Cover Profile: Adele Slaton; Woman of Faith
This month’s cover profile is wife, mother and friend to many, Adele Slaton. From hours volunteering at church and Life on Wheels to spending time with friends and a large family, this lady keeps busy. No wonder her favorite thing to do in the evenings…
Carrying On Our Father’s Legacy
This issue of BOOM! holds a special place in our hearts. My father, Clyde James “Jim” Watson II, who founded BOOM! fifteen years ago, went home to be with his Savior on October 27, 2024. As I write this, I’m reflecting on the vision he...
Preventing Colds and Flu
As we are concentrating on colds and flu, we are looking at oils with a high proportion of certain chemical components that have proven properties that will help these issues (congestion, runny nose, aches and pains, etc.) The following 3 chemical components have been scientifically...
Maximizing Medicare for 2025: Big Changes Ahead
Maximizing your benefits and minimizing your costs for Medicare is becoming increasingly complex, especially for the year 2025. Due to major insurer cuts required by the Inflation Reduction Act, millions of seniors will lose access to their existing Medicare Advantage plans as well as their...
This & That… Upcoming Events and Attractions
Winter Gathering with Kathy Mattea: Good News and Other FavoriteThursday, December 12 @ Gogue Performing Arts Center 7 p.m. Grammy Award winner Kathy Mattea brings her deep acoustic music roots to an original and traditional Christmas holiday music program. Led by her warm and soulful...
Works of Love in Greenville, AL
I recently enjoyed an opportunity to tour St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Greenville, Alabama. A thousand times—since childhood—my eyes have surveyed this beautiful and historic structure. But never had I seen its full glory until member Mary Dearing opened the door and invited me inside....