Well if you didn’t get enough snow a couple of weeks ago during Atlanta’s Snowpocalypse of 2011, don’t you fret! Stone Mountain is to the rescue with another installment of Snow Mountain. This weekend, experience the region’s only snow park with your family. This is definitely a place that the kids will enjoy. The family park includes snow tubing... [Read more...]

This week, the American Red Cross sent out a national appeal for more blood donations. With the recent severe winter weather throughout the east coast, it has significantly decreased the blood supply. Over 14,000 American Red Cross blood and platelet donations had to be cancelled! The January blood supply is at its lowest in a decade. They have issued this appeal... [Read more...]

Most dog owners have probably experienced this situation before. It’s not a pleasant site to see your favorite pair of shoes in four chewed up pieces on the floor. Most dogs can’t help it though. It’s us as the parent to each them doggie manners, if you will. I know you probably hate having to lock your dog up every time you leave the house.  It’s... [Read more...]

Last weekend, ATL was pumped up and ready to “Rise Up” for our Atlanta Falcons. Unfortunately, they didn’t come through and they got beat at home in the Georgia Dome. :-( Even though we’re out of the Superbowl race, don’t think you can stop cheering for our Falcons! Don’t be a fair-weather or bandwagon fan—I hate those!! Celebrate a great... [Read more...]

Are there any sushi lovers in Southwinds Stockbridge? I know I am!! I love going to an authentic Japanese restaurant and getting the best of spicy tuna rolls, California rolls, tempura, nigiri, sashimi and occasionally an eel roll! Never tried it? Well why don’t you go out and try something new! Fortunately, there are plenty of great sushi spots here in... [Read more...]

My New Year’s resolution is to lose about ten pounds. During the holidays, I gained a little weight, and I just can’t seem to lose it. My boyfriend gained weight as well, but he has managed to lose all of his extra baggage, as well as tone up and gain muscle. The entire thing is just so frustrating to me! I know that I need to be more dedicated to weight... [Read more...]

Did you make a list of New Year’s Resolutions this year, residents? If you need help with sticking with your resolutions, check out these excellent tips, courtesy of Shine, on guaranteed ways to stick to and accomplish your list of New Year’s Resolutions. Good luck!! Work on only one resolution at a time. Think through the sub-strategies you’ll... [Read more...]

The holidays are over, but our bank account is still here and I know I’m not the only one with fewer funds from all the gift giving. Even so, I still have to do loads of shopping for myself and my great apartment here at Southwinds Stockbridge. Spending wisely is a must for me, so knowing where to get certain items is valuable information! There is a Target... [Read more...]