Parenting is an adventure—both rewarding and challenging. What works for one child may not work for another, and no child comes with an instruction manual. Navigating the complexities of parenting a child with anxiety can feel overwhelming. In my experience working with children and families, I’ve seen how parents often grapple with their own feelings while trying to help their anxious child.… Read More »
Over the course of my lifetime, I’ve owned several versions of cameras with film, then multiple types of digital cameras from pocket-sized to an amazing NIKON with an extremely long lens. We also own various video recording devices starting with VHS recording tapes then onto CDs and DVD recordings. … Read More »
by Brian Eufinger of Edison Prep for The Aha! Connection
All too often, it can feel like that most of the opportunity to cut the cost of college only goes to those who are graduating at the top of their classes with tip-top grades or with top test scores. Students should definitely aim for competitive grades and test scores if possible, and take advantage of generous merit aid scholarships if they can, but there are a host of non-academically-based ways to save money in college as well.… Read More »
My parents came to visit me earlier this week because my Mom loves to accompany me to the Dunwoody Home Tour whenever she can. Hubby and I decided this would be the perfect opportunity to take my parents out to dinner and to check out High Street for the first time.… Read More »
Peggy had never visited the Wesleyan School campus except for a swim meet. I toured with my youngest more than ten years ago and a lot has changed since then! So…we decided to ask our friend Jennifer Copeland if she would be up for a tour and lunch for our September Lunch & Learn. … Read More »
Anyone who has experienced test-taking anxiety knows how debilitating it can be! And anyone whose child experiences test-taking anxiety knows how stressful and heartbreaking it is to watch. Experiencing anxiety when taking tests or quizzes occurs in 40% of students of all ages and negatively impacts performance and overall well-being.… Read More »
As Academic & ADHD Coaches, we have conversations every day with parents who suspect their student might have ADHD, or who have recently been diagnosed. In honor of ADHD Awareness Month coming up in a couple of weeks, I’d like to help clear up some of the most common misunderstandings we still hear about ADHD in our everyday conversations…
Myth: “My kid is in high school / college…if they had ADHD, someone would have noticed it by now.”
I’ve known and adored Danielle Garrett for many years. It was so fun to introduce her (in person-finally) to Peggy earlier this week at Novo Cucina. Now I get to introduce her to you! You’ll recognize her name from the many Travel Talk articles she’s written for us over the years but today I get to tell you all about her! … Read More »
by Brian Eufinger of Edison Prep for The Aha! Connection
The Importance of Applying Early Action/Early Decision If You Can
With the Common App opening on August 1st, seniors are preparing applications for their list of colleges. Some applications were already sent in on Day 1. As a parent, you’re going to be hearing various lingo—Early Action, Early Decision, Regular Decision, Rolling Admissions—what does it all mean?… Read More »
When a child experiences anxiety, it can be distressing for both the child and their caregivers. The intense feelings of fear, worry, and unease can disrupt daily life and interfere with emotional well-being. In such moments, it’s essential to have reliable strategies that can quickly and effectively calm a child’s anxious mind.… Read More »
Yesterday was a beautiful day for a Trolley Tour so guess what? I went on a Trolley Tour. Discover Dunwoody is our city’s very own “Destination Marketing Organization” or “DMO”. Basically it is their job to introduce people to Dunwoody and bring them into our hotels and restaurants and shopping centers. … Read More »
You may not know this but my mom is a magnificent artist who creates beautiful paintings. I can’t draw a good stick person but I have an appreciation for beautiful art and love to roam galleries with my mother and her art friends. I was thrilled to hear about the Dunwoody Gallery pop-up a few months ago but was never able to attend any of the events. … Read More »
by Audra H. Anders and Peggy Smith for The Aha! Connection
At our June Lunch & Learn when I dined with Matt Weber, he suggested that I should interview Lisa Torres for an upcoming edition. He immediately introduced us via email and Peggy and I had lunch with the amazing Lisa Torres last Friday!
Food details first then more about our delightful conversation with Lisa.… Read More »
