Konmari Method: Does it Spark Joy?
Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo was recently released, causing a surge of cleaning and purging in many homes near you. A variety of media outlets are recognizing the recent tidying fever, some recognizing it as a "national decluttering frenzy". …
Gift Ideas: Last Minute Shopping
Gift Ideas: Did You Procrastinate This Year?Gift ideas for the last minute shopper. I'm sure you know someone, or a few "someones". If you don't, you might be one yourself. I'm also willing to bet that there are those of…
Top Apps for Homeowners: Download Today
Whether you’re a first time homeowner or a long time homeowner, smartphones are useful for many things. Apps are helpful in keeping up with maintenance, making décor and design changes, bill payment reminders, and much more. Many of the apps…
Holiday Spending: Ways to Save this Season
Save Money This Holiday SeasonHoliday spending is expected to increase 4-5% this year. According to the National Retail Foundation, the average family spends about $800-$900 during the winter holidays. For many families, the extra cost of the holidays is challenging,…
Retailers and Restaurants: East Cobb Then and Now:
Retailers and Restaurants: Then and NowRetailers and restaurants come and go. As a native to East Cobb, I have seen many things leave and join our community over the past thirty-something years. However, there has been a tremendous amount of…
Childcare and Preschool: Decisions
Childcare or PreschoolDifficult DecisionsDeciding on childcare is an important decision. There are a variety of daycares and preschools in East Cobb, in fact several come highly recommended by East Cobb moms. I know from personal experience how it feels to…
Maintenance : Fall Edition
Maintenance Series Part IOur Home Maintenance Series keeps home owners on track with seasonal home maintenance. Everyone is busy and benefits from a reminder or two of essential tasks around the house. Seasonal maintenance prevents damage long term. Pay attention…
Halloween Part 2: Holiday History and Traditions
Holiday HistoryHalloween is just a week away. We celebrate every year, yet many of us don't truly understand the origins of this holiday. While America has celebrated Halloween for quite some time, other countries have celebrated similar holidays dating back…
East Cobb Parks
There are so many great things that residents of East Cobb enjoy: the award winning schools, the friendly neighborhoods, the access to shops and restaurants. Another aspect of life in East Cobb is recreation. Thankfully, East Cobb has an amazing…
Halloween: Mystery and Adventure
Halloween SpiritOctober is a month full of mystery and adventure. I am not one who loves a haunted house that makes the audience jump and scream. However, I do love to get into the Halloween spirit. What do you prefer? Do you…