Franklin, TN May 2023

Miranda Lambert

ADDS AUTHOR TO HER LENGTHY RESUME

LIFE + CULTURE

FASCINATING FEMALES

FOOD + BEVERAGE

MEMORIAL DAY

COOKOUT IDEAS

SHOPPING SARA SELLS

Banking made for Music City.

L O VE WHERE YOU WORK!

WE ARE PASSIONATE about the care we o er and the culture of compassion, excellence and teamwork that make us Williamson Health. Our mission is to treat people professionally, with dignity and respect. And we’re looking for talented, caring people to help us do just that.

To see our open positions, visit WilliamsonHealth.org/Careers or scan the code below.

"I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar"

“A strong woman knows she has strength enough for the journey, but a woman of strength knows it is in the journey where she will become strong.”

Welcome to our ladies issue! It’s one of my favorite issues to put together because I love being able to celebrate the success of women. The accomplished ladies on the following pages are just a handful of the many talented and amazing women we are lucky to call our neighbors here in Franklin.

Starting with the one who graces our cover, the incomparable Miranda Lambert. As if her music wasn’t enough to showcase her incredible talents, she’s releasing a cookbook later this month that is a nostalgic ode to her loving upbringing.

In this issue, we also talk to blogger and influencer Mary Lawless Lee of Happily Grey. The former ICU nurse and mother of three shares a little bit about her life, her journey and her love of fashion.

We got to talk to lots of boss babes, female business owners, executives, and several women that are motivating and inspiring us. I'm so proud to be a part of a magazine that spotlights all the great things local women are doing.  Happy reading!

Warmly,

May 2023

PUBLISHER

Athena West | athena.west@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Maria Dinoia | maria.dinoia@citylifestyle.com

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Emily Smith | emily.smith@citylifestyle.com

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR

Karen Creason | karen.creason@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Ed Atlas, Jessica Wayman, Kellie Walton Benz, Christina Madrid, Jennifer Bennhoff, Sue Baldani, Kimberly Blaker, Josh Vaughn, Dawn Burns, Judy Beaudin

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

James Williams, Deb Scally, Teresa Ginn, Josh Vaughn

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

AD DESIGNER Mary Albers

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kirstan Lanier

MARIA DINOIA, EDITOR  @FRANKLINTNLIFESTYLE

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3976 Johnson Hollow Rd

Thompsons Station, TN 37179

MLS #: 2446114

$1,550,000

Absolutely gorgeous land. Open pasture in the front and 3 wooded hilltops All of the land has been cleaned and manicured! You'll have to see it for yourself. 3 springs and a spring-fed creek Preliminarily perked for two 4 to 5bedroom homes.

615 202 9515

cindy@leipersfork.com

7348 Bradford Rd

Primm Springs, TN 38476

MLS #: 2495315

$1,699,999

Stunning 3 BR, 3 bath log home on 8 93 acres LR with vaulted ceiling & stone fireplace, kitchen with hickory cabinets & granite countertops. Spacious primary suite with large bath, 2 walk-in closets, laundry, and deck overlooking the lake Additional beds, loft, and guest house Ideal for nature lovers

615 504 4183

carla@leipersfork.com

7950 FISHER RD

PRIMM SPRINGS, TN 38476

MLS #: 2458303

$999,000

34 7 acres in the woods (approx 15 acres of nice flat land) The land has been manicured All underbrush cleared & tree limbs have been raised The 5bedroom perk is approved and recorded. The land is ready to build on. A road maintenance agreement is in place

615.202.9515

cindy@leipersfork.com

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CARLA HARRIS CARLA HARRIS

THE X3

We’ve been serving Nashville since 1996, and we’re proud to offer two convenient locations and one amazing experience to all of our customers.

THE ACE UP OUR SLEEVE DOESN’T GAMBLE.

Our sales coordinator isn’t the risk-taking type. You’ll never catch her walking under a ladder, and she’s prone to keeping sage in every room of her house to ward off any unseen impurities. But her sensitivity to risk makes her the perfect person to understand and advise today’s home buyer. So while we’ll never run into her at the blackjack table, we’re glad she took a gamble on us.

Learn more about our team, our building philosophy, and our available homes and floor plans at WillowBranchHomesTN.com.

We’re built different.

city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1-3: The Sapphire Suite, together with partners Faithfully Restored, Rose & Plum Living, and Olive Plates hosted a lovely evening for 30 mothers of children with special needs. 4-7: Williamson Medical Center brought these little St. Patty's Day babies into the world!

Not only does Jennifer know Franklin, but Franklin knows her!

