On Being Southern and Catholic

By Teev Handal There are few things more powerful than being raised both Southern and Catholic. It amounts to a boyhood steeped in intimacy and ritual. It results in a lifetime of Gothic views and…

There Is No “WE” In Chocolate

That dreaded day is approaching soon and us girls that are single cringe at the though of yet another year of celebrating anti-Valentine's Day. I used to think of Valentines Day as "Dead Man Walking"…

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Save The Day

Hello reader, we meet again! Thank you for the warm welcome on my first blog. I received amazing feedback. What I heard the most was appreciation for my raw and realness. I'm glad that one…

Plan for the Unplanned

Tuesday, Atlanta had a snow day. It was pretty much 45 degree weather and rain, but Garrett stayed home and was able to go to two appointments with me. One was for baby Eleanor, the…

The Baptist Greenhouse

By Julie Patrick QUITMAN, Ga. - Social media has grown so fast, and continues growing at exponential rates. No longer seen as just a mode to interact or make friends, it is being used for…

“Sleeping Beauty” Ballet Presented Jan. 25-26

VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University Theatre and Dance is once again partnering with the Valdosta School of Ballet to present “Sleeping Beauty” Jan. 25-26 at Mathis City Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now. “Sleeping Beauty”…

Georgia Trust 2019 Spring Ramble Set for Thomasville,…

THOMASVILLE - The rich history and architecture of Thomasville, Ga. will be showcased during the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Spring Ramble, April 12-14, 2019. Co-hosted by Thomasville Landmarks, the event will offer visitors and…

All American Potluck Pointer

By Julie Patrick VALODSTA - If you're lucky enough to share your life with a pet, then you know how awesome they are. They make us laugh, they drive us a bit cray, and they're…