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Who God is
God is omniscient. He knows everything – all things, all subjects, all thoughts, all words, all languages, all pasts, all futures. Can we really grasp what...
Community heroes in action
Derone (pronounced Darren) Martin, executive chef at Buckner senior living community, Parkway Place, in Houston, is being recognized this year by LeadingAge Texas for his outstanding leadership....
Why do tragedies happen?
The past few months we have heard, read and viewed the horrific results of mass shootings across the nation. The nation has faced more than 250 mass...
Are we free to approach God?
With influential people, such as public figures or government leaders, there are limitations on how one can get in touch with them. I certainly can write them,...
Creative ways to celebrate the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is quintessentially the perfect summer holiday, usually spent outdoors grilling hamburgers and hot dogs with neighbors and friends and ending the night with...
A community forever
When your loved one transitions into one of six Buckner senior living communities, you can rest assured they will be cared for, even if the family needs...
Do you have too many tabs open?
Are you familiar with the Austin Tex-Mex restaurant, El Arroyo, that is probably more famous for its witty signs than its food these days? The restaurant signs...
What type of exercises are best for senior adults?
Exercise is an important part of maintaining overall health and wellness at any age, but it is especially important for older adults. Whether through independent walks or...
Waking up in victory
Yesterday was Juneteenth. It goes by many names: Juneteenth National Independence Day, Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, Jubilee Day and Black Independence Day. But regardless what you call...
Being a father like Christ
John and Bri Thomas have fostered and adopted children through Buckner International and consider it their calling. John reflects on what it means to be a father...