If you want to experience what it’s really like to live in Franklin, look no further than Jennifer Bickerstaff. You will see her friendly face in all your favorite places around Franklin. She is deeply involved in the community and her passion for Franklin shines through in everything she does. She is the epitome of a true local Realtor® and the perfect guide to help you find your dream home in this wonderful town!

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1-7: Producer Dennis Scott hosted a 95th birthday celebration for everyone's favorite Mr. Rogers along with a campaign to get Fred Rogers inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. @thankyoumisterrogers 2: Dennis Scott

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5+ ACRE HOMESITES FOR SALE · COLLEGE GROVE, TENNESSEE

ADVICE FROM THE EXPERT

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Skincare matters!

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You are the driver, we are the educator

Our consultations are really an amazing opportunity for clients to learn all of their options We offer a full line of injectable laser skincare and wellness services It can be overwhelming as well an investment Our goal is to share all of the options with our clients educate and help guide them along their journey so that they are empowered to make the best decision to achieve their personal skincare and aesthetic goals Whether a client is ready $2000 we want them to get the treatme give them the best result!

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EXTRAORDINARY ADVANTAGE PROGRAM

Success in a changing market requires a unique and proven strategy.

From painting, to landscaping, to photography and media exposure, Paula and her team understand that going above and beyond for a home’s first impression is fundamental to its successful sale.

While other real estate companies may offer programs to help you get your home ready to sell for top dollar, the homeowner still ends up paying for these services after the sale of their home. Paula is different, however, and she commits to partnering with you, and makes a personal investment into your home, so that your home sells for its absolute maximum, at no additional cost to you, ever. The Paula Hinegardner Group is equally invested in a successful sale as you are.

6205 LYNCH LANE, COLLEGE GROVE, TN 37046 | BEDS: 4 | BATHS: 4.5 | SQFT: 6369 | $2,849,000

Custom built by Legend Homes to take advantage of the 18th Fairway view, this gorgeous property is a true WOW! Designed w/entertaining in mind, from the light filled dining room w/adjacent bar, to the great rm featuring built ins & cozy fireplace that leads through french doors to the GORGEOUS light filled gathering rm w/2nd fireplace & floor to ceiling windows overlooking a charming backyard w/outdoor kitchen & the 18th tee! After dinner, tempt guests w/desert around a huge custom island in the luxury kitchen or to a screening of the latest blockbuster in a rarely found 1st floor media room! With a gorgeous primary suite, spa bath & custom closets, 3 full guest ensuites, 2 offices, a 2nd floor bonus room, a home fitness room & more storage then you could ever imagine...This house is AMAZING!

Above are inspiration photos showing the possibilities that can become reality at Lynch Lane. We partnered with a virtual staging team to showcase optional improvements, including a wall removal and backyard completion.

Friends of Franklin Parks Completes

Chestnut Bend Trail

Franklin residents and visitors will soon be able to traverse the Harpeth River from the Park at Harlinsdale Farm and utilize an existing walking trail in the Chestnut Bend neighborhood.

In anticipation of the start of bridge construction in early 2023, Friends of Franklin Parks and a host of partners have completed the trailhead within the Chestnut Bend neighborhood.

Once connected to the new bridge, the trailhead will allow for pedestrian connections from Downtown Franklin to Cool Springs via sidewalks and bike FriendsofFranklinParks.org

Franklin Police Officer Rose Steagall Celebrated For 18 years Of Service

Police Officer-2 Rose Steagall joined the Franklin Police Department on November 22, 2004. Rose’s service to her fellow citizens, however, began during her earlier career as a paramedic.

PO-2 Steagall's distinguished service to the FPD includes assignments to Patrol, Bike Patrol, Segway Patrol, Community Relations, Honor Guard, Crisis Negotiations and Intervention, and as a Department Instructor in things like women's self-defense, CPR, and as an International Police Mountain Bike Association Instructor. The entire Franklin Police team congratulates Rose on her retirement.

Photography: The City of Franklin

GUIDING YOU HOME

0 KINNARD SPRINGS RD FRANKLIN, TN

$8,499,000 | 85.55 Acres

Tucked in at the end of a private cul-de-sac of Kinnard Springs subdivision, you will find 3 lots that combined total 85.55 acres of rolling hills of endless privacy. The parcels are approved for 5 five bedroom perc sites. You have nearly 90 acres as your private playground to build your dream home or family compound. With hilltops and valleys, a mix of timber, and pasture with extensive trails and a pond, this property really does have it all.

