Southern Style, Simplified
April 12, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under At Home, Decor
Many Georgia homes have fascinating historic roots, classic charm, and exemplify the phenomenon of “Southern hospitality.” Just one glance towards a sprawling white wrap-around porch is enough to make your taste buds tingle as you remember the flavor of sugary-sweet iced tea. The inviting, carefree, and unpretentious charm of an old plantation home is a [...]
What a Girl Wants: The Registry Essentials
March 31, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Brides' Guide, Etcetera
Wedding registries, like wedding dresses, come is every size, shape, and form imaginable. Delicately created to fit the needs of every bride’s individual lifestyle and situation, gift registries can range from the simple request of “monetary gifts for our honeymoon” to an entire household overhaul. Throw in your fiancé’s perspective (Do we really need fine [...]
Horses for Heroes
March 26, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Good Stories
Horses for Heroes: Finding Support on Stable Ground For hundreds of years, the horse has been recognized as one of nature’s strongest, most noble, and most courageous creatures. Throughout history, horses have carried generals across miles of war zone, led armies into countless battles, and survived with their riders against unbeatable odds. Although modern technology [...]
The Fayette Bride’s Guide to Vendors
March 13, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Brides' Guide
When planning a wedding, it’s easy to get caught up in the mosaic of little details that will eventually create the day of your dreams. From venues to cake flavors to color schemes, the wedding planning process can quickly become an endless sea of options, and you can find yourself drowning in choices before Save [...]
Thinking Outside the Box (of Chocolates)
February 7, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Etcetera
Relationships often require out-of-the-box thinking in order to successfully navigate day-to-day obstacles and still keep romantic flames burning strong. Every year, couples are given the opportunity to apply their well-honed skills to create a fresh and unique Valentine’s Day celebration. This Valentine’s Day, ditch the restaurant and chocolates, and explore some new ways to express [...]
Boost Your Mind to Beat the Winter Blues
January 27, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Health
As holiday celebrations begin to wind down after the beginning of the New Year, you may begin to notice yourself being slowly drawn into the onset of a seasonal slump. With daylight hours shrinking and chilly weather, you might find yourself feeling less active, more irritable, and wondering what happened to the energy that got [...]
Meet Up with Like-Minded People
January 9, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Good Stories
From Facebook friends to LinkedIn connections, we have all witnessed our culture’s growing desire to connect with each other on common ground. Having the ability to openly share our personal stories, experiences, and interests with others satisfies our basic craving for interaction and acceptance among our peers. Thanks to technology, the quest for finding other [...]
Secrets to Magical Christmas Decor
December 9, 2011 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under At Home, Decor
Have you ever noticed how the simple addition of a color-complementing scarf, a sparkling necklace, or a pair of eye-popping pumps can turn an ordinary outfit into an expertly coordinated ensemble? The power of tasteful accessorizing is no secret; it’s all in the details. Likewise, when you are decorating on a budget for holiday parties [...]
Stylish Settings for the Thanksgiving Table
November 14, 2011 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under At Home, Decor
Every seasoned holiday host knows that a successful Thanksgiving event starts with a great menu idea, and when accompanied by the right atmosphere, turns into a warmhearted gathering. Similar to a deep, spicy aroma, a welcoming ambiance can percolate throughout the house, swirling through the air amongst guests’ friendly smiles and chatter, before finally culminating [...]
Sleep Apnea Is A Barrier to Your Body’s Health
November 14, 2011 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Health
Most women believe that heading to the gym every day, eating salads for lunch, and making an annual appointment at the ob-gyn will satisfy most major requirements of living a healthy lifestyle. Healthy choices that result in a good physical appearance are often the easiest to implement. However, since not-so-obvious habits like getting a good [...]
Decades of Dedication Keep Fayette Thrift Shop Thriving
November 14, 2011 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Good Stories, Inspirations
Commemorative milestones are traditionally observed by a time of celebration and reflection, and sometimes marked with customary tokens. For example, fine china is a traditional gift to signify 20 years of marriage. And while fine china may not be a common find among the thousands of donated items that are sold at Fayette Thrift Shop, [...]
Say “Yes” to The Ideal Dress
March 15, 2010 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Good Stories
In the popular movie, What Women Want, Nick Marshall, played by Mel Gibson, undergoes a fluke accident that enables him to hear what women think and desire most in life. Using this newfound skill to gain insight into his high school senior daughter’s world, he discovers a valuable piece of information while taking her shopping [...]