The blog where I talk about why I chose a pen name for my book.
A wonderful salad that accentuates the fresh flavors of summer. An easy indulgence after a long hot day!
Educating yourself and your children regarding finances to prepare for future financial needs.
Summer in DeKalb County means hanging at the pool.
Our family adopts a new dog from Operation Second Chance.
Say no to tax money for a new stadium in downtown Atlanta.
A selfish take on voting in the July T-SPLOST referendum. Do we need it here? One of a series by the author regarding the role regional transportation should take in building Atlanta's future.
A few thoughts about the Kardashians from someone who is either infuriated or jealous.
There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.
John Dempsey is recognized by the Georgia Lacrosse Officials Association with the Ron Mallonee award for the 2012 season.
An open letter to the Dekalb County police officers stalking traffic in my neighborhood.
Students from Sophia Academy attended the “Days of Remembrance” observance given by the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust. Students had participated in the Holocaust Learning Trunk project..
In case you missed the festivities at the Toco Hills' Pike Nurseries location yesterday, here's a recap. Chef Ian from Murphy's Restaurant shared his amazing garden fresh recipe for vegetable soup!
Young Lakeside lacrosse club wraps up their inaugural season on a high note.
My wife-of-a-Fanboy-but-still-a-FanGirl review of The Avengers. Go for the action or the eye candy. This movie is win-win for everyone.
An Oak Grove drug bust has many people talking about who's responsible. Government? Parents? Kids? The police?
Remember that time you grew up and moved away? No? Neither do I. What it's like to live 2.5 miles from your childhood home.
What's the deal with hoodies? Why has this article of clothing been made some kind of justice (or injustice) symbol?
The Supreme Court will invalidate the Accountable Care Act en toto in June, paving the way for the establishment of a taxpayer-funded single payer health system.
Report from contentious county Republican conventions sheds light on the impact of Ron Paul's presidential run.
The perils of Internet dating for aging Baby Boomers. So many advantures with so few princes.
Lakeside lacrosse continues its winning ways.
Each August, the Cowan family holds a reunion at the Salem Campgrounds. But as people lose interest it is in danger of disappearing. How do you keep a tradition alive when no one has time for it?
What don't men go the doctor? It's because we're stupid.
A detailed look at Sarah Palin's intense experience as a vice presidential candidate as depicted in the upcoming HBO movie "Game Change."
Oak Grove residents are supporting neighbors in need.
The Lakeside lacrosse club picked up two wins this weekend with varsity and JV both defeating Union Grove.
A new Eagle Scout joins the ranks at Troop 77.
Ever had a brilliant thought that you want to post to your brain so you'll remember if later? Me too! That's why I keep "Notes to Self."
Where have all the sidewalks gone? And how can we get them back?
"This year’s Super Bowl was one of the best, with a close finish and so many improbabilities..."
The Oak Grove/Lavista intersection sees a resurgence!
Sophia Academy's fourth grade ran the food drive for the Atlanta Food Bank.
Plastic Awareness Week, an environmental curriculum program by One More Generation (OMG), is coming to Sophia Academy the week of January 23-27.
A local blogger/reporter gets some action in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Putting education in perspective: So much mush. Education Week magazine ranks each state on "Total Ed Quality" or as interpreted by author, Total Ed Potential.
Doolittle digs into the first ever data-driven Atlanta Magazine high school rankings. Worthy try. Yearly refinements sure to follow with career-based education, school choice and demographic shifts.
Holiday Lights are making our neighborhoods take on a magical look at night. See a few pictures of our neighborhood lights.
The middle school students of Sophia Academy have been busy with hands-on science lessons...
The NCAA Womens National Championships were held this weekend in Kennesaw. Here are a few pictures of the final game between Stanford and Duke.