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letter from the editor by Beverly Purcell-Guerra All around us are individuals who are taking actions that are positive in the here and now and that will have favorable ramifications in the years to come. Take, for example, the women spotlighted in our feature article. All four are dedicated to teaching young people — through art, swimming, gymnastics and an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Each one loves what she does, and each one is helping children and teenagers learn positive life skills that bode well for the next generation.
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Subscribe and read more about these and other features in the current issue. September/October 2007 Features:
Profile: (On The Cover) A Doctor And A Leader — Karen Fields brings her expertise to the Cancer Therapy & Research Center. Though there are many women doctors today, few achieve top leadership positions. Dr. Karen Fields, president and CEO of the Cancer Therapy & Research Center is one of three women in the United States to head a cancer center. She became interested in oncology after she attended a lecture by Dr. Larry Einhorn, who later treated Lance Armstrong. Dr. Fields sat down with... (click image to read article)
Up Front: Smart Business — Molding young minds and bodies. Who knew you could make influencing the lives of children into a business? Four area women have done just that by combining their passions and experiences with their ambition and enthusiasm for today’s youth. Those women include Lorna Spellman of Boerne Gymnastics, Lisa Lopez Mares of Artworks: An Art Studio for Children, Mary Reilly-Magee of Love To Swim School, and Dorothy “Dottie” McKinley of Walden Pond InterArts Learning... (click image to read article)
Family Issues: The Primary Relationship — Wise parents don’t put children first. One of the things I value about my job in writing the Family Issues column for SAN ANTONIO WOMAN every two months is the research opportunities it affords me. The deadline provides the discipline, and my commitment to research each topic provides the motivation. They combine to increase my knowledge base. The current article has brought me several new learnings and put me in... (click image to read article)
Dollars & Sense: The Big Payoff — Financing College: The time to plan and save is now. Some people put off investing for college because they don’t know how to estimate what the cost will be 10 or 15 years down the road. It’s always a good idea to consult a professional as soon as possible, but don’t let that stop you from at least getting started. This article provides an overview of setting and reaching the financial goal of saving and eventually paying for college. (click image to read article)
Travel: Coastal Bend Trio A Winner — Fall is an ideal time to visit — it’s cooler and less crowded. Contributor Melanie Young gives readers a look at the Coastal Bend — Port Aransas, Rockport-Fulton and Corpus Christi and why Automn is a perfect time to pack up and visit this spectacular area that is still warm enough for swimming and fishing!
Role Model: Young Fund-Raiser Sets Records — At 12, Eliza Nash has brought in some $30,000 for the ALS Association. Seventh-grader Eliza Nash has raised $30,000 for the South Texas chapter of the ALS Association. Her father suffers from the illness, more commonly known as “Lou Gehrig’s disease.” “I want to help find a cure so that no one else will have to g through what we have,” shares Eliza Nash.
Biz Coach: Getting Clients To Pay Your Bills — Bill promptly, follow up on collections. Do you find yourself groaning when you look at your accounts receivable? Studies have shown that the longer you wait to bill – and collect from – your clients, the less likely you are to be paid. SAN ANTONIO WOMAN contributor Judi Craig provides helpful strategies to manage your collections, save yourself hassle and stress and even, help determine when to cut your losses. (click image to read article)