Cathy Berggren Gives Hope At Real Life Center
Here’s a Fayette Woman who brings the entire community together to provide real solutions to real people in real trouble. She doesn’t just help people. She equips them. And shows us what teamwork really is.
Rose Marie Harper lives, loves and does well
Matriarch of a large and amazing family, this Fayette Woman’s influence spans more than a half a century. She has served with strength and detailed determination. Here is a role-model for a well-lived life.
Patricia Dablah, Kareen Underwood lead with Zumba
These two ladies define what it means to overcome. Obstacles, traumas, disabilities.... none are a match for Patricia or Kareen. They teach us a whole lot more than Zumba!
Jean Peck leads the dream at Camp Southern Ground
An equestrian, communications major, military and commercial airline pilot, real estate agent, entrepreneur, wife and mom: Jean Peck leads the dream that is Camp Southern Ground. Courage and energy: she’s got it!
The Extraordinary Tales of Dr. Bisa Batten Lewis
She’s earned a doctorate in education, is a parenting expert, a home-schooling mom, published author and entrepreneur. A one-woman dynamo, her encouraging nature and enthusiasm inspire us.
Leaders of the Pack: Tammy Livers and Heather Harding
Tammy Livers and Heather Harding are the most approachable corporate executives you will ever meet. Courageous ladies who model excellence in time management and planning, their stories will inspire you.
Amy Dingler, No Limits, No Walls
Amy Dingler is energetic, passionate, a world-traveler who’s anything but boring. She has one thing to say about pursuing your dreams: “Just do it.”
Heart of Gold…Deanna McCurdy
Deanna Walsh McCurdy is part-mom, part-wife, part-triathlete, and all-inspiration. Find out what keeps her moving and how she has galvanized others along the way.
The Storyteller’s Story, Jill Smith Entrekin
Jill Smith Entrekin has published her first novel, “Star of Flint.” Her home-grown, deeply Southern story is rooted in her father’s newspaper office in Thomaston. Tragedy, mystery, love story and more — you’ll be captivated!
Sarah Smith, A Modern-Day Fairy Tale
Sarah Smith is a single mom engaged to marry her prince. She courageously and intimately shares her story. It has not been easy, or perfect, but she has learned much on this path and when you read about her, you will too.
Cover Girls
Lousie Jenkins – 90 Years, A Million Memories
Surviving a tornado. Meeting the President of the United States. Holding a top-secret... Read More
Tricia Stearns – Fresher, Simpler Living from the Ground Up
It’s a sun-drenched spring morning in Fayette County, so gorgeous that it nearly... Read More
Paul-Anne Gray, the Party Girl
Hang on to your fairytale beliefs — the glowing, wand-waving Fairy Godmother who... Read More
Judge Carla McMillian, Honorable and Just
Judge Carla McMillian is proud to be the first Asian-American female trial court... Read More
Cathy Berggren Gives Hope At Real Life Center
Building a non-profit is not a task for the faint of heart. It takes patience, persistence,... Read More
Rose Marie Harper lives, loves and does well
At some point in our lives, each of us begins to think about our legacy: we wonder... Read More
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Blogs
Southern-Fried Sleuthing
Peachtree City Library will host a book signing with local mystery author Larissa... Read More
Step-by-Step Survival Guide for Mother of the Groom
The older I get, the more I appreciate “experiential vs. intellectual” understanding.... Read More
Join Backyard Bird Count Feb. 15-18!
Each year in February for a four-day period, people across the country and around... Read More
The Poet in You
“[Poetry] is the lava of imagination whose eruption prevents an earthquake.”... Read More
Atlanta Botanical Garden Lights Up the Skyline for the Holidays
It’s time to start a new holiday tradition and bring your whole family to Atlanta... Read More
Designing with Containers: Think Outside the Pot!
