Mee Jean Sasine
Mee Jean is a divorced mom of three amazing kids: Alyssa, (11), Jacob (10) and Isaac (4). She moved to Columbia in 2002 after graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. Once wondering how she could live in a small town, she now embraces it and loves her home in Northeast Columbia. She is a Marketing Proposal Manager at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and loves being involved in the community and making Columbia the best place for her kids to grow up in. As a current board member on the Leadership Columbia Advisory Board and a graduate of Leadership Columbia Class of 2017, she has learned so much about Columbia. Mee Jean loves going to local events and supporting businesses around the city. In her free time, she loves hanging out with her friends, reading, watching Georgia football, running races (whether it be 5ks or Spartans), taking pictures and making memories (lots of selfies and hashtags), shopping, relaxing with some wine by the pool and sleeping.
Guide To Columbia Area Pumpkin Patches
With Fall just around the corner, I'm pulling out all my fleece sweatshirts and flannels. I already had my first pumpkin spice latte! Speaking of pumpkins, it's time for some family fun...
Apple Picking :: Guide to Orchards in the Carolinas
As summer winds down and fall approaches, one favorite family activity is going to pick apples at an orchard. 2020 circumstances have made for some changes to this, but for the most part, this...
This Summer, It’s OK…
Summer looks different this year. Most parents are still working remotely while their kids are at home instead of summer camp. Fewer people are taking vacations and the world is still in an unknown...
2020 Summer Bucket List :: Social Distancing Style
Summer plans are definitely looking different this year. While places are starting to open back up slowly, depending on your comfort level, you may or may not want your family to venture...
A Letter to My 5th Grader Who’s Missing Important Milestones
To My Precious Daughter,
I know times are tough right now and you want to be in school more than anything. A break from classes and school was nice, but you're ready to be back...
It’s OK to Not Be OK
I am not OK.
It has taken me several weeks to even put my thoughts into writing. I definitely have anxiety and do not do well with even minor changes, much less something this unexpected.
I...
Going Back to My Roots
It’s crazy how it took me almost 40 years to finally embrace who I really am.
I took my kids to San Diego for Thanksgiving to see my family. Prior to our trip, there was...
Time Flies When You Have Tweens Too
Here we go again... yet another reminder that time flies and your kids grow up so fast. I didn’t realize it until after the fact.
My oldest turned 11 a few months ago and asked...
A Mom to Mom Winter Blues Pep-Talk
I totally get it. The weather is cold and dreary. Everyone is coming down with something. There's more traffic everywhere you go. Some days I don't feel like doing anything except getting back under...
Thanksgiving Events in Columbia
With Halloween now in the past and the cooler weather coming in, Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Below are some local events leading up to turkey day!
Please note – While we make every...
20 Family-Friendly Fall Events Around Columbia
The temperature is starting to drop, which means fall is in the air and more outdoor activities for families to enjoy! Here is a list of fun, family fall activities in and around Columbia.
Festivals...
This Working Mom’s Summer Bucket List
It’s summer. The kids are out of school. However, this mom still has to work!
The work/life/home balance never ends. As a working mom, I plan to take a few days off, but I can’t...
The Value of Spending One-On-One Time With Your Children
I love seeing my kids’ personalities develop as they get older. My daughter is my oldest at ten going on 16 and a social butterfly. My second child is nine and he’s my sweet...
22 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Each year, Earth Day—April 22—marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. Since the holiday falls on the 22nd, here are 22 ways you and your family can celebrate...