8902 PALMER WAY BRENTWOOD, TN

$4,449,000 | 6 BD | 5/1 BA | 7,541 SF

This is a must-see custom-built home by Chandelier Development in Brentwood’s boutique gated community off Wilson Pike - Marshall Place. This luxury home sits on a level 1 acre lot in the gated community that features 10 home sites. Thoughtful details are on every inch of the home. including designer lighting, custom trim and tile work, Marvin windows, and a stunning Iron Lion front door to name a few. Zoned for Lipscomb, Brentwood Middle and High School.

8903 PALMER WAY LOT 7 BRENTWOOD, TN

$1,595,000 | 1.01 Acre

This is the last lot available in the beautiful gated community of Marshall Place in Brentwood, and one of the best. Build your custom home on a flat 1 acre lot in Brentwood’s newest boutique gated community. Build with our preferred builders or get your builder approved.

4274 OLD HILLSBORO RD FRANKLIN, TN

$1,950,000 | 3 BD | 3/1 BA | 2,120 SF

Located in the coveted Leipers Fork Village near restaurants/shops, this renovated charmer on 1 acre blends historical charm with chic country living. Details such as custom white hardwood painted floors, porcelain tile with stone mosaic showers, stunning fireplaces, crystal chandeliers and unique custom touches throughout make this home a one-of-a-kind gem. Plans for an extension convey with property giving you nearly 4,000 sqft. With dual zoning allowing for residential or commercial use within the Village this home would make an incredible investment whether you live, work, or play in the Village.

The Factory at Franklin Unveils Grand Hall Bar and New Dining Partners

The Factory at Franklin unveiled details about its highly awaited Grand Hall bar concept and also announced new tenant partnerships with two iconic restaurants expanding to Williamson County for the very first time. The Skylight bar will join its newest dining partners, etch and Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, along with ten other restaurant tenants.

Holladay Properties purchased the property in 2021 and began major renovations to transform the 20-acre site into a reimagined community landmark offering first-class retail, dining, and live entertainment options.

Photography: Holladay Properties

Dreaming of your next new home?

Franklin PD Seeking Police Officer Candidates

FPD accepting applications for both new and experienced officers through May 18.

• Testing & interviews held June 1 and 2, 2023

• Entry-level salary: $50k yearly

• Experienced, POST certified officers start at $53,695 - $65,000/yr.

• Take-home car program

• 4-day work week

• On-site fitness facilities

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days, plus 12 additional paid holidays

• Annual uniform & equipment allowance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Medical, dental, vision benefits

For more information about the opportunity, the requirements, and  applying ,  visit  franklintn.gov/Home/ Components/News/News/10847/1801

Dolly Parton Announces Release of A New Book

In  Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones, global superstar Dolly Parton shares, for the first time, the full story behind her lifelong passion for fashion, including how she developed her own distinctly Dolly style. According to Parton, “It is my hope that you will enjoy a look at my life in costume and hair and get to know some of the great people who have helped shape my life and my look.”  dolly.lnk.to/BehindTheSeams

Photography: Penguin Random House

Animal Center Is First Shelter To Be Named A StormReady Facility

Williamson County Animal Center (WCAC) is the first animal shelter in the United States to receive designation from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as a StormReady Supporter facility. StormReady is a program for entities that demonstrate weather safety and preparedness by meeting criteria established by the National Weather Service (NWS) and local emergency management agencies. AdoptWCAC.org

Photography: Beemo by WCAC

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local experiences

The best places and things to do in our area.

ARTICLE BY DAWN BURNS

Grab your gal pals and plan a relaxing or upscale day, weekend, or GNO (Girls' Night Out!) with any one of these local experiences fit for the females.

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Our Picks for The Gal Pals

BFAB FITNESS: Sweat it out together with a funk dance cardio class at BFab Fitness. In person and online classes are available.

PADDYWAX CANDLE BAR: Learn the science behind candle making and customize your own at Paddywax Candle Bar. Guests are encouraged to bring their own snacks and beverages.

ARRINGTON VINEYARDS: Pack a picnic and enjoy a glass or two of wine at Arrington Vineyards. Live music plays at the barn on weekends.

CULTURE + CO: Nosh on cheese and charcuterie at Culture + Co, Nashville’s cheese and pairing conveyor belt at L + L Market.

SUGAR DROP: Bake with your bestie! Put on a comfortable apron and sharpen your baking skills at one of Sugar Drop’s cake classes.

Scan for more photos and the full list.

MEET THIS MONTH’S CURATOR

Dawn Burns aka The Nashville Mom | @thenashvillemom

Lifestyle blogger Dawn Burns calls Franklin home, where she is a mother of two and wife to husband, Seth. Dawn has always had a growing love for community and an even stronger passion for families traveling to her beloved city. Striving to connect others with happenings in and around Music City and all it has to offer, Dawn, the face behind The Nashville Mom, has become the #1 resource for families to discover the best restaurants, shops, kid-friendly activities and events in town.

