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Nate Bargatze’s New Book Big Dumb Eyes Is a Must-Read for Tennessee Parents
Since the announcement of Nate Bargatze’s new clean comedy book Big Dumb Eyes: Stories from a Simpler Mind I have been waiting for the Amazon truck like a kid waiting for Christmas morning. Well, my copy just arrived, and I can’t wait to crack it open. From Old Hickory to Center Stage Born and raised […]
By Jenny White
Sweet Southern Gifts for Tennessee Moms
Thoughtful Finds from Amazon (On your budget!) Moms do a little bit of everything—and Tennessee moms do it all with a big heart and a side of Dolly Parton’s shimmer. Whether they’re cheering from the sidelines, running the carpool route down I-40, or holding the family together during stormy days (and tornado warnings), the moms […]
By Jenny White
Potty training tricks that worked: Creative ideas from a Tennessee mom of 3
Potty training can often feel like a never-ending challenge: equal parts chaos, confusion, and occasional comedy. As a mom of three — two boys and one girl — I quickly discovered that no two children approach this milestone the same way. My oldest son preferred structure and privacy, while my middle child thrived on action […]
By Jenny White
Teacher Appreciation Gifts that Tennessee Teachers Will Love
Teachers are the heart of our communities: they inspire, encourage, and empower our children every single day. As Teacher Appreciation Week approaches, it’s the perfect time for Tennessee parents to show just how much we value the educators shaping the next generation. Whether they’re sparking creativity in the classroom or going the extra mile to […]
By Jenny White
11 iconic mother figures across TV history
Television has long archived the evolution of domestic life and the mother figures at its center. While viewers might not have closely tracked the many legislative wins and institutional changes that transformed the role of women in American families, TV makes it easy to compare the maternal norms of today to those of 50 years […]
By David Arkin
These are some of the neighborhoods in Jackson for families
Jackson offers a range of neighborhoods perfect for families. This list ranks the top 10 neighborhoods in Jackson highlighting friendliness and affordability based on the Nextdoor Neighbors platform and third-party sources, with residential and demographic information from the U.S. Census. Here is the list: 1. Walnut Creek Why Live Here: Walnut Creek offers a clean, […]
By Sabine Snyder