by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection
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 Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection
It’s an Oprah’s Bookclub selection, a NY Times Best Seller and I liked it very much. … 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 »
Single Mama who loves dogs! Been a dog mom for over 12 years – have 2 dogs, who both have health issues (so very familiar with high maintenance and special needs dogs.)
As a stay at home mom, I have a very open and flexible schedule. I am open to early mornings, all throughout the day, and later evenings.… Read More »
Katie B
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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 »
by Jessica Fosse, MS, NCC, Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection
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 »
by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection
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 »
by Maggie Wray of Creating Positive Futures for The Aha! Connection
As your teen prepares to fly the nest for college, one question may keep you up at night: Are they truly ready to make it on their own?
With so much to plan and pack, it’s easy to overlook taking time for deeper discussions about values, expectations, and future plans.… Read More »
by Tatiana Matthews MS, LPC, CRC of Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection
Managing and attending to our mental health should not be an optional activity for any of us. Even so, the development of modern medicine has left mental healthcare behind. Imagine someone who is doubled over with chest pains saying “Yes, I am in terrible pain, but I can’t afford to go to the Emergency Room.”… Read More »
by Audra Hurston Anders for The Aha! Connection
I went on a Norwegian Cruise so I read about a Norwegian Cruise. Good idea? Probably, but I didn’t love the book. Don’t get me wrong….it was twisty and mysterious but not what I was in the mood for I suppose.
My friend Leigh got me into Bridgerton on Netflix.… Read More »
by Brian Eufinger of Edison Prep for The Aha! Connection
With summer in full swing, parent-to-parent conversations around the grill invariably involve their children’s upcoming college plans: “Where is Sarah going next fall? Has she decided on a major? She got how much in merit aid? I didn’t even know that was possible!”
This article addresses one simple truth: We are living in a golden age of merit aid for college.… Read More »
by Audra H. Anders and Peggy Smith for The Aha! Connection
I rode by Oaxaca in Chamblee and knew it would be the next lunch and learn location. It is beautiful, has indoor/outdoor seating, is so close to Dunwoody and my favorite food is Mexican food! Oaxaca is located at 5255 Peachtree Blvd,
Suite 105 on the bottom floor of one of the new Chamblee apartment complexes. … Read More »
by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection
I’m a mom of boys…well now they are men but they are still messy boys at heart. For our TV time together, we’ve always watched sports or Turtle-Man back in the day. When they were young, my sons and hubby ganged up on me when it was time to get new furniture for the den and convinced me to purchase a reclining sofa, a reclining love seat and a single recliner. … Read More »
by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection
I pretty much always say “The book is better than the movie”. Now I have an exception. I saw a trailer for the new Prime Movie starring Anne Hathaway but it hadn’t dropped yet so I decided to read the book. I was intrigued with the idea of the story but was disappointed with the ending, thought there was an overabundance of detailed steaminess, and just couldn’t wrap my brain around the age difference of the main characters with the pre-teen daughter’s storyline.… Read More »
by By Neitcha Thomsen MSW, LCSW, CCATP of Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection
In my work as a therapist, empowering and supporting families affected by mental illness through their journey of recovery has been one of my top goals. I have found that healthy boundaries can be one of the most supportive and challenging steps to implement as parents.… Read More »
