I have lived in Atlanta for the past 10 years. In these 10 years, I have experienced the worst drought of the Southeast ever; the 100 Year Flood; the hottest summer on record; and the coldest winter on record. But, nothing compares to what I just lived through, and thankfully, … Read the rest
Today, while doing research for an article I was writing about the exciting world of medical malpractice, I read this quote:
“In actual life, every great enterprise begins with and takes its first step forward in faith.”
– August Wilhelm von Schlegel
For weeks – OK, maybe months – my … Read the rest
Not figuratively – literally. I mean, I have lots of days where I think, “This is too much shit to handle in one day,” or “The shit just keeps on coming!” But, the other day, actual poop messed up my day more … Read the rest
In this day and age where you can barely get a real, live person on the phone whenever you call a company with a question about your cable or cell phone service, anyone who actually makes an attempt at providing outstanding customer service gets an “A” in my book. Even … Read the rest
Undoubtedly, you have heard this expression before. If you find yourself unable to celebrate the accomplishments of those around you, here are some simple tips that I learned from my dog, Friedrich, for turning my gloom … Read the rest
My boyfriend and I made eye contact across the table. “Good for … Read the rest
The whole reason I became motivated to take my blog to the next level and become a professional, paid writer, is because Hollis Gillespie had sex with George Clooney. Who is Hollis Gillespie you ask? She is the very talented back page columnist for Atlanta magazine. If it weren’t for … Read the rest
I began to wonder: Does this happen to other couples, and if so, what do they do? How do they handle this potentially awkward situation that screams, “Because we have only been dating a short time, and every time I have used the bathroom when … Read the rest
Part 2:
Even as mature adults, beyond having the right outfits to wear on your romantic getaway, sometimes taking your relationship to the next level means coming face to face with things you have not yet begun to discuss or experience together. It means … Read the rest
Part 1:
Sometimes taking your relationship to the next level means going out of town with the new man or woman in your life. It means going to the beach for a long weekend and staying at a cozy, little bed & breakfast. It means getting invited … Read the rest
