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PRESIDENT OF NBCA RETIRES Gordon Certain has served as the President of the North Buckhead Civic Association (NBCA) for 20 years and has facilitated some of the biggest changes the neighborhood has ever seen. Certain has created more green space in parks (nearly 50 acres), built up a widely distributed a tri-annually distribute 16-page newsletter for his neighborhood, and organized countless events to keep the efforts of NBCA as valiant as ever. As of July, Certain stepped down from his role to be succeeded by friend and colleague Robert Patterson. Our community thanks Gordon for his many years of service and dedication to preserving the neighborhood and heading up efforts to keep it a beautiful and sought after place to live. To become a member of this neighborhood organization, visit NBCA.org

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L isten t o K ibby WHEN KIDS MOVE, THIS DOG WILL HELP

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LAKE

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AUTHOR

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new friends to meet, many places to explore, and new

HAS WRITTEN KIBBY AND OLIVE MOVE TO

adventures to enjoy. Children will discover that moving

GEORGIA, THE THIRD BOOK IN HER AWARD-WIN-

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LESSONS AS SEEN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SPECIAL DOG NAMED KIBBY.

Andrea Cassell’s new “Kibby” adventure is her third picture book filled with gentle humor and insight in which

Cassell was inspired by real-life events to write Kibby’s

her 30 years’ experience as a special education teacher

newest adventure. In 2019, she moved from Wichita, Kan.

shines through. Kibby and Olive Move to Georgia, Kibby

to Reynolds Lake Oconee with her husband and white

the Space Dog, and Kibby Gets a Little Sister have each

miniature labradoodle, Kibby, who inspires her writing.

won the global Mom’s Choice® Gold Award.

The challenging experience motivated Cassell to write a

Cassell is also the author of Nahima’s Hands: Unique

book that will make relocating easier for children, whether

Mediterranean Cuisine Cookbook. She taught cooking

across the street or across the country.

classes for many years and food, family, and friends remain

Moving is difficult for most everyone, and can be espe-

an important part of her life. Cassell’s career path has

cially challenging for youngsters, who often don’t express

included diverse roles, such as: Miami Dolphins cheerleader;

what they’re feeling. In Kibby and Olive Move to Georgia,

Mrs. Kansas; TV host of her own weekly show in Kansas

the furry members of the family relate their experience

with cooking tips, recipes, DIY projects, health, and beauty;

with moving in a way that children can identify with.

and, professional vocalist on radio, TV, and stage. She and

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PLANNING A SUCCESSFUL FAMILY VACATION

family time at the Beach Nuts Bar with Bingo Night,

CAN BE LIKE MANAGING A CONTENTIOUS COR-

Trivia Night, and Movie Night. The friendly staff made

PORATE MERGER. So many people to please, budgets

every experience memorable for our family of four! One

to consider and futures to speculate. Dad wants to golf

of the most exciting parts was the trip over from Grand

and read, Mom is hoping for beach yoga and a quiet

Cayman to Little Cayman Island. The 30 minute flight

kayak and the kids want non-stop entertainment and

on a 10-seater plane was exhilarating.

room service. We asked one of our favorite Buckhead families about a memorable vacation that was a peo-

ANNE COLLINS, 10

ple-pleaser. They visited Little Cayman Island and, as

My favorite mode of transportation was on Sccotin

you can see, the trip was a successful transaction. Well

Scooters! My favorite outing was to the Central

done, fam!

