Alison
Alison is a Florida transplant who came to Atlanta just in time for the '96 Olympics. She married her husband Travis that same year and is the proud mama of daughter Carolyn, 22, and son Emory, 19. She is a self-employed web and graphic designer, rooster art collector, and squirrel enthusiast. She enjoys blogging, watching her kids follow their dreams, and spending as much time as possible on her back deck.
Love the One You’re With
Love the One You're With
There is a Stephen Stills song called "Love The One You're With," about appreciating what's in front of you, and not pining away for what you can't have. It's really...
May Family-Friendly Events In and Around Atlanta
It's that "sweet spot" time of year - not too hot, the bugs aren't in season, and school's almost out for summer. There are so many fun things to do in Atlanta right now...
Moms Helping Moms: Charitable Support Resources in Atlanta
We've all experienced moments in life where we have needed help - but didn't always have the strength to ask for it. Sometimes it's emotional support, other times it's financial or medical assistance. On...
Ways to Celebrate World Storytelling Day
“Tell me a story.” How many times have you heard that as a mom? It's the inevitable stall tactic when putting your kids to bed. The history of storytelling is as old as time...
Adventures in Aging: Escaping the Killer Whale
Adventures in Aging: Escaping the Killer Whale
I read the most interesting scientific fact the other day. It turns out that in the killer whale world, post-menopausal females become the leaders of their pod. Scientists...
Unique Valentine’s Treats and Fun for Kids
It's time for a love fest for Valentine's Day! While I'll be shipping care packages to my college kids, I have found some unique Valentine's ideas for you to celebrate at home with your...
The Art of Trying Something New
The Art of Trying Something New
You would have thought I was signing up for a trip to Mars. That's how hard it was for me to pull the trigger and take the leap. But...
Lessons in Motherhood from the Post Office
I went to six post offices yesterday. I know that sounds crazy, but bear with me. I simply needed to mail a package, but it turned into something much bigger.
It was one of those...
Halloween for Grown-Ups:: Atlanta’s Spooky Spots
When my kids were little, Halloween was a big deal – costumes, pumpkins, trick or treating with neighbors. Once they got older, it scaled back, as they were less interested in dressing up and...
National Read A Book Day:: Celebrate with Atlanta Based Authors, Books, & Bookstores
During quarantine, my family and I dusted off our library and dug back into the joy of reading. And so far, it has stuck with us! Since National Read A Book Day is September...