Broccoli…with a Side of Baby

Trying to get pregnant? These 6 edible nutrients could increase the chances of conceiving For those with a clear-cut fertility problem such as blocked fallopian tubes or sperm duct defects, diet isn’t going to make much of a difference. “But there are many shades of gray in fertility issues,” says Beth Weinhouse, editorial director for [...]

The Biltmore Estate – An American Treasure

If you are an American history buff or just love spectacular mountain scenery, beautiful gardens and magnificent architecture, make a visit to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina a priority this year. The Biltmore House is the largest privately-owned residence in the United States, with an estate that includes 8,000 acres of managed forest, [...]

Lily – a Love Story

There’s an air of joyful excitement at Delores Lisle’s house. In the cozy, comfortable living room of her ranch-style home, the coffee table is scattered with pacifiers and burp-cloths. A baby blanket is draped over the back of a chair. In the adjoining kitchen, spread across the countertop is an assortment of baby bottles and [...]

A Memorial Garden for Anna

I do not know the Van Horn family of Peachtree City, but I was deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the sudden and tragic death of their 9-year-old daughter, Anna, in a tubing accident on the Chattahoochee River on June 3.  All of us who have children know deep down that this is the [...]

50 Things to Do This Summer

As every stay-at-home mom or dad knows, the difference between a humdrum summer vacation (t.v. on for hours at a time, siblings squabbling, listlessness and annoyance setting in) and a fantastic summer vacation is what you do. It’s not about just entertaining the kids, either—it’s about family bonding: going on adventures, getting outside for healthy [...]

Gardening with Children

School is almost out and I bet you are looking for projects to do with the kids over the summer. Why not get your children outside to learn about nature and enjoy hands-on adventures in your own garden? The whole family will benefit. Getting outside helps reduce stress, decreases obesity, increases vitamin D consumption and [...]

Seasonal Opening of Peachtree City Farmers Market a Big Hit!

If you are looking for “Real People, Real Food and Real Taste” you need to check out the Peachtree City Farmers Market, now open each Saturday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Aberdeen Village Shopping Center.  Formerly known as Fresh Market South, Peachtree City Farmers Market features over 30 local vendors [...]

More Garden Junk – Don’t Throw it Away – Repurpose it in the Garden!

As you are spring cleaning your home (if you still do this charming yearly ritual) look more closely at your junk and see if there is something you can recycle and reuse in the garden. Your outside space will be more meaningful to you and more interesting to your guests if you re-imagine your “stuff” [...]

Line Creek Nature Area – Peachtree City’s Hidden Jewel

On a lovely spring Sunday afternoon, Dan and I along with trusty lab, Molson, headed over to Line Creek Nature Area for a hike along the creek. When you don’t have the time to get away to the mountains but want to get outside and enjoy nature’s beauty, Line Creek is just the ticket. Line [...]

Grand Opening of Fresh Market in Peachtree City!

Like many residents of Peachtree City and Fayette County, I have been counting down the days until the Fresh Market opened on the corner of Hwy 54 and North Peachtree Parkway in the Peachtree Crossings Shopping Center. I picked up my mom, braved the drizzle and the crowds, and headed for the grand opening on [...]

Grab Your Binoculars and Join the Great Backyard Bird Count

Each year thousands of people across the country count birds during the four-day Great Backyard Bird Count. This fun and free event will be held this year from Friday, February 18 – Monday, February 21. The best part – you don’t have to go anywhere to participate. Your backyard is the perfect place to count [...]

Crazy Garden Art for the Wild and Wacky Gardener

Most gardens reflect in some way the personality of their owners. Some gardeners love formal lines and clean spaces while others prefer informality and color. Once in a while you will run into a truly unusual gardener who loves to “color outside the lines” and makes choices that might be viewed as eccentric, in poor [...]

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