Kimberly Poovey
Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Family-Friendly Events & More in Columbia
Since I was a little kid, St. Patrick’s Day has always been one of my FAVORITE holidays. My (big fat) Irish family never misses an opportunity to party, and St. Patrick’s Day is no...
Top 9 Unique Valentine Date-Nights
Whether you prefer Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or you just wish you could punch Cupid in the face, it’s that time of year again! If you are celebrating with your significant other, your best...
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With Your Family
This Monday, we will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. And while it’s always great to get a long weekend, please, please don’t think of Monday as just another day off.
MLK...
Shop LOCAL Columbia Holiday Gift Guide
Whenever possible, I like to spend my gift-giving dollars locally. What could be better than choosing unique gifts for your friends and family that also support our neighbors in the community? Here are some outstanding local...
Thanksgiving is Problematic
This year, I am finally acknowledging the problematic nature of American Thanksgiving.
I am a white woman of privilege. I am a "landowner." I live on land that was once inhabited by the Catawba and...
9 Ways to Save Money at the South Carolina State Fair {Giveaway Included!}
It's that time of year again. Sweaters are (maybe, slowly) starting to make their way out of storage. Pumpkin spice everything can be found around every corner. The first leaves are beginning to turn...
The Best of Soda City Market With Kids
Soda City Market is a Saturday ritual in our house. We all love it. It's the perfect place to people-watch, eat breakfast/brunch/lunch, enjoy good music, and just relax with your family and friends. And...
Children’s Books for Woke Parents
It's 10,000 degrees outside in Columbia right now, which makes it the PERFECT time to log some quality time at the library, or cuddle up with some iced tea and a stack of great...
Columbia’s Best Staycation Destinations
Sometimes, even when you're on vacation, home is where the heart is! Staycations can be a blast, with your kiddos or without. Here's why:
You don't need to worry about pricey plane tickets or...
Favorite Toddler-Friendly Play Areas in Columbia
When you've got a toddler, you know that not all playgrounds are created equal. With small kids who are just learning to walk and run, you need a unique play area to meet their...
Best Valentine’s (and Galentine’s) Date Nights in Columbia
Whether you prefer Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day, or BOTH, it's that time of year again! For my hubby and I, we started a tradition years ago that on Feb. 14, we stay in, avoid...
How to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This Week and Every Week
This Monday, we will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. And while it's always great to get a long weekend, please, please don't think of Monday as just another...
Black Friday? Yeah, No.
The Thanksgiving holiday break is upon us.
A day for family, food, underhanded political comments, and Aunt Esther having one-too-many pre-dinner cocktails.
Ah yes. The holidays are here.
But for some, it's only a predecessor for that most...
The Globe-Trotting Mama’s Guide to Traveling Without Your Babies
Leaving your little one(s), even for a few hours, isn't always easy.
(Well, let's be real, sometimes it is.)
But what if you're leaving them for days?
Since my two-year-old was born, I've spent over three total...