What's Happening in Atlanta This Weekend

What are y'all up to this weekend? Here's my (slightly ambitious) plan:

I noticed during my holiday travels how easy (and pleasant) it was to neaten the bathroom. This was (spoiler alert!) because I only travel with the necessities versus the arsenal of cosmetics, first aid implements, lotions and potions that I store in my bathroom at home. I know, seems rather intuitive. Anywho, I'm spending a little time sorting this weekend, so here's what the bath will look like after:

Source: goodhousekeeping.com via Charlotte on Pinterest

I'm pretty sure. This may be ambitious, too. Let a girl dream.

Since it will be 72 degrees in Atlanta tomorrow (on Jan. 12. What the?? Not complaining!) I might drag some of my people on a little hike. One of my favorite outdoor family activities in Atlanta is to visit the Falls at Roswell Mill. Here's a picture of my nephew from our last hike. I was forced to crop out a "danger" sign. Boys. If it isn't scary, it isn't fun.


I'm only on chapter 5 in this book, and already I love it. Looking forward to curling up with The Fault in our Stars this weekend.

Generally I'd avoid "children" and "cancer" for leisurely weekend reading, but I'm hearing nothing but good things about this book. I'll keep you posted.

I may drag my husband to see Silver Linings Playbook. I've already seen it, and must see it again. Bradley Cooper & Jennifer Lawrence will restore your faith in non-British actors. They are phenomenal, and both better win Oscars or I'll feel sad and will refuse to watch the Academy Awards again until 2014.


On Sunday we're celebrating my sister's birthday at our house. I'm thinking about this Chicken with Southwestern Salsa for lunch. This is a healthier choice (than, say, steak and biscuits and gravy) to balance out the distressing caloric intake of birthday cake.

Since I'm a little weary from typing this, I may have to scale back. Or procrastinate. Both viable options.

What are you up to this weekend?

 

The Summitt

The Tennessee Lady Vols head basketball coach, Pat Summitt, retired this week. She holds the title of all-time winningest NCAA basketball coach (men or women). During her tenure, the Lady Vols: 

• won eight NCAA titles
• won 32 Southeastern Conference tournaments and regular season championships
• Made an unprecedented 31 consecutive appearances in the NCAA Tournament
• Produced 12 Olympians and 77 All-SEC performers

Here's the most impressive statistic:


Along with the success on the court, Summitt's student-athletes have tremendous productivity in the classroom. Coach Summitt has a 100 percent graduation rate for all Lady Vols who have completed their eligibility at Tennessee.(Read the entire bio here.)


The President of the United States is presenting her with the Presidential Medal of Freedom and recognizing her work through the Pat Summitt Foundation.

Watch this video and you'll see how inspirational, full of integrity, brave and kind she is. I'll think you'll agree  ---

We Back Pat.