Kelly VanBeek
Kelly is an aspiring free spirit, a metro-Atlanta native, and stay-at-home-mom to a mischievous 2-year-old and spirited 5-year-old. When she is not chasing her kiddos through Walt Disney World, you can find her running on a trail, scoping out local markets, cheering on the Atlanta Braves and Georgia Tech football, reading, writing, and sipping iced coffee. After a wonderful 4 years exploring St. Louis, MO, she moved back to her home state of Georgia and settled down in a sweet little neighborhood in Smyrna. She lives with her husband of 10 years, her two sweet daughters, and their fur-kids: a dog named Molly and a cat named Caesar.
Throw a Hocus Pocus 2 Watch Party
Welcome my fellow Hocus Pocus fans!
The time has finally come when we find out what happens in the next chapter of our favorite youth-seeking witches. Winnie, Mary, and Sarah Sanderson return in Hocus Pocus...
Plan a Girls’ Weekend to the North Georgia Mountains
The North Georgia Mountains are such a fun place to visit for a close girls' weekend.
What better time to see the mountains than fall? There is so much for moms to do while...
Kids’ Books that Cover Tough Topics
My children would spend hours and hours reading if given the chance. So, we love to incorporate essential lessons and teachable moments in our house through reading.
Tackling tough topics with our kids can sometimes...
In One Moment – Pool Day Scare
In One Moment - Pool Day Scare
I spent the morning playing in the surf with my children, building a sand castle on the shore, and carefully curating mounds of stiff sand for my youngest...
The Box of Unworn Bows
The Box of Unworn Bows
When I first found out I was pregnant with a girl I dreamed of frilly dresses and bows. Growing up with two brothers I was sure I'd end up a...
Instagram Worthy Wall Art and Murals In and Around Atlanta
There's nothing better than taking the time to appreciate art in Atlanta. With a Savannah College of Art and Design campus downtown, it's no surprise our town is booming with gorgeous wall art and...
Family-Friendly Breweries In and Around Atlanta
The weather is warming up and we are tracking down some family-friendly breweries to hang out where everyone in the family can enjoy the atmosphere and have a good time.
Many breweries in the area...
Living in the Jonquil City: A Guide to Smyrna, Georgia
When we moved back to our home state of Georgia I knew I wanted to plant our family closer to the city of Atlanta. We looked but couldn't grab a house fast enough to...
Ultimate Prep and Pack Guide for Your Family Road Trip
Taking a road trip can be stressful, especially with little kids, but there are a few ways to prep and pack that can help make your road trip easy and fun. My mom is...
Family Staycation Ideas In and Around Atlanta
Spring Break is fast approaching so if you're looking for a guide to staycationing in Atlanta, look no further! We've put together a list of fun overnight escapes and day adventures to get you...