Author: Alicia
A New Orleans girl turned Georgia peach and stay at home mom to 2 daughters. Before taking the leap into full time mothering, I worked at at an Atlanta-based advertising agency. I have lived in Smyrna for almost 10 years and am still not sure how I managed to find a job more chaotic and unpredictable than advertising.
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Education
Fizz! Boom! Read! 2014 Summer Reading Program
It’s finally summer, and parents are already looking for ways to keep kids entertained. We’ll be highlighting plenty of outdoor options, but it’s important to have some quieter and rainy day options to round things out. This year, the Cobb County Public Library System, the Smyrna Public Library, the Cobb County School District and Marietta City Schools […]
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Events
Weekend Events
Friday Yaarab Shrine Circus & Fair. Jim Miller Park, Marietta. Regular gate admission: $7. Kids 10 & under are FREE (includes circus admission). Parking $5. Saturday Smyrna Fresh Produce Market. 8am – 12pm. Smyrna First Baptist (Market Village). Michaels Kids’ Club. 10am, 10:30, 11, 11:30. All Michaels locations. This week’s craft: Summer keychain. Marietta Square Farmers Market & Artists […]
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Smyrna Voices
Creative Parenting: In Praise of the Cautionary Tale
Hi everyone! As most of you probably know by now, I am the proud mother to an amazing 15 year old daughter. Fifteen years has passed in the blink of an eye, and while each stage from infant to the teen years (which we are in the midst of now) has had a few challenges, […]
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Parent Topics
Smyrna Voices
Just doing it; making one-on-one time with each child a priority
Aidan unleashes his inner rock star at Sam Ash. Routine breeds longevity of memories; making time for each child to have one-on-one time with each parent is fun for everyone! Routine can make for lasting memories…Parents like to create memories with their kids and usually are great at those big moments; Disney, Daddy/Daughter dance, the […]
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Smyrna Voices
Helping Your Child Discover Their Passion
Every child is different. It may be hard not to compare your child to other children, siblings, or even yourself as a child, but it is so important to view each child as an individual. Not only do they all have different interests, but each kid may go about […]
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Events
Weekend Events, May 9 – 11
Saturday Smyrna Fresh Produce Market. 8am – 12pm. Smyrna First Baptist (Market Village). Michaels Kids’ Club. 10am, 10:30, 11, 11:30. All Michaels locations. This week’s craft: Mother’s Day Craft Marietta Square Farmers Market & Artists Market. 10am – 1pm. Mommy & Me Event: Fancy Nancy Tea Party at Switzer Library. 11am – 12pm. Marietta. Time to dress up for […]
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Parent Topics
Tips for a Digital Detox
Did you know that this week is Screen Free Week? (It was formerly known as “TV Turn Off Week” during simpler times.) If the articles being shared on my Facebook feed are any indication, parents today have a complex and confusing relationship with the technology in our life. But regardless of how much, what kind, or […]
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Arts & Crafts
Preschool Activities
Mother’s Day Vase and Homemade Flowers
I remember beaming with pride when I made a vase for my mom one year in elementary school. It is very easy to do with things you probably already have around the house! Mother’s Day vase supply list: 1 clean, empty plastic bottle with the label taken off (we used a salad dressing bottle) White […]
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Events
Weekend Events, May 2 – 4
Saturday Smyrna Fresh Produce Market Opens. 8am – 12pm. Smyrna First Baptist (Market Village). Home Depot Kids’ Workshop. 9am – 12pm. All Home Depot locations. This week’s kit: Build a flower planter. May-retta Daze Arts and Crafts Festival. 10am – 6pm. Glover Park in Marietta Square. The festival features exhibitors and artists showcasing handmade goods including painting, pottery, woodwork, metal, […]
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Food
Five Great Outdoor Dining Spots
Hi everyone! Now that warmer weather is upon us, one of my family’s favorite things to do is to dine alfresco. With that in mind, here are a few of my favorite places to eat and drink outdoors in Smyrna (and a little beyond): 1. Atkins Park Tavern (2840 Atlantic Rd. S.E., Smyrna) This great […]
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