By Haley Remenar Photography by Beth Dukes When he was a child, Bob Sanderson got stung in the head by hornets 13 times. He spent most of his life with an aversion to all things that sting. But four years ago, the retired Abilene High School teacher and his wife and Austin Elementary School teacher, Carol, went to a bee convention in Texas and tried beekeeping for the … [Read more...]
Why Abilene is Home
We’d be remiss in our Homes Issue not to honor our hometown. A few locals shared why – regardless of house, apartment, condo, rental, or street name – Abilene is, ultimately, our choice of home. “Abilene became my home in 1978 when I came to Hardin-Simmons as a freshman. I love the people in Abilene – from mentors to strangers. The people have boundless generosity, a … [Read more...]
Christmas Collections: Jan Woodward’s Christmas Mice
Jan Woodward, former Abilene Reporter-News columnist, said she has always had a penchant for little creatures, especially dressed up in tiny clothes. “I’ve just always thought they were cute,” Woodward said. On a visit to see her grandmother in West Virginia, Woodward and her mother met one of her grandmother’s neighbors who made crafty Christmas ornaments, one of which … [Read more...]
In-Law Suites: Holding Space
“Holding space for another person is incredibly profound. When you hold space for someone, you bring your entire presence to them. You walk along with them without judgment, sharing their journey to an unknown destination. Yet you’re completely willing to end up wherever they need to go.” – Lynn Hauka in a 2016 article in HuffPost Holding space is a sacred honor, and one we … [Read more...]
Home Away From Home in Abilene
For travelers wanting the convenience and warmth of a kitchen, a backyard, a comfy couch and plenty of space for a group, a short-term home rental is an increasingly popular alternative to hotel stays. Abilene may not seem like a hub for such travelers but a quick search of the area on vrbo.com or airbnb.com might surprise you. Rentals in all sizes, styles and price ranges are … [Read more...]