Madison Smith
What They Don’t Tell You About Youth Football
We have just finished another season of youth football in my house, and, once again, I am feeling a certain kind of way.
I am grateful for a break; we all need it. I'm relieved...
Beating the First Birthday Blues
As I sit to write, I am looking at the sweetest teddy bear invitations and baby blue party plates. I've just finished my grocery list of all the food items needed to celebrate a...
Bravo and Break-a-Leg :: A Love Letter to Recital Season
It’s dance recital season here in the South and your girl is excited.
By my best calculations, I have performed in 24 dance recitals, produced nine recitals as a studio owner, and will be enjoying...
Not Your Mama’s Deviled Eggs :: A Spicy Twist on an Easter Classic
When I think about traditional Easter foods, my mind pictures a baked ham with fresh peas on the side. My husband, who is more southern than he realizes, says those little "pear salads" are...
And the Award goes to. . . Birmingham!
I remember watching my first awards show like it was yesterday.
It was 2002. My pre-teen self was amazed at the glitz and glamour on the old school, box-like TV screen. Halle Berry won Best...
Birmingham Mom Collective :: Introducing Madison S.
Birmingham
It is weird to think of myself as a newcomer to Birmingham because from day one this community made me feel right at home. But it’s true, I am still the “new girl” around...