that’s your jam). It’s been a slower, quieter, and maybe a little weirder, subtle pull toward... bird watching. … Yep. Bird watching, or ‘birding’ for those of us in the know.

The Monthly Mix

The Cozy EditCooler weather is on the horizon! Fall is here, and with all the fun things it brings, it is the perfect time to surround yourself with everything cozy in October. So many great items are available locally to help you take advantage of the season. … Talk about a functional statement piece! This gorgeous pumpkin candle by Thyme is not only a great decor piece but also smells delicious. Even after the candle has burned completely, you will still have a fun fall pumpkin.

Naturally Stunning

photos by Tim Hursley
Reminiscent of another time and place, this home appears as if it sprouted organically from the earth and took root alongside the natural elements of an already spectacular landscape. … Caroline and Mike Craven, had longstanding ideas for a dream home inspired by their extensive travels and knew exactly who to call to bring it to life. John Grable, a former Texas High School classmate of Mike’s, is now a renowned architect, owning a highly respected and successful firm in San Antonio. He and his team at John Grable Architects Inc.

Toni Crowder

photo courtesy of Toni Crowder
Toni Crowder, designer for some of Atlanta’s top musicians, athletes, and CEO’s was born and raised in Texarkana, Texas. … Her love of design ignited while touring the world with her high school sweetheart and musician-husband, David Crowder.

TXK Roots @Home Toni Crowder

photos by  Jonathan Hillyer

Texarkana native, designer Toni Crowder, created her dream home in Atlanta, Georgia, with husband singer-songwriter David Crowder. The couple was featured in People magazine for transforming a home previously known as “one of Atlanta’s ugliest” into a true work of art. Read Toni’s “TXKRoots” answers here.


Ranch-Style Rebirth

photos by Matt Cornelius
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Lakeridge subdivision is Mason White’s 1978 ranch-style home. When you think about 1970s architecture, it is possible you imagine drab colors or maybe even the heaviness of multiple shades of brown. You probably envision a look with low horizontal lines and an overall mundane style. In reality, much of the influence of 70s architecture was a back-to-nature trend that catapulted from the hippie movement, the 1973 oil crisis, and other world events.

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