Arrington Vineyards

Dr. Eliza Gilbert is originally from Cadiz, KY and earned a Bachelor of Science at Murray State University with cum laude honors. She continued her professional studies at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry where she earned her DMD with magna cum laude honors. Dr. Gilbert has had private practice experience in Tennessee, Indiana, and her home state of Kentucky. She continues to invest heavily in continuing education, which allows her to offer a greater variety of services to her patients. She’s excited to put down roots in the Nashville area and provide high quality dentistry with a caring touch.

Outside of the office, Dr. Gilbert’s hobbies include horseback riding, any outdoor activities, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys cuddling up with a good book and her sweet grey cat named Pixie.

Miranda Lambert

Gives Us A Peek Into Her Childhood

WITH A BRAND NEW COOKBOOK

As if being one of the most decorated artists in country music (38 ACM Awards, including a record-setting nine consecutive Female Artist of the Year Awards, 14 CMA Awards and three GRAMMY Awards), having her own clothing and boot line, Idyllwind, launching a foundation to promote the adoption of rescue pets and starting her own home goods collection, Wanda June, isn't enough, Miranda Lambert

can now add author to her list of

Photo by Robert Ascroft

accomplishments. Being released later this month, Y'All Eat Yet? Welcome to the Pretty B*tchin' Kitchen is Lambert's debut into the world of books.

Y'All Eat Yet? is a collection of recipes that mix childhood memories with traditions and lots of love around the family table. Lambert says she owes it all to the two generations of women who raised her, her Nonny Wanda Louise and her momma Beverly June. Those influential ladies are not only the inspiration behind this cookbook but also for her Wanda June home goods collection available exclusively at Walmart that launched just last summer. We got to talk with Miranda about her new book, her home accessories line and some of her favorite childhood memories.

AT WHAT POINT IN YOUR LIFE DID YOU REALIZE YOU HAD A SPECIAL CHILDHOOD AND WANTED TO WRITE ABOUT IT TO SHARE WITH OTHERS?

ML: I think I realized it early on, actually. I wrote my first song at 14 and it was about growing up in our small town of Lindale, Texas. My childhood has shown up in my music through the years – and now a lot of those memories are in the book!

HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO PUT THIS BOOK TOGETHER FROM CONCEPTION? (IE ROUNDING UP THE RECIPES, OLD FAMILY PHOTOS, ETC)

ML:  It’s been almost three years of work to get all the stories and recipes down on paper and make it all make sense. I am excited for my fans to see and read it.

YOU TALK A LOT ABOUT FEMALE BONDING IN THE BOOK. WHAT'S ONE WAY YOU LIKE TO GET TOGETHER WITH YOUR GIRLFRIENDS?

ML: We revolve almost every gathering around cocktails and snacks. Our best memories are about just being together, no matter what we are doing or where we are. We always bring the fun.

I LOVE YOUR TRIBE. YOUR INTROS TO THEM SOUND LIKE YOU'VE GOT SOME WONDERFUL PEOPLE AROUND YOU. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A DISCONNECTED WOMAN TODAY WHO IS STILL LOOKING TO FIND HER TRIBE?

ML: Find people that lift you up, but also tell you the truth. A group of friends that loves you through ups and downs is so special, and I’m very thankful to have them.

Photo by John Shearer for Getty Images

I'M SURE IT'S HARD TO CHOOSE, BUT DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE NONNY RECIPE OTHER THAN HER FAMOUS COOKIES? ONE THAT TRULY TAKES YOU BACK TO YOUR CHILDHOOD?

ML: Her dressing is a family staple for us. Since she passed, we have been trying to get it right, but we never can do it quite like her. She used her magic touch.

YOU SAY YOU LIKE EATING MORE THAN COOKING, BUT TELL US, IS THERE ANYTHING YOU'VE MASTERED IN THE KITCHEN THAT YOU TRULY ENJOY PUTTING TOGETHER?

ML: I make taco soup a lot. It’s quick and easy and goes a long way for gatherings or parties. I also love making peanut butter cookies. Super easy and delish.

THE WANDA JUNE KITCHENWARE IS KINDA RETRO 70'S. WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND IT?

ML: A lot of my grandmother’s and mom’s old dishes that have been passed down have a retro feel, so we wanted to bring that out in Wanda June. I feel like retro never goes out of style – and it’s super fun.