As the weather cools and you get outside in your garden again, consider where you... Read More
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Good Stories
Guitars Not Guns: Changing the World, One Kid at a Time
By Sharon Ricks Music is powerful. It can fill up a restaurant on a slow night, bring joy to a child’s face, or send an urgent message to a violent world. On a Tuesday evening in early April, it did all three at once at the Pizza Hut Restaurant on Crosstown Court in Peachtree City. Families gathered for their evening meal around a group of guys with... Read More
2013 Mother of the Year~ Kristi Awtrey Peterson
It is a great honor each year to read all the wonderful nomination letters our readers send for the Fayette Woman and The Citizen Mother of the Year contest. We wish everyone could be the winner. A few of the nominations tugged a bit at our heart strings, and Kristi’s was one of those. Kristi was nominated by her three daughters Emily, Sophie... Read More
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Take Care
The Truth Behind Weight Loss Ads
Summer is just around the corner, and so are the endless advertisements for weight loss. Common sense will tell you that cutting down on your caloric intake and exercising are your best bets for shedding those extra pounds. But just in case, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) provides some helpful information and tips on what to be aware of when... Read More
Simplify Your Morning Routine with a BB Cream
What would you say if you found out you could take care of your moisturizer, skin treatment, sunscreen, and makeup all at one time? You could hit the snooze button an extra time or two thanks to no longer needing to apply a product, wait for it to soak in, then apply another, and another. It’d also help keep your bathroom counter clear of extra... Read More
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Family
10 Ways to Say “Thank You” on Mother’s Day
“Look, Ma—Successful Adult!”: Ten Thank-Yous Your Mother Should Hear Nothing... Read More
2013 Mother of the Year~ Kristi Awtrey Peterson
It is a great honor each year to read all the wonderful nomination letters our readers... Read More
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At Home
Bev’s Cheese Strata and Hot Curried Fruit
by Virginia Gibbs My mom, Beverly Turnbull, was a Southern lady and a wonderful cook. ... Read More
7 Ways to Honor Earth Day
Earth Day is a reminder to honor our planet, to treat it with love, respect and kindness.... Read More
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Scrapbook
The Amazing Machu Picchu, Peru with Fayette Woman Magazine
Last July, Mamie Smith of Peachtree City visited Machu Picchu, Peru, with Girl Scouts... Read More
Into the Montana Mountains with Fayette Woman Magazine
Brenda and Jeff Stephens with their copy of Fayette Woman magazine at Elk Mountain... Read More
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Etcetera
Southern Crescent Chorale Holds Auditions
The Southern Crescent has a reputation for excellence and achievement in the south... Read More
Cruise for a Cure! Relay for Life – Fri May 17th
Want to go on a cruise that you don’t have to worry about getting seasick or being... Read More
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Travel
10 Family Travel Tips
Spring is almost here, and summer is right around the corner! This means increased family travel and fun with the kids. Here are 10 family travel tips: Pack light – this might not sound easy when we are used to overflowing diaper bags, but with the Babee Covee, a new baby blanket and cover that is six uses in one, you can save a ton of space... Read More
8 Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel with Your Kids
Traffic, TSA, and Tantrums, Oh My!: Eight Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel with Your Kids If you’ve ever traveled with kids (especially over the holidays), you know it’s an adventure. More accurately, it’s a slapstick, Murphy’s-Law, Griswold-family type of adventure. There are poorly timed poops. Lost pacifiers. Traffic jams and road construction.... Read More
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Focus
Mother of the Bride Dress Dilemmas, Solved
Shopping for the perfect mother of the bride (or groom) dress isn’t easy. The... Read More
What to Eat for Great Skin
As a bride, you’re going to have a natural glow on your big day. But what if... Read More
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Business
Get Affairs in Order After Death of Spouse
Serial entrepreneur Susan Alpert captured the good life with her husband of 46 years,... Read More
Avoid Card Skimming Scams
It’s National Consumer Protection Week ,and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is... Read More
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