Carribean Marine Institute. We were able to participate in the CCMI coral transplant project. We harvested

DREW ELLENBURG (DAD)

coral from the ocean reef to an underwater lab. Once

The condo where we stayed on Little Cayman Island

the coral was in the lab, we attached it to a nursery reef

was well stocked with books. My favorite afternoons

in order to make it grow independently. Next, we were

were the ones spent in the seaside hammock huts, rock-

able to take lab grown coral and reattach it to the ocean

ing in the cool breezes, reading a Grisham novel. The

reef. This helps to grow more coral in the Caribbean.

hammock hut shielded the sun but allowed the ocean

We worked alongside Dartmouth students, there to

breeze to keep me cool. Long walks on the beach gave

research the coral reef.

me a reason to indulge my appetite at mealtime in the resort. The food was outstanding with every meal more

JACK, 13

impressive than the last. We capped off a week of deli-

Owen Island was two football fields’ distance away out

cious cuisine with a night of Surf and Turf. Little Cayman

our front door on Little Cayman. I just knew that I had to

Island food was 5-star!

get over there and fish! Our whole family took two kayaks along with our fishing gear and paddled over on a new

MARY ELIZABETH ELLENBURG (MOM)

adventure. We landed on the white sandy beach and

Little Cayman Island was all a buzz at 7am when div-

docked. My sister and mother swam in the clear blue water

ers were gathering gear for a charter dive. The divers

while Dad and I looked for a place to fish. Dad and I found

would have a wonderful breakfast before loading up on

a fishing spot, where we had to walk out on lava rocks to

the charter boats. At the end of each day we enjoyed

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GIVING BACK

mothers know best

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IN THE WORLD OF PRODUCTS MADE

both women were expanding into entrepre-

SPECIFICALLY

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company that rents stylish maternity clothing,

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and Brittany was developing BashBLOK, a

registry advice and she will tell you about

web app for planning and managing personal

that one magic item that makes her job a

events. After two years of corresponding, they

little easier. For Buckhead residents Anita

decided to combine their strengths and create

Rajendra and Brittany Garman, co-founders

something that solved a problem for mothers.

of Mina & Vine, there was one new mama

With Brittany’s eye for design and Anita’s

must-have that consistently missed the

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mark by even the most popular baby brands.

ence with La Belle Bump, the duo launched

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the Mina & Vine Kickstarter in August 2018.

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would know to include. Through their prod-

moms would be excited to wear. Anita and

uct research, Brittany and Anita discovered

Brittany met through a mutual mentor at an

three main issues with existing covers:

accelerator training program for female entre-

excessive heat while nursing, inability to

preneurs. After discovering their common

easily view baby, and the fact that standard

interests in startups and supporting women

scarves only served one temporary purpose,

through creative ideas, they realized that their

leaving them hanging in a closet once mom

connection was more than just chance.

stopped breastfeeding.

Anita previously worked for Fortune 100

The most popular feature is the magnetic

companies such as Coca-Cola and Brittany

fasteners that make it easy for mom to throw

had a background in interior design, working

on when her hands are full allowing quick

for a top 25 architecture firm. When they met,

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“AS AN ENTREPRENEUR, IT CAN BE NECESSARY TO REINVENT THE WHEEL. JUST BECAUSE A PRODUCT HAS BEEN MADE DOESN’ T MEAN IT HAS BEEN MADE WITH THE RIGHT FUNCTION IN MIND.”

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access to view baby. Each scarf is designed with smart fabric technology that has been proven to lower body temperature by two degrees, keeping mom and baby cool. The scarf is a multifunctional accessory and can be worn more than 10 ways after nursing is over. Each scarf can also be used as a cover for a car seat, carrier, or shopping cart.

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When designing the first Mina & Vine scarf, Brittany and Anita had an important list of features that needed to be included. At the top was the need to blend function with style, something often forgotten with most nursing scarves. The brand was built on the principle that moms shouldn’t have to sacrifice looking good. Practicality can be chic, especially throughout motherhood. “As an entrepreneur, it can be necessary

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

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ZOO ATLANTA REOPENED IN MAY WITH A NUMBER OF NEW PROCEDURES IN PLACE TO PROMOTE A SAFE AND HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT IN THE TIME OF COVID19. As families and friends return to Zoo Atlanta to spend time together and to be inspired by the wonders of the natural world in an outdoor park environment, the safety of visitors, team members and animals remains the Zoo’s number one priority.

