Pumpkins at Callaway
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and gold, there's no better way to celebrate the fall season than a trip to Callaway Gardens. Nestled in the heart of Georgia, this stunning destination transforms into a...
“Our class is doing cupcakes for the “Food Truck” food court. Why don’t you do some kid-friendly ones?” When students began returning to campus in 1947 after WWII, many of them felt awkward trying to fit in. Auburn University...
"Welcome to Alaska! Sorry about the mosquitoes. Would you like something to swat them with?" Our taxi driver put our luggage into the trunk and offered us what looked like a cross between a pickleball paddle and a badminton...
Read to me! Those words are magic. Technology is wonderful and there are no shortages of choices to entertain, but one of the very best ways to foster a child’s imagination is to read a good book. Now that...
Our 4th Annual Bloom:: An Event for New and Expecting Moms sponsored by Sunshine Pediatrics was hosted on March 26, 2023 at the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National. We were THRILLED to once again offer...
Note to self: When using a curling iron, safety goggles are recommended. Had I been aware of this earlier, I might have prevented the Great Curling Iron Catastrophe. But, even if I had seen the warning, I probably would...
To my grown kids. There are some things I'd like to tell you, a few confessions I'd like to get off my chest, just so you know.
I prayed for you while I was still a child myself. Before...
The movie Remember the Titans resonates with me on many levels. Like Coach Bill Yoast's daughter, I was nine years old when integration was initiated in Alabama and our small school closed. My dad, the head football coach, had...
It’s a Tuesday morning shortly after 9 am, and I’m on my way to pick up a friend from his home for our normal Ollie’s and Dollar Tree run. As I pull into his driveway at 9:30 on the...
“I’m leaving. See you in a bit. Have fun!” Mom and/or Dad wave and walk away without so much as a backward glance. Their toddler waves "‘bye ‘bye," happily picks up a toy, and joins the other toddlers. Sound...
Parenthood
Our Summer Survival Strategy
Summer is here whether I like it or not. Admittedly, it’s not my favorite season, but I’m both excited and a bit nervous about...
