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Wildflower Photography: A Matter of Perspective

Now is the time wildflowers are popping up all over Texas. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Wildflower Photography: A Matter of Perspective

Avoid trampling on some flowers to get to others, and plan to catch the flowers in their best light. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Wildflower Photography: A Matter of Perspective

Those photographing wildflowers should use caution and respect the area where they are taking photos. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Wildflower Photography: A Matter of Perspective

As wildflowers, including the state flower the bluebonnet, return to the Texas landscape and on roadsides throughout the state, many people will want to take this opportunity to get some photos of their colorful display.

3 Steps to Creating a Family Communication Emergency Plan

3 Steps to Creating a Family Communication Emergency Plan

Chaos can quickly set in when natural disasters strike. People who are in the eye of the storm or those with loved ones who are potentially in danger may spend hours, if not days, trying to get in touch with friends and family to determine if everyone is alright. However temporary it may be, the period between a storm touching down and speaking with loved ones can be agonizing. But there is a way to facilitate communication with loved ones during a natural disaster, and all it takes is some simple planning.

Garland Woman Convicted of Driving While Intoxicated

District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley announced today the conviction of Kristina Nicole Murdoch, 39, for Driving While Intoxicated with a blood alcohol concentration greater than or equal to 0.15. On March 28, 2022, following a twoday trial before the Honorable Judge Tracy Gray in the County Court at Law of Kaufman County, a jury found Murdoch guilty after eighteen minutes of deliberation.

Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17
Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17
Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17
Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17
Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17
Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17

Dallas Arboretum Announces Easter Weekend Festivities April 15 to 17

The Dallas Arboretum has announced its Easter weekend festivities that include something for everyone in the family to make it a memorable outing. The main garden is full of activities and special events. Guests can also visit the award-winning Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, an eight-acre scientific garden with plenty of hands-on activities for learning about science and nature. People can bring their own picnics or purchase food throughout the garden. Visitors are required to make ticket reservations online at DallasArboretum. org.

Explaining the Meaning of Easter to Children

Explaining the Meaning of Easter to Children

Explaining Easter to children can be a delicate matter, especially for very young children who may not fully understand the tenets of the Christian faith. Although Easter ends with Jesus Christ emerging from his tomb, prior to this glorious miracle there are subjects of betrayal, suffering and death. These religious messages can confound when commingled with the imagery of bunnies delivering chocolates, chicks and pastel-hued eggs. How do well-meaning parents relay the message of Easter without scaring or confusing children?

The Origins of Easter Sunday

The Origins of Easter Sunday

Easter takes place on a different Sunday each year. In western Christianity, Easter follows the Gregorian calendar and is thus considered a “movable feast” that is always celebrated between March 22 and April 25. Eastern Orthodox Christianity adheres to the Julian calendar, so Easter will fall on a Sunday between April 4 and May 8 each year. In 2022, the western Christian Easter celebration occurs on April 17 and the Eastern Orthodox Easter is observed on April 24.

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