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Zoo Atlanta will work with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) White Rhino Species Survival Plan® (SSP) on identifying future companions for Mumbles. Also new to the Zoo is Savanna Hall, a state-of-the-art special event destination in the newly restored historic former home of the Atlanta Cyclorama, now housed at the Atlanta History Center. In the renovation of the building, which dates to 1921, Zoo Atlanta undertook meticulous efforts to preserve many notes of its historic past while introducing the structure’s 21st century new chapter: an event experience unlike any other in Atlanta. Highlights include the Michael & Thalia Carlos Ballroom, a twolevel space with sweeping views into the African Savanna; the Delta Savanna Terrace; multi-purpose meeting venues; and more. The African Savanna and Savanna Hall are part of the Zoo’s landmark Grand New View transformation, which also includes a new and enhanced entry plaza. For more on the Zoo’s mission, safety procedures and protocols, and conservation programs and partnerships, visit ZooAtlanta.org.

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Friendship Week and National Hot Dog Day. Friendship Week will be celebrated August 1 - 2, and little ones are encouraged to invite their friends along with them to the Museum for a day of educational play. On August 23, the Museum will pay homage to a staple summer barbeque item on National Hot Dog Day. Additional August

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SEARCHING FOR WAYS TO GET SOME QUALITY TIME IN WITH YOUR KIDS (AND KEEP THEM BUSY)? Put down the tablet and bust out the toolbox—the craft toolbox, that is...we don’t condone giving power tools to children. When you’re looking for some productive indoor time to spend while empowering your little ones’ imaginations, consider this easy (but we can’t promise mess-free!) project you can create with a few standard supplies and a lot of creativity.

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M AT E R I A L S

PIÑLLAMA

+ Cardboard + White crepe paper + Construction paper + Glue + Scissors + Beads, yarn, pom poms, etc.

DIRECTIONS 1. Take your cardboard and cut two pieces into the shape of a llama (we found a stencil online). Then, cut strips of cardboard the depth you want your llama to be. You’ll connect these to either side of the llama cutouts to enclose your piñata. 2. Glue your strip of cardboard all along the edge of one side of your llama, then glue to the other side. (Be sure to leave a hole you can close up later so you can fill it with your favorite candy!) 3. Starting at the neck, cover the front, back and sides of your llama with white crepe paper, cutting a slit every half inch or so to create the traditional piñata look. 4. Cover all remaining sides of the neck and head with white construction paper, cut to fit your design. 5. Using construction paper, beads, pom poms, tassels, buttons, etc., add some flair to the rest of your llama! Bonus points for incorporating different shapes and textures into your final product.

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THREE MISCONCEPTIONS PEOPLE HAVE ABOUT FILING FOR BANKRUPTCY

EVEN AFTER PRACTICING BANKRUPTCY FOR ALMOST 20 YEARS NOW, I AM STILL AMAZED AT THE MISCONCEPTIONS THE GENERAL PUBLIC HAS ABOUT THE BANKRUPTCY PROCESS AND HOW QUICKLY YOU CAN RECOVER FINANCIALLY. If you file for bankruptcy it will ruin your credit and you will never have good credit again. While bankruptcy will initially lower your credit score, most of my clients are surprised to see that their score will actually increase within 12 months of their bankruptcy case being discharged. You'll Lose Everything In Bankruptcy. If you file for bankruptcy you can rest assured knowing you won’t be left out on the street with nothing to your name other than the clothes on your back. Most property in a bankruptcy filing is exempt and debtors rarely lose anything at all. You cannot file bankruptcy by yourself if you are married: The bankruptcy laws permit anyone to file for bankruptcy, whether individually or jointly. If you are married, you and your spouse must decide if a joint filing is necessary. If one spouse has more debt than the other, they can file individually. SaediLawGroup.com

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