YOU'RE SO BUSY (MUSIC, TOURING, WRITING, PINK PISTOL, WINERY, MUTTNATION) - WHAT DO YOU DO TO UNWIND?

ML: I have a farm about an hour from Nashville which is usually the place I go to recharge. All of my animals and airstreams are there, and I really just feel so balanced and peaceful after a few days in the country. Our friends come hang out there as well, so it’s just a cool, chill vibe.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR YOU? GOT ANYTHING UP YOUR SLEEVE?

ML: I always have something up my sleeve! I’ve been writing music a ton, so that’s been fun, and I am about to kick off another leg of the Velvet Rodeo residency in Vegas. I’ve been loving that, so I’m pumped! MirandaLambert.com

Photo by Jamie Wright

Photo by Emily Dorio

Photo by Emily Dorio

"I love what happens when you put people together with good food, drinks and a fire, on a porch or next to an Airstream. It's not about the fancy - it's about the fellowship."

Photo by Emily Dorio

INSURING THE TEENAGE DRIVER

Shellnut Insurance Has A Unique Perspective When It Comes To Insuring Your Household’s Newest Driver

Shellnut Insurance and Associates knows a thing or two about insuring teenage drivers because owners Eric and Teresa Shellnut insured their own children, including sons Tyler and Gavin who now work for the agency.

Recently, we met with Hannah Shellnut, the firm’s marketing director and Gavin’s wife, to learn more about insuring the new driver in the family.

Shellnut Staff: (L-R) Tyler Shellnut, Krissy Harris, Colleen Tickle, Teresa Shellnut, Eric Shellnut, Hannah Shellnut, Gavin Shellnut, and Peyton Henry

Visitors to Shellnut Insurance are greeted by Nala, Jax and Macie, a trio of Australian Shepherds who serve as the agency's mascots

WHY SHOULD PARENTS OF  TEENAGE DRIVERS CONSIDER  SHELLNUT INSURANCE?

This agency has a lot of personal and practical experience with insuring teenage drivers. We understand the concerns that our clients have because we’ve experienced them ourselves. And just like no two families are exactly alike, not all insurance companies are the same either. We’re able to evaluate each client’s specific needs and recommend carriers that align best with their unique situations.

INSURING A YOUNG DRIVER CAN BE EXPENSIVE. ARE THERE ANY DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE?

There are three common discounts that can help reduce the expense. Some companies offer a tracking device that will report driving habits, which can lead to discounts. If the driver qualifies for a Good Student Discount, we can upload a report from your child’s school. Finally, successful completion of a driver education program can lead to additional savings.

HOW DOES SHELLNUT  HELP CLIENTS UNDERSTAND  THE TERMS OF THEIR POLICIES?

It’s true that a lot of people are overwhelmed after they receive a quote because it can be difficult to make sense of insurance language. We try to add-on the education piece. We go over every element of the policy so that clients know what is covered, the limitations, and what happens in the event of a claim. We take into consideration the client’s personal situation, then write the policy as if we were writing it for ourselves.

About Shellnut Insurance and Associates

Since 1999, Shellnut Insurance and Associates has helped clients protect their homes, automobiles and lives with insurance products tailored to meet their specific needs. The family-owned, independent broker represents many different carriers. ShellnutInsurance.net

ARTICLE BY ED ATLAS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

THIS IS OUR FRANKLIN

The Parker House on Main is bringing our creative community together to collaborate, share and support our Franklin locals. This is the first installation of our new campaign

“This Is Our Franklin”

In collaboration withFranklin Road Apparel

@franklinroadapparel

Styling- Samuel Allen

Our local client and model

Emily Love @emilynicholelove

Makeup - Britney Moya

@Rockmeupmakeup

Hair Styling- Michelle Swope

@officialmichellemurray

Hair Color / Cut / PhotographySamuel Allen

@Samuelallen_hair

Videography- Dan Moriarty

@anthologyfilms

WHEEL'S UP!

MIDDLE TENNESSEE’S NEXT GENERATION OF PILOTS ARE EARNING THEIR WINGS AT TENNESSEE FLIGHT TRAINING

As a music producer, Chris Erlanson’s job was to listen to artists talk about their dreams and vision, then help them achieve them. That’s not too far removed from his role as the owner of Tennessee Flight Training (TFT).

“When people walk through the door, they have a dream. They want to do something bigger than themselves and that’s what aviation is,” says Erlanson. “God did not intend for us to fly. But in an airplane, if you want to climb, you will climb. If you want to come back to earth, you will come back to earth. Airplanes are really just extensions of our dreams."

