I am not crafty. In fact, up until a few weeks ago, I didn’t even know how to spell decoupage, much less know what it was. But as I perused the Internet looking for ways to utilize leftover Christmas cards, I found a number of decoupage projects that looked interesting. Decoupage is a way of […]
Continue Reading
Tag archive for "family"
Daddy’s girls
Local moms reveal what makes their fathers special
A lot of folks grow up without dads. And while they tend to turn out better than, we think those that grow up with awesome dads are pretty lucky. To learn more about what makes a great dad, Ruckus went to the experts: daddy’s girls. LINDSEY WALSWORTH nanny, baker and wifelet What makes you a […]
Continue Reading
Movies, museums and more, oh my! Cinemoms membership offers deals all over town
To get to know more moms in her children’s school and her synagogue, Marci Miller first had to stop working so much. And she wanted to spend more time with her 8- and 6-year-old so in 2008, Miller decided to retire from her marketing and public relations job at an entertainment PR firm. In order […]
Continue Reading
To the curb?
Consider the options when looking to unload stuff
I love clearing out clutter. I love the sense of purpose as I purge our closets, drawers and garage of unwanted stuff and the feeling of clarity and accomplishment when I’m done. Ever since I got a little more educated about landfills, finding good homes for my cast-offs takes time and patience. In the old […]
Continue Reading
Sophie Peterman Tells the Truth!, by Sarah Weeks, Illustrated by Robert Neubecker
“Babies are not sweet. Babies are not precious. Babies are not cute …” so says big sister Sophie Peterman. In Sarah Weeks’ book, Sophie Peterman Tells the Truth!, Sophie tells it like it is when dealing with a new sibling, and does so with colorful, bold photos filling the entire page and text that gets […]
Continue ReadingPastries A Go Go offers fresh homemade stuffs
Fresh sticky buns, muffins, Danishes, scones, mini-cakes and éclairs are just a few of the delights offered at Pastries A Go Go for brunch. Diners can choose to make their own sandwich or pick from the expansive breakfast menu to satisfy those morning cravings. The chef makes his own pork and turkey sausages in house […]
Continue ReadingRaging Burrito appeals to young and old
The adults will find 50 types of tequila and burritos so large they take up an entire plate. Raging Burrito’s “fatties” are full of a variety of meats, vegetables and salsas to appease anyone’s taste palate — tofu, tilapia, pulled pork, jerk chicken or even pineapple. A sizeable secluded patio in the back is perfect […]
Continue ReadingIt’s hard to not feel at home in Sweet Melissa’s
Sweet Melissa’s offers a relaxing afternoon brunch with two comforts: food and setting. With whimsical chandeliers, alluring warm colors and local artwork hung on the walls, it’s hard not to feel at home while dining from the expansive menu and people-watching through the wall-sized windows looking onto the street. Diners can create their own omelets […]
Continue Reading
They Might Be (tiny) Giants
What was a one-time project has created a new, younger audience for the geek chic band
They Might Be Giants didn’t intend to become known for its children’s music. But after a handful of children’s CDs, they realized parents were hungry for something different.
Continue Reading
Speaking my language
Lithuanian immigrant struggles with teaching her children native language
Some people say everything we do is in the intention. Others say intention has nothing to do with it. What really counts is the outcome. I fall somewhere in the middle. Perhaps that’s my problem when it comes to teaching my children a second language. When I was 11, my family emigrated from Lithuania. I […]
Continue Reading
The Lewises
As children of military parents, Christopher Lewis and wife Jennifer Bhagia-Lewis both called many cities home. While living in Atlanta, they met at Georgia State University in 1999, but didn’t start dating until 2002, when they both participated in the GSU Choral Society (Jennifer for fun and Christopher as a requisite to graduate). Their son, […]
Continue Reading
What’s for lunch?
Bento boxes make it easier to pack quick, healthy midday meal
According to the CDC, kids today aren’t eating enough fruits and vegetables in their diet. This isn’t really surprising, is it?But as a parent, you have the ability to send your kid to school (or work) with a delicious lunch that incorporates healthy food and a good dose of funky fabulous fun as well. Even […]
Continue Reading
© 2024 Atomic Family Magazine.