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 two grown children, Carolyn and Emory. She is a 5th grade teacher, graphic designer, and an avid rooster enthusiast. She enjoys blogging, watching her kids follow their dreams, and spending as much time as possible on her back deck.
The Day Menopause Handed Me a Pen
The other day, my husband looked at me and lovingly delivered what I thought was a Shania Twain quote: “It’s hard to be a...
Easy Summer Craft Ideas
Just like a page out of If You Give A Mouse A Cookie, I recently went on a wellness retreat, fell in love with...
Summer Interactive Experiences in Atlanta
Summer Interactive Experiences in Atlanta
Venturing out into the city this summer will not disappoint! A multitude of adventures await, which promise to appeal to...
Finding My Strong – Becoming A Spartan Sprinter
Finding My Strong - Becoming A Spartan Sprinter
"Ok - I am going to regret it if I don't - sign me up!"
Those cheerful words...
The Five Stages of Graduation for Moms
Counting preschool, 5th grade, high school, college graduations, and or advanced degree graduations, as a mom, you may celebrate multiple graduations throughout your lifetime.
The...
A Guide to Black History Month Around Atlanta
February is Black History Month! Atlanta has many significant people, stories, cultures, histories, foods, and arts to explore.
History
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical...
Family Volunteer Projects for the Holidays
As we reflect on our blessings at the end of the year, it is only natural to want to find ways to give back....
Easy Gratitude Projects for Your Family
"What are you thankful for this year?"
This seemingly innocuous inquiry is traditionally posed at millions of Thanksgiving tables every year. Yet even though we...
Getting Rid of “Good”
"How was your weekend?" - good
"How is your day going?" - good
"How was school today?" - good
"How are you feeling?" - good
Okey dokey.
As a...
Halloween Care Packages for Older Kids
Even though the work it takes can leave us bone tired, there is nothing more worthwhile than experiencing the holidays through our kids' eyes....