Erlanson never aspired to be an aviation professional while he was working for a record label and a management company. Flying was just something to do, an escape while he was away from the music business. He didn’t realize what it would turn into until he acquired what was then Nashville Flight Training in 2014. “I bought the flight school as a side

investment. It was never intended to be my main vocation,” says Erlanson. “But the more I became involved in aviation, the more I enjoyed it. It gives me great joy, watching kids come in not knowing what a propeller is and a few years later they’re working for an airline. It’s as if I live vicariously through them, seeing them go from knowing nothing to becoming aviation experts.”

Today, Tennessee Flight Training has operations at Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Maury County Regional Airport (MRC). Between the two fields, it serves hundreds of students ranging from aspiring aviators to experienced pilots who are training for advanced certifications. But even the absolute beginner goes airborne at the first lesson. “We try to make sure that every first lesson is actually in the airplane,” says Erlanson. “The reason is that you weren’t drawn to aviation because you wanted to learn math or formulae. You’re going to learn

LEFT: Certified Flight Instructor Jarret Jenkins (R) inspects an aircraft with a student

RIGHT: Certified Flight Instructor Bunnie Ambrose (R) at the controls prior to a flying lesson

about legal and regulatory and math and physics. But we want to keep it fun, too, so every opportunity you have to be in the plane, you’ll be in it with your hands on the controls.”

Students also flock to TFT because aviation jobs pay well and there is a nationwide pilot shortage numbering in the tens of thousands. This explains why students come from all walks of life, including a growing number of aspiring female aviators. Erlanson has assembled a staff of 40 that includes 26 certified flight instructors, mechanics, regulatory experts and administrative personnel. With 13 aircraft of various performance levels and an FAA-certified simulator at each airport, students have access to all the equipment they need whether they’re pursuing a pilot license or seeking to become an Airport Transport Pilot, a designation required to fly for a commercial airline.

Erlanson says that TFT has a number of advantages compared to flight schools that are housed in university settings. “One of our strengths is that we provide a lot of flexibility,” he says. “Some students want to train twice a day, six days a week. Others want to train only once or twice a week. We’re able to accommodate all of them. It’s not so much the lessons as it is the proficiency. The FAA has strict guidelines in terms of minimum proficiencies and technical skills.”

That aligns with something else that’s inherent to flight training that Erlanson says cannot be compromised. “Aviation is a meritocracy,” he says. “If you come to me with a million dollars, I can’t sell you a license. A license cannot be purchased online with a couple of clicks. It has to be earned.” And in Middle Tennessee, aspiring pilots are earning their wings at Tennessee Flight Training. TnFlightTraining.com

"If you want to climb, you will climb. If you want to come back to earth, you will come back to earth. Airplanes are really just extensions of our dreams.”

– Chris Erlanson

Owner Chris Erlanson

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Fascinating Females

FIVE WOMEN BUILDING COMMUNITY WHILE FOLLOWING THEIR DREAMS

ARTICLE BY JENNIFER BENNHOFF PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Claudia Zuazua was born and raised in Mexico City and lived in four different countries before moving to Nashville in 2013

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

Walk the extra mile, that will let people know what kind of person you are.

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

What has surprised me the most is that some dreams come true right away and some others take time and can come true in a very unexpected way. My life is completely different from what I pictured when I was young but, surprisingly, every dream I had has been accomplished so far.

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT LIVING WHERE WE DO?

I am definitely a country mouse. I love nature. Being from another country, I can’t appreciate more how beautiful Nashville is. It’s so green. There are places around that can take your breath away. I think we are surrounded by our own little sanctuary.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION! WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED? Create awareness of the importance of our planet; each animal, each plant, every tree, every piece of it is fundamental to the cycle of life.

Claudia Zuazua Community Development Manager, Williamson, Inc.

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

Whatever troubles or problems you have in your life, you don’t have to look far to see that someone else’s problems are way worse. I once had a sick family member I was concerned about. Things were looking bleak, and while driving that person to the hospital, I got a call from someone whose situation was way worse. I thought, 'My situation is bad, but theirs is terrible.' I think about that whenever I hit a hard time. My troubles might be bad, but many others are having an even harder time. I want to help people who are in tough situations however I can.

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

The two different attitudes I encountered, depending on the person. Some people were accepting of me being a female firefighter and others were not. I had never experienced anything like that, but I kept doing my best and I guess over time I won them over. There are probably still some who have reservations about a fire lieutenant being female. I don’t dwell on it. I just do my best.

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT LIVING WHERE WE DO?

Country is all I’ve ever known! I’ve lived within three miles of the same spot my whole life. I have relatives that have been here since before it was a county. I do like it here, and I don’t know any different.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION! WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED?

