Wellness

For Better or Worse

Your Lives May Be Intertwined, But Should Your Finances? Article by Cathy Jones As some of Marietta's finest lawyers and family law attorneys, Gentry Law Firm has handled hundreds of money mishaps. They’re firm in their belief that financial transparency and planning are fundamental in a successful marriage—and they have the evidence to back it up. As owner William C. (Bill) Gentry puts it, "Marriage isn’t just a huge personal commitment. It’s also one of the biggest financial commitments that...

March 2024

Local Services

Aging in Place

Give Your Loved Ones the Care They Deserve Article by Cathy Jones Aging is a privilege. To age is to collect memories, endure heartbreaks, pass along traditions and bear their resemblance along the way. It's a beautiful testament to a long, full life when done the right way. Sadly, too many families and seniors face the challenges of aging with improper care.  The harsh reality is that too many seniors end up displaced from their homes, their possessions, and sometimes their families far too...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Time is Money

Spend it on the Ones You Love Article by Cathy Jones The key component to a happy family is a functioning family budget. The key component to a family budget....well, there are many! How a family chooses to spend money can directly impact the level of stress they experience. Simple planning can help avoid budget pitfalls. The foundation on which you build your family's budget is entirely up to you, but the four key categories below should be a starting point for growing families and serve as a...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

A Winning Partnership

Georgia Grown's 2024 Executive Chefs Article by Cathy Jones Atlanta's dining scene is one of high-class, elegant culinary presentation and a dash of Southern hospitality. Hundreds of Atlanta-based restaurants chart "Top Restaurant" lists nationwide. Some have even earned a coveted Michelin Star.  But Georgia Grown's Executive Chef program is different than those. It's a marker that signals both quality culinary skills and ingredients. The list celebrates chefs and the Georgia-based farmers...

March 2024

Style + Beauty

Save Money. Shop Sustainably.

Sustainable Fashion Saves the World and Offers More Bang for Your Buck Article by Cathy Jones Sustainable fashion isn't a trend; it's here to stay. Here's why. When sustainable brands started making a resurgence around 2020, people balked at the prices and questioned the meaning of the word 'sustainable' at first. But four years later, the number of people shifting from fast fashion to sustainable brands continues to rise—and not without reason. Sustainability advocate, stylist and knitter...

March 2024

Education

Do It Yourself

Reinvigorate your home with these three easy home improvement projects. Article by Cathy Jones Tips for DIY home improvement: 1. Understand your options when sourcing materials. There are many places to find affordable, high-quality materials. For example, Habitat for Humanity ReStores are a great place to find overstocked tile and building supplies for a fraction of retail costs. Even better, your purchase helps build homes to support strong, stable communities.  2. Just because the price...

March 2024

Home + Design

Out With the Old

Edit With Lara: Clear Your Clutter, But Keep the Memories Article by Cathy Jones After a pivotal career change, East Cobb's very own Lara Hurst is starting fresh (and helping others do the same) with her new venture, Edit With Lara. The decision to reinvent herself and pursue a passion wasn't made lightly. Before starting Edit With Lara, Lara was an accomplished marketing professional with longstanding careers at The Weather Channel and CNN. At CNN, she received two News & Documentary...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Celebrate Fresh this season

Veggies are an investment in your health and those to whom you serve them Article by East Cobb City Lifestyle Staff How about a refreshing spring vegetable salad with a side of roasted asparagus filled with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties? A perfect, healthy dish for any celebration, dinner party or spontaneous gathering.   Salad ingredients: Mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula) Cherry tomatoes, halved  Cucumber, sliced  Radishes, thinly sliced  Avocado...

March 2024

Life + Culture

New York Wall Street Businessman Invests in Health

Fastest-Growing, Multi-Unit BODY20 Franchisee Getting the Most Out of Life Article by Cathy Jones | Photography by Pena Rose Studios Leaving a life on the corner of New York City's Wall Street and Broad Street, mover and shaker Gene Chayevsky arrived in Atlanta in 2009; the extensive investment knowledge he'd earned as a private investor (and through mere proximity to the New York Stock Exchange) in tow.  Since then, he has become a key player in Atlanta's business, investment, fitness and...

March 2024

Life + Culture

Music for the Ages

Connecting People, Cultures and Generations Through Music Article by Cathy Jones Bright-eyed, fresh out of school and passionate as ever, siblings Sarah, Miriam and Joshua Chari set out to make a career of their love for music. They quickly discovered an entire community of both children and adults with that same fire for creating and performing—and Music By Tritone was born. Since 2002, they've been serving the communities of Roswell, East Cobb and Alpharetta through dynamic music lessons and...

March 2024