I cannot tell you how much joy it brought me to continue the tradition of photos and dinner here before Whit’s junior prom. This school year, he has really found the sweetest group of friends that feels so right for him. They are smart, polite, kind and incredibly driven. Most of the time I see… Read More
We had a special evening celebrating Whit’s induction into the National Honor Society, and I couldn’t be more proud. Membership is based on more than just academics, which makes this honor feel especially meaningful. Students are selected not only for scholarship, but also for service, leadership and character… a true reflection of the whole student.… Read More
Well… I knew this day would come, but I truly thought we had at least one more year. The curtain has officially closed on Whit’s orchestra journey. For the past six years, he’s proudly played the cello, and it has brought so much joy to all of us. It’s hard to believe it all started… Read More
This weekend was one of my very favorite events of the entire school year – the Fine Arts Holiday Showcase. It’s always such a bright spot in the busy holiday season, a chance to slow down and soak in the incredible creativity, talent and hard work happening right inside our own school walls. On display… Read More
When we took a trip over to Auburn last May to help pack up John’s dorm room after his first year, I wasn’t quite sure what we would find. Of course, there was the laundry pile, the unmade bed, a bedside table covered in glasses, and plenty of memories from a year well lived. But… Read More
With Whit off to start his junior year, it was time to pivot from Wildcats to Tigers as John heads back for his sophomore year at Auburn! I had so much fun decking out the kitchen in all things Auburn. Orange and blue flowers filled my rose bowl, flanked by team shakers, a couple of… Read More
Two years ago, I shared how important it is to have certain legal documents in place once your child turns eighteen. Now here we are again… John is nineteen, which in Alabama means he’s officially reached the age of majority. This milestone is a perfect reminder: if your child is about to cross this threshold,… Read More