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.
Fun Things to Do with Teens Around Atlanta
Whenever my son is home on a college break, we like to set aside a day to find new hidden gems or old favorites around town. On the flip side, my husband and daughter,...
My 50th Birthday Un-Bucket List
It's about to happen ya'll! In just a few more tick-tocks, I'll hit the BIG 5-0. Many have gone before me, as my friend Becca puts it, "to reach the fifth floor," and have...
Back-to-School Time: How to Get Back Into the Grind
Well, that was fast! Summer is already over and school is back in session. For me, the prep is minimal. My daughter is a sophomore in college, and my son is a junior in...
When Good Intentions Go Up In Flames
"The road to hell is paved with good intentions"
And good intentions I had. The day was perfectly planned - my husband and I were going to pick up a UHaul, bring it to my...
My Fabulous Fourth of July Care Package
My son just finished his first year of college and is living in New York City this summer for an internship. One of the things I love to do when I don't see my...
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...