What I’ve Learned Since My Nephew Drowned
My three-year-old nephew, Levi, called me Sissa, a nickname that combines my name, Melissa, and the fact that I am his mom’s identical twin...
Surviving Maycember
May has become as busy a month as December, often earning it the nickname Maycember. The month is full of field trips, the end...
The Real Truth About Drowning :: It Happens in Seconds
This was the summer I was going to teach my 3 year old nephew, Levi, how to catch a frog. Instead, I sat in...
Best Breweries In Knoxville & Beyond
The Knoxville beer scene is bursting with options ranging from breweries to tap rooms. Just because you have to be 21 to drink the...
Chattanooga’s Little Debbie Park
Snack lovers' dreams are coming true! You can check out life-size Little Debbie's at one of Chattanooga's newest parks. Little Debbie Park, located in...
To The Graduating Kindergarten Mom
Congratulations, Mom! You made it through a whole year of kindergarten!
Nine months ago you bought every supply on the list, packed up that pristine backpack,...
What I’ve Learned During My Son’s First Year Of School
Anyone that has followed me or knows much about me, knows about my son with cerebral palsy. At the start of the school year,...
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75+ Fun Family Activities In Knoxville
Looking at ways to entertain the kids? Look no further than our 75+ Fun Family Activities in Knoxville! From museums to cooking classes, we've...


















