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Michael McDowell, an adopted dad’s path to Daytona 500 victory
During National Adoption Month in 2019, Buckner had the opportunity to take some families to Texas Motor Speedway to meet driver Michael McDowell of Front Row Motorsports....
The beauty in a messy life
I’m a Type A person. I like things neat and organized. I love systems and predictability. But most of the time, life is just not like that....
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with your children
Oftentimes, Valentine’s Day is associated with couples. But the love you have for your family and friends should be celebrated as well. Whether you bake some yummy...
Texas woman celebrates 105th birthday with ‘spa day’
Wilda Wilson received a surprise to celebrate her 105th birthday. Staff at Buckner Parkway Place, the Houston-area senior living community Wilda has resided at since 2004, treated the...
Who are you walking with?
After a difficult day, I went for a long walk. I listened to a podcast, letting my mind and my legs wander through the city. In this...
Texas foster children will receive new clothing from Beaumont Foundation donation
The Beaumont Foundation of America gifted $54,150 to Buckner Children and Family Services, half of its pledged $108,300 donation for the year. The donation will be used to...
Single mom finds strength and confidence to chase her dreams
Yesenia Nieto is a hard-working single mom of two teenage boys. She craved a way to create a better life for her sons. Buckner Family Pathways in...
Send Valentine Cards to senior adults
Valentine’s Day is approaching and you can help bring love and joy to residents who live in Buckner senior living communities with a special Valentine Card. Senior...
Mission 2021: Rebuild
The book of Nehemiah focuses on the rebuilding of the of the walls of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Nehemiah was the guy in charge and in...
United together
The process of vaccinating every eligible American who wants the COVID-19 vaccine is a massive undertaking. Where do we go from here? Does the pandemic suddenly end...