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Trip Planning
0SUMMER IS UPON US AND I AM IN THE MIDST OF TRIP PLANNING FOR OUR FAMILY. We have two different trips on the schedule. First up? The cycling dream my husband and friends are pursuing to cycle the entire Natchez Trace Parkway this summer. On Monday I’ll share more about how planning happens around here and what tools I use to map out the fun with a family.
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Savvy Source: Words Are Everywhere in Decatur, Georgia
0MY MOST RECENT SAVVY SOURCE ARTICLE IS OUT. Our editor challenged us to find words and letters which might catch a young child’s eye. The city of Atlanta is filled with great examples, but I choose to go suburban on this piece and make it an adventure day. Decatur, Georgia is known for it’s great shops, restaurants, easy commute, and creative spirit. At night there are listening rooms and bar More >
Wordless Wednesday: Training First Responders
8SCOUTING — BOTH BOY SCOUTS AND GIRL SCOUTS — IS A SOLID WAY TO EXPOSE YOUR CHILDREN TO THE “CAN DO” CAPABLE SPIRIT. William has gained some great skills from his scouting experience. He is now a Weblo 1 Scout, which is a fourth grader who has finished Cub Scouting. One of the qualifications needed to complete the Arrow of Light in Weblos is called ‘Readyman’. It is the next step after their More >
Giveaway: Atlanta Baby & Child Expo
0FROM THE MOMENT A COUPLE FINDS OUT THEY ARE PREGNANT THE PARENTING RESEARCH BEGINS. Each new stage, milestone, and logistical problem tests us in ways we had never imagined. I’ve been through those early stage three times and still I am amazed at the products and information to be deciphered for the benefit of the family. The one thing which always helped me? Putting my hands on new tools and More >
Wordless Wednesday: What Your Parties are Missing
4I FOUND SOMETHING TO SHARE. Yesterday I gave you a glimpse into some of the family treasures I found while doing research at my parent’s home. Lots of the keepsakes were stored in old suitcases which are airtight and mostly moisture resistant. They are the kind of old suitcases being used for side tables these days, but back ‘in the day’ people like my parents received them as high school and More >