Besides win the lottery, retire and homeschool my son? I’m reminded of a country song by Justin Moore called “If Heaven Wasn’t So Far Away.” I live on land, and I can also go to my grandparents’ land, and wouldn’t it be neat to walk along that land and hear the stories from the people who walked that land many years ago? To learn of their hardships, their victories, what they experienced, to just be able to talk to them? That would be pretty cool.

“My troubles might be bad, but many others are having an even harder time. I want to help people who are in tough situations however I can.”

Lieutenant

Charlene Forehand

City of Franklin Fire Department

Lieutenant Forehand is a supervisor in the Westhaven Fire Station/

Photo by Jennifer Bennhoff

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

Numerous mentors have helped me in my professional journey, and one thing I’ve heard time and again is how important it is to build a community of strong and meaningful relationships. That community is what makes our work valuable and what I enjoy most about my career. My mentors aren’t just colleagues in the workspace, they’re dear family friends. Also if you do the right thing and give 100 percent, you’ll never be disappointed. Even if things don’t work out the way you hope, you’ll know you did your best, and they’ll work out eventually!

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

I moved to this country from Bejar, Salamanca, Spain without knowing anyone. Early in my career, I worked for companies that folded or who had to let me go, and I surprised myself with my resilience. I had to figure out how to re-invent myself, how to keep striving and go on, despite the setbacks I’ve inevitably experienced. I was able to build a community and relationships in a new culture. I’m glad I was able to do that so well and keep moving forward.

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT LIVING WHERE WE DO?

A little bit of both. I was born in the countryside, so I gravitate towards nature to find balance and find myself. I also love what cities have to offer, the culture, music, entertainment, sports.  I’ve lived in six U.S. cities: Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York, Portland, Los Angeles and Nashville. I love living in Tennessee. The people are friendly, it’s a great sports community and a wonderful place to raise our family.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION! WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED?

I wish for people to really be able to accept themselves for who they are, their beauty, strengths and weaknesses, to have appreciation for themselves. I think that would provide the opportunity for everyone to accept others more freely. I want to raise my little girl [Luna, 20 months of sassiness!] with positivity and self-awareness, the ability to appreciate herself and appreciate others. We all play an important role.

“I wish for people to really be able to accept themselves for who they are, their beauty, strengths and weaknesses, to have appreciation for themselves.”

Cristina Maillo Belda

Vice President, Communications, Nashville Soccer Club

Cristina moved to the U.S. from Spain and has worked in six cities as a sports marketing professional/Photo by Jennifer Bennhoff

Full-time volunteer for the visual arts: Middle Tennessee Region Coordinator - Tennessee Watercolor Society (TnWS); Coordinator for the Art Colony, Franklin; Board Member of the Williamson County Arts Council and the Tennessee Art League

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

I’ve learned along the way in life and through volunteerism, when people of like interests come together, we build relationships, learn and grow.  A special song in my life is "What A Wonderful World" performed by Louis Armstrong. I love the lyrics. It takes you to a great spiritual place, above anything else going on in your life.

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

I was surprised the first time I took a leadership position in my children’s elementary school PTA. I followed them to school one day and seldom left. Schools desperately needed help in those days. I built a community of volunteers with programs. When asked by the principal how and why I did so much, I said, "God raised my hand.” I didn't know how to run PTA programs but I learned! I thought I was shy… hardly.

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT  LIVING WHERE WE DO?

I grew up in a small community in Clearwater, Florida. After several moves with my husband, Garry, work moved us to Williamson County. While I love and miss the gulf waters of Florida, I learned to love four seasons, hills and the glory of the landscape that Tennessee has to offer. Tennessee nature inspires my life and my art.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION! WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED?

My dream would be to find benefactors and lead the creation of an art hub and marketplace for our local community and artists across the state. Most smaller communities in Tennessee have them. Our state is rich with artists of every genre. We need walls and a roof to showcase the work of all kinds of artists, from new artists just getting started, to the most successful artists. We need space for mentoring, classes, socials, workshops and gallery walls … a Center for the Arts!

“We need space for mentoring, classes, socials, workshops and gallery walls … a Center for the Arts!”

Wendy L. Latimer

Wendy Latimer paints in her home studio overlooking a vast, hilly, green garden/Photo by Jennifer Bennhoff

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

One of my favorites is by Wilma Rudolph who overcame childhood polio and went on to become a world-record-holding Olympic champion: “My doctor told me I would never walk again. My mother told me I would. I believed my mother.” - Wilma Rudolph

I had the same kinda Mama. She believed I could do anything. Her love and belief empowered, inspired and motivated me her whole life.

