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Ms. Bruce, the lovely "Everything Happens for a Reason"

Written By: Felecia Causey and Lovely Bruce Photography By: Felecia Causey I wanted to see what Ms. Lovely had been up to since I featured her on my blog years ago, so I recently followed up with her. Let me just say that I'm happy I did. She is such a remarkable young lady. She exudes beauty from the inside out and is well mannered. She is among the bravest individuals I have ever met. I was interested in learning about her educational experience as she grew older after we spoke. My heart ached when she told me that the bullying had gotten so serious that she had to be pulled out of school. Who wouldn't want to be friends with someone as unique as her? This infuriated me. How can people be rude and evil? My life has seen a lot of ups and downs in the last few years. I've undergone more than 90 procedures. The positive has overcome the negative that was meant to bring me down. I was burned when I was six years old, but as I got older and into my early adolescence, I also st

Featuring: Lorraine's Bake Shop, Montgomery, Al

Written By:Felecia Causey Photos By:Felecia Causey Lorraine's Bakery is located on Dexter Avenue. I had a chance to speak with manager Keira and owner Lorraine Richie, and they both were really nice. I adored the window display, the piano, and the beach ball-themed summer décor. It's a charming little bakery with ice cream! I enjoyed hearing about Lorraine's marriage, their family's relocation to Montgomery, their shared love of baking, and their faith. They had a difficult time selling their house before leaving New Jersey. There was a buyer who was looking for a dream home, and then a miracle happened. The two families' dreams come true. What started as a family hobby became a company. There are many different treats in Lorraine's Bake Shop, including ice cream, cookies, and muffins. This is definitely for you if you appreciate pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and gluten-free foods. My family and I got to try a couple of their treats. They were enjoyable to me. As f

Featuring: Sisters Book Club, Authors Lacey and Tristan

Photos Provided By: Lacey and Tristan Please tell me a little about each of you. We are Lacey Howard and Tristan Towns. We’re sisters and authors who write children’s books with the goal of helping children positively see themselves represented in books. Tristan is a wife, mother, author, educator, and entrepreneur. Starting her journey as a second-grade teacher, she found her passion for sharing children's books and writing. Tristan loves creating stories that empower and inspire young readers, ensuring they see positive representations of themselves in books. When she's not working, you'll find her spending time with her family, diving into a good read, or getting crafty. Lacey is a wife, mother, and author who works with preschool children. When she finished college, she began working with children with special needs. This began her desire for all children to feel seen and included. When she’s not working, you will find her spending time with her husband and son, at

Featuring Mr. Teas N Bites, Montgomery, Alabama: Review

Written By: Felecia Causey Photos By Me & Vy Le I had the opportunity to go see Mr. Teas N Bites, which is located on Atlanta Highway in Montgomery, Alabama. My initial thought upon visiting the restaurant was that my daughter would absolutely love it. I thought the restaurant's layout was great, and the decor was adorable. The plush bears, booth, table, and chairs give you such a welcoming feeling. I was greeted by Vy Le. He represents the ideal restaurant owner when it comes to gaining the hearts and minds of loyal customers. I watched as he gave each customer attention while giving me a tour and telling me a little bit about what the restaurants offer. Vy Le's great mannerism has won customers from my family. The restaurant serves signature exclusives, tropically infused teas, and boba teas. Guess what?! They serve a variety of foods, including hot noodle soups, wings, egg rolls, and Korean hot dogs. This is a great spot for your teens to hang out with a friend and grab

Things Your Realtor Won't Discuss Part 1

Written By: Felecia Causey When it comes to becoming a first-time homebuyer, it's common to experience a wide range of emotions, both positive and negative. Before you sign those papers, make sure to prepare yourself by gathering all the necessary information so that your decisions are well thought out. It's important to be prepared for the journey that comes after the purchase. I absolutely love my neighborhood, but I can't help but wish that as a young couple we had more knowledge about the HOA (Homeowner Association) from people with personal experience. I often find myself wondering why some things are the way they are and if it's necessary. The fees we pay feel like you are being robbed without a gun because we don't utilize any of the community amenities. It makes me question the purpose of the fees. When considering moving into an HOA community, due diligence is crucial. Gain insight from those who have already lived in the neighborhood. Please do not pay

Water Safety for Kids: Essential Talk

Written By: Felecia Causey Water danger is a topic that is frequently not talked about. It's an overlooked yet imperative conversation to have with kids at a young age. It's crucial to have this talk with children while they are small because they are naturally curious and often drawn to water. By teaching kids about the dangers of water. Promoting water safety can ensure your child develops a healthy respect for water. We recently had a soccer tournament near the beach, so my son's team had a day at the beach. The day was beautiful with blue skies, but the wind was quite high, and the waves were huge. Many of the boys on the team probably had their first time there. One of the boys on the team almost drowned while swimming in the ocean. I am sure seeing this made the team both afraid and sad, as they witnessed how dangerous the water can be. As a mother, I regret not allowing my children to complete their swimming lessons when they were younger. I constantly find myse

Featuring: My Review and Experience at Hyatt Regency The Wynfrey Hotel

Written By:Felecia Causey Photos Provided By: Felecia Causey We could not have been happier to stay at the Hyatt Regency. The WYNFREY hotel is at Birmingham's Riverchase Galleria. We picked this place to stay because it was close to my son's soccer camp, and we had been there before. I was hoping for a similar experience to our pleasant prior visit. Regretfully, I made the error of using Members Deal for the hotel reservation, and I will never use them again—but that's a story for another blog. After a long lunch break at the camp, we proceeded to the hotel to inquire about an early check-in. The lobby was awful when we arrived. I believed they were giving away free hotel keys because of how ridiculously crowded the early check-in area was. It was okay; we just wanted to avoid being late returning to camp, so we departed. The crowd had somewhat calmed down by the time we returned, but it was still very crowded downstairs. To be honest, I still think their lobby is amo