Around Town

When it was time to settle down after traveling full-time for a few years, it was important to my family to find a great town that truly felt like home. We wanted access to Atlanta for work and adventure....

While the South enjoys a certain reputation for being gracious and hospitable to guests, there is one place in particular that shines above the rest. Nicknamed "The Hostess City," Savannah, Georgia offers the perfect getaway. Full of grace and...

We welcome fall because it invites us to get cozy: warm spices, sweaters, cooler mornings and evenings, and a season full of holidays. But September is also full of transitions, with back-to-school season leading the charge. This year, I'm...

I’ll never forget the first day that I took my toddler to our local nature center for a Mommy & Me class. A few minutes into the nature walk, he stopped, balled his hands into fists, and shouted, “This...

Going to the park has been a staple activity since my kids were babies. From stroller days to preschool playdates to hiking and biking as a family, we’ve explored much of what Cherokee County has to offer. Over the...

Daily outdoor play is an absolute must for our very active toddler. And because we’re always up for an adventure, this summer we’re seeking out the best toddler-friendly parks and playgrounds Gwinnett County has to offer. When it comes...

Metro-Atlanta has so many amazing places to discover with your kids- museums, theaters, parks, gardens- there is something for everyone! But those family adventures can get expensive! Over the years, we have made the most of our money by...

"It's SO HOT!"  How many times do we hear this (or say it) each day? With record temperatures in Atlanta this summer, we've got to find some creative ways to cool off. Here are just a few ideas. Sweets - No...

I remember when he got the job offer. He'd applied sort of on a whim, for a job at a college in a town we'd never heard of. A dot on a map I'd never seen before. CARROLLTON. Two R's, Two L's. Not...

Are you looking for a unique movie experience? You’re in luck: drive-in movies are becoming a thing again! There are a few drive-in movie spots in and around the Atlanta area that allow you and your kids to see...