Going Green With a Social Energy App

Facebook application will help consumers make efficient choices.

Agency Struggling to Give Away $339 Million to Georgia Homeowners

The state has $339 million in relief available to help unemployed or underemployed Georgia homeowners.

Free Political Action and Campaign Training

Here's an opportunity for free training and information on the work of educational policy, politics, and becoming or supporting an elected official.

FHA Gives First Time Home Buyers a Break

New FHA requirements may help first time home buyers.

An Ode to Costco

One family's obsession with Coscto -- specifically the samples!

Back from Washington: Leo Smith Considers the Pulse of School Reform

A post-HR1162 passage blog on school reform, party platforms, and as always, the who, what, and most importantly, so what.

Your Children, Your Future

Can we move towards more local control over education?

Wow - We do have Million Dollar Properties in Smyrna - and One Just Sold!

Home Sales Up. Inventory Down. Million dollar sale in Smyrna leads the way!

When it Comes to Fried Chicken Moms Know Best

The humorous story of my husband's recent attempt to fry a chicken. Lesson learned: Moms know best.

From Super Bowl to Spring Break: Activities for Families

In my family, we get a little stir crazy after football season ends and before spring has, well... "sprung." Here are a few suggestions from how to pass the weeks from Superbowl to Spring Break.

Yes, Yes, and Yes! Schools do influence property values

Have you wondered how much schools can influence property values? A home in the Walton High School district will sell in the high $500's, while a comparable house in Smyrna will be in the low $400's.

Tools, Tips and Tricks I Couldn’t Live Without

Simple yet effective tips, tools and tricks I use to keep life running smoothly. I hope you will add to the list!

Mindful, Natural, and Literally Loving!

A son's example inspires a post-Valentine historic literary journey about the nature of love, citing authors from Christ to Augustine to Calderon and Zora Neal Hurston.

Act Now - To Encourage Legislative Reforms for Education

An important window of opportunity is available to Georgians to make public schools better for the future of our children. Learn how a simple e-mail or phone call can improve schools today.

Choosing a School: How Do You Decide?

How do parents find the best school for their children? Here's a brief re-cap of my search for the perfect school. I'd love to hear from you about the choice(s) you've made!

The Power of a Deal Breaker

A deal breaker is just that, it can make something sweet turn sour. Through online dating you learn a lot about traits you value in a potential mate, and in turn learn what you refuse to settle on.

Is your hair color fading too quickly?

Are you tired of your color not lasting or only looking great for one week after you have colored it? Here is a suggestion for how you can get the most out of your color.

My Tact was Trumped by Love: Why I'm Disturbed by the Teach For America Withdrawal

Author reacts to the Cobb Board of Education's withdrawal of the Teach For America Plan.

Don't Kiss the Dog

I love my dog, but I don’t kiss her. I will hug her, cuddle her, scratch behind her ears, and rub her belly till the cows come home, but no kissing. I simply will not allow it. Do you kiss your dog?

Parent/Student Advocacy at Risk with Unbridled Teacher Advocacy

Why it is important to get involvement across social class for student welfare? A call for parent action in PTAs and the Cobb Board of Education.

An Argument for Vocational Education

Vocational Education curriculums are needed to celebrate the examples of independence fought for by leaders from Thomas Paine to Reverend King.

The Audacity of the Rooster

This is not your grandmother’s space anymore! Here are some basic steps to help jump-start your “theme” room.

Properly setting up that new computer for trouble-free enjoyment

Taking a few minutes to think things out before pushing the power button the first time will save you grief later on.

A Lesson from Tim Tebow

Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow's success is a lesson on the power of belief in a world of showmanship and doubt. Many respond to faith as though it is kryptonite rather than the anti-dote.

Christmas Just Ain't Christmas Without a Card You Love

Christmas just ain't Christmas without a card you love. Here's mine. I hope you enjoy it. Merry Christmas from my family to yours.

Use the FORCE!

Have you heard of feng shui? This is a introduction to how to use feng shui with decorating.

More Thoughts on Local Educational Reform

A two part exploratory discussion of concepts to improve local elementary schools. Part I - Challenges to Increasing Parental Expectations. Part II - 7 Recommendations for Local Reform.

Just Because You Could Does Not Mean You Should

I’ve been shopping for sweatpants for over two weeks and it’s making me cranky. I need a pair of sweatpants and I need them in time for Thanksgiving because… well…because I plan to eat a lot.

11-11-11...It's Just Another Ordinary Day

It’s 11-11-11. People are making a fuss over it and I don’t get it. 11-11-11. It’s just another ordinary day as far as I’m concerned.

It's about the memories, not the costume

The sights and sounds and smells of the holidays all begin with Halloween. It ushers in my favorite season, but what I love most about Halloween is homemade costumes.

Understanding Transiency and How it Affects School Performance

What is "transiency" and why do school officials keep using it to explain the challenge of meeting progress standards? What are some schools doing to reduce the impact of new immigrants on learning?

Striving for 99.9 Percent Efficiency

We all expect things to work for us at 100 percent efficiency, but what would happen if they only work at 99.9 percent?

Engaging Citizens to Have Political Voice Across Differences

This blog was written after having conversations with several people about the upcoming Smyrna City elections.

Amazing What a Year Can Do

Twelve months ago I was an online dating success story, living my dream!

Fight off the flu without the flu shot

You’ve probably seen them at your local pharmacies, signs and ads about the flu shot. But Is there a better way to prevent the flu?

Bad Hair Days

Bad hair days are more about what's in your head, not what's on it.

Believe and it will get done

The first step in changing your life is to believe your world can change. Reaching your goals can only start with a single unwavering belief that it will be done.

How Do You Tell If A Website Is Secure?

Online shopping, online banking, online employment applications—we all use our computers more and more for transactions that require sensitive information to be entered. Secure?

Hello World! Let's talk Health!

Four things you need to be truly healthy: exercise, nutrition, a positive attitude and a healthy nervous system. Let's talk about how you can get all four and reach your full potential.

Can an iPad replace my Desktop or Laptop?

The answer depends on what you use your desktop and laptop for.