Sarah Savage
Sarah Savage is originally from Crestview, Florida, but has called the Auburn/Opelika area home for the last 15 years. She graduated from Auburn in 2012 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. She and her husband, Jonathan, have a seven year old daughter and a four year old son. Sarah works part time from home as a Communications Editor for Auburn University, but spends most of her time attempting to keep her kids from climbing—and subsequently falling off—furniture and providing an endless supply of snacks. She enjoys working out, reading, baking, listening to podcasts, and volunteering with local service organizations.
The Ultimate Auburn/Opelika 2021 Holiday Events Guide
The Auburn/Opelika area is a lovely place to live year-round, but this time of year is special because we transform into a holiday destination for the region! We've gathered a list of coming events...
The New Opelika Public Library is Open! Meet the Library Director, Rosanna McGinnis
Some of my fondest childhood memories are when my mom would take me to our local library to explore and check out books. It was always so quiet, and the tall shelves were packed...
Local Nutrition Clubs are MLM Company, Herbalife, in Disguise
You may have noticed a proliferation of nutrition clubs opening in the Auburn/Opelika area in the last year. I’ve counted no less than twelve different businesses called “ Nutrition” that have opened in our...
I Tried Janet Lansbury’s Respectful Parenting & Here’s What Happened
I came across Janet Lansbury’s respectful parenting method through a “suggested article” on Facebook. Sometimes those creepy algorithms are actually useful. I don’t remember which article it was, but I was immediately intrigued. My...
You’re Not Bothering Me, Friends
I’ve had a rough couple of months. I had to make an incredibly difficult decision regarding an unhealthy familial relationship, and I’m still trying to figure out what to do moving forward. My husband...
Into the Unknown: Letting Go of Fear and Embracing Change
I once had a job in a very uncomfortable work environment. The kind of uncomfortable that can result in lawsuits and news reports. I should have made a hasty exit when I was told...
No, Your Dog Is Not The Same As My Children
Unpopular opinion time. Your dog is not the same as my human child. I saw a Facebook post from someone without children who listed the ways that her dogs are like children and dismissed...
My Advice For New Moms: Lower Your Expectations
Several of my friends and neighbors are pregnant or just had a baby, and a couple of them will be having their first child this year. I started thinking about what advice would have...
To My First Baby
Dear First Baby,
I see you watching me with your little brother when I’m making faces at him or caressing his little head and face. I try not to be so absorbed in him that...
To My Last Baby
Dear Last Baby,
There are plenty of tasks to be done around the house today. The dishwasher needs to be started, and I have no idea if your daddy has clean socks. Your sister’s toys...