For Diana Galloway, the sky is the limit
“I just went to work and did my job...” and the rest is history. Fayetteville’s Diana Galloway is a member of the Fab Four, the first all-female, all-African American flight crew, that flew into the history books in February 2009.
Fayette Humane Society: A dog-gone good organization
The Fayette Humane Society, a no-kill shelter, finds “forever homes” for more than 400 animals per year. The non-profit organization is made up entirely of volunteers who love loving creatures like Winston shown here.
Ann Yingling: Advocating for our wounded warriors
This Peachtree City lady puts her experience as an Army wife and a veteran of military life to good use by working as an advocate for more than 50 severely injured soldiers returning from the Irag and Afghanistan.
Fayetteville’s real Army Wives stay connected
These real “Army Wives” of Fayetteville get together because they need to connect with people who understand their world. And there is much to learn about the importance of supporting each other in their story.
Tips for safe winter driving
Winter weather poses unique challenges for drivers. Before heading out onto snowy or icy streets, take a few minutes to refresh your memory on how to drive safely in wintery conditions.
Cover Girls
For Diana Galloway, the sky is the limit
February 12, 2009 started out as just an ordinary day for Fayetteville resident Diana... Read More
Ann Yingling: Advocating for our wounded warriors
Ann Yingling’s home reflects the experiences of her life. Cuckoo clocks chime and... Read More
Debbie Britt paves the new way to age: With attitude!
Don’t let Debbie Britt’s size or age fool you. At five feet tall and 53 years... Read More
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Blogs
Feb 5, 6, & 7
The audience arriving for Friday night performance. Saturday evening — looking... Read More
February 4
Last night I took a bunch of photos at the Konos Academy’s performance of... Read More
Jan 31, Feb 1,2,3
Catching up — it has been a busy week and it is still busy! Tonight and tomorrow... Read More
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Good Stories
Fayette Humane Society: A dog-gone good organization
As a volunteer dog coordinator for the Fayette County Humane Society (FCHS), Sherry Vernick has seen her share of animal mistreatment. “I’ve been with the organization eight years and I’ve had a lot of heartache because of the abuse, but I’ve had a lot of heart-joy when an abused or abandoned dog is placed in a loving ‘forever home.’ That... Read More
Fayetteville’s real Army Wives stay connected
There are the “Army Wives” on television and then there are the real Army Wives of Fayetteville. These women are the spouses of soldiers assigned to the USARCENT unit based at Fort McPherson. Since some families don’t live on a military installation, but rather in and around the Atlanta area, ARCENT divides spouses into zip codes where the women... Read More
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Take Care
Vera Langston is 89 and ‘fit as a fiddle’
What started seven years ago as physical therapy for a new knee has turned into a love of physical fitness for 89 year-old Vera Langston. Twice a week, the spry Fayetteville resident hops a ride with her friend, and heads over to the Piedmont Fayette Rehab & Fitness Center, in Fayetteville. Originally from Port Smith, Virginia, Langston worked as... Read More
Are you running a sleep deficit?
You’re paying down your credit cards and making smart decisions about your home and auto loans. But are you overlooking the most important kind of “debt,” a debt that you owe yourself to pay off in order to maintain good health? This is one kind of debt that will have a huge impact on your life if ignored, but is easy to pay off with... Read More
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Family
Five vital skills for kids and tips for teaching them
It’s no surprise that mothers want the best for their children, but are they setting... Read More
The Great Spinach Lasagna Mutiny
June 1, 2009. With dismay, I survey the wreckage. The kitchen is in its usual messy... Read More
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At Home
Delectable Herb Recipes
In this month’s issue (February 2010) of Fayette Woman Magazine, I interviewed... Read More
Decorating with children’s art
Crayon illustrations, family portraits in brightly colored marker, and masterpieces... Read More
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Scrapbook
Neighborhood ladies visit Hilton Head
Five couples from the same neighborhood in Peachtree City visited Hilton Head Island,... Read More
Fayette Woman in residence at Windsor Castle
Beverly Pruett (Peachtree City) took her 3 daughters, Melanie Pruett Flora (Peachtree... Read More
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Etcetera
On the Trail at Skidaway Island State Park
Skidaway Island State Park is just a short distance southeast of Savannah and offers... Read More
Jill’s Top Non-Fiction
I promised I would share my top non-fiction picks from the past year, so here they... Read More
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Travel
Ice Skating at Centennial Olympic Park
Lake Sullivan on the west side of Indianapolis was the winter pond of my youth. We would sit on its tree-lined bank, lace up our skates, and bump over its frozen ripples, seeking smooth ice to practice our spins or play a game of whip. Until the end of January, Centennial Olympic Park offers free style ice skating for all ages and skill levels. In... Read More
Savannah’s Secret Gardens
My husband and I just celebrated “milestone” birthdays. I won’t tell you which milestone but let’s just say the number puts us definitely into the senior category! Rather than commiserate, we decided to commemorate the occasion with a trip to Savannah to enjoy the historic district and the natural beauty of this coastal area. The historic district... Read More
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Focus
Grow a garden library with these great reads
Whether you’re a casual gardener or a weathered landscape professional, you need... Read More
Resolve to protect your PC with four easy steps
As the new year approaches, many of us begin thinking about our New Year’s... Read More
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Business
Precautions you can take to prevent identity theft
By April Sorrow University of Georgia In a single day you might write a check for... Read More
Five ways to save time and money on your taxes
The typical taxpayer is expected to spend more than three business days and more... Read More
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