Elaine Bradberry
Elaine is originally from Mobile, Alabama, but Birmingham has always had a special place in her heart. She made frequent trips to the Magic City as a child to visit relatives and envisioned living here one day. She is 8 years in and loves it! Elaine and her husband Kyle got married in 2019 and welcomed their son David at the beginning of 2021. She is a proud graduate of The University of Alabama and holds a bachelor's degree in Public Relations. She has worked in the nonprofit and corporate sector doing ministry, volunteer coordinating, marketing, and recruiting to name a few! She is currently a stay-at-home-mom navigating the new waters of parenthood. Her favorite things include running, hiking, baking, and eating her way through Birmingham's amazing food scene!
Where to Get Easter Catering in Birmingham
Nothing beats sitting down to a delicious meal you didn't have to cook! This is especially true on a holiday when you want to enjoy the festivities and people around you. This Easter, several...
Five Places to Find Valentine Treats in Birmingham
As far back as I can remember, I have always LOVED Valentine's Day. Now before you roll your eyes and take me for a hopeless romantic, let me tell you the truth. Celebrating love...
Places to Find King Cake in Birmingham
As a native Mobilian, I grow nostalgic this time of year for all the things I love most about Mardi Gras. One of the highlights of the season is undoubtedly king cake! I have...
5 Places to Get Your Hot Chocolate Fix in Homewood
I still vividly remember the first cup of fancy hot chocolate I ever had. My sisters and I grew up doing children's theatre, and one chilly night after a performance, our parents took us...
Five Favorite Seasonal Items at Trader Joe’s :: Fall Edition
October is here and so is pumpkin spice EVERYTHING. I'll be honest– I'm here for it. I'm your typical lover of all the fall things. At the same time, there are so many items...
Enough with the Advice Already!
There's something about becoming a parent that seems to make even perfect strangers think you need their help. Whether it's family members, that lady in line next to you at the grocery store, or...
How My Toddler Is Making Me A Better Human
One thing that all parents can agree on is that parenthood is sanctifying work. It is an absolute joy and blessing, but it also requires more from a person than we sometimes want to...
Must-Have Recipes for A Tasty Fall
I'm not especially skilled in many things, but one thing I DO have is an excellent food memory. My husband loves sports and can recall plays and scores from past games and every Heisman...
Keeping Your Marriage Intact When A New Baby Rocks Your World
When I think about the experiences that have changed my life the most, having a baby definitely tops the list. During the newborn season, my husband and I went from a life of traveling,...
“Is It Just Me?” Quirky Contributor Tell-All :: A BMC Collaboration
Remember when you were a kid, and you just wanted to fit in? Back then, being different or quirky could draw ridicule or unwanted attention. Now, one of my favorite parts of being an...