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

When you go after your dreams you are always in motion, in your thoughts, in opportunities, in situations. Doors open, doors close. As long as you keep taking steps forward you never know what’s going to happen next. My friends will ask me how it's going and I’ll say, 'Just following the Yellow Brick Road!!!' By following the path I believe God has carved out for me, it’s always something surprising that blows my mind and is beyond my wildest dreams.

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT LIVING WHERE WE DO?

Living where we do is the best of both worlds. We live two miles from downtown Franklin, and our subdivision backs up to the Harpeth River, so there are huge fields behind our house that are floodplains. No houses can ever be built back there. There are paths, trails, woods, the river, and it feels like the country but we are close to everything. I have to add that I worked in downtown Nashville for 17 years and I loved, loved, loved the fast pace of the city. So I’m not sure what “mouse” I am.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION!  WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED?

My daughter and I talk about this all the time! I would wish to win the lottery. There are so many people we could help and change lives for the better. I don’t need another home or a different car, but there are people who do need things we sometimes take for granted. I would love to make a positive impact in the lives of others (and, if there was a small bit of money remaining, I would love to travel and see some of God’s beautiful creations).

“By following the path I believe God has carved out for me, it’s always something surprising that blows my mind and is beyond my wildest dreams.”

Margaret Ziegler Owner, Vintage 615

Photo by She Shee Photography

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

Calvert: If you think you can't accomplish something prove yourself wrong. This is something I tell myself as I’m not a risk taker, and opening this business was a huge undertaking; I was so nervous going into it. If it wasn't for Brenna, my sister, co-owner and best friend, giving me confidence and support, I might not have started this business. I’m so glad I did and I try to incorporate that motto into many things in my life.

Brenna: As a partial pessimist, I’ve never been attracted to quotes or motivational posters. The standard 'don't give up' has helped me achieve my goals. You can fall, you can stumble, or it can take longer than you hoped for. Just keep pushing and adjust as needed.

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

Brenna: Trying to balance the things that inspire me and what I 'thought' my business would look like while making sure our market is happy and covered. You can't be successful without being true to yourself, but you have to allow room for change when needed.

Calvert: In the beginning, there was so much to do and learn. We each had our strengths and I was surprised by how my confidence grew while growing the business, and that I’m able to manage the financial side to the extent that I do.

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT LIVING WHERE WE DO?

Brenna: I’m a farm girl at heart with nighttime city skyline dreams. We’re the rare fourth-generation Franklin natives and it's wild to see the changes, but I’m thankful that our hometown isn't a place we want to run away from.

Calvert: I’m a country mouse living in a city. I’ve watched Franklin go from a tiny little town surrounded by farmland to the growth that you see today. I like that I can share the history of this town and that my family is still here.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION! WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED?

Brenna: There’s a lot on the larger scale, but in my world, I would say that my family wouldn’t ever have to be without each other in our lives.

Calvert: That is easy. That my sons will get to live happy, healthy long lives.

“You can fall, you can stumble, or it can take longer than you hoped for. Just keep pushing and adjust as needed.”

– Brenna Gentry

Brenna Gentry and Calvert Gentry McMahan

Sisters and Co-owners of Luna Record Shop

Brenna (L) and Calvert Gentry in their Franklin Factory store, Luna Record Shop

WHAT FAVORITE QUOTE, ADVICE OR MOTTO HAS INSPIRED YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

This quote inspires every aspect of how I run CJ’s Off the Square. From the products and services we offer, to managing my team, and even the businesses we partner with. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what you say or even what you do. It’s how those actions are interpreted by your clients and guests. That’s what matters. Creating an environment of heartfelt hospitality is essential for me and my team. We want every client and guest to feel appreciated. We’re grateful for them and want them to know what they mean to us.

WHAT IS SOMETHING THAT SURPRISED YOU WHEN YOU SET OUT TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS?

I was surprised by how much paperwork is involved in running a business. It’s more than just having a good idea, finding customers, and delivering. There’s paperwork for taxes, licenses, employment forms, compliance, contracts and invoices. Being an employer is different from being an employee. Paperwork is where a lot of creative entrepreneurs get bogged down, but I’ve found that I’m pretty good at it. It gives my type-A personality a moment to shine!

ARE YOU A CITY MOUSE OR A COUNTRY MOUSE? WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT LIVING WHERE WE DO?

I lived in Hillsboro Village before moving to Franklin to start CJ’s Off the Square in 2004. While I love Nashville, I adore living and working in Franklin. There’s no place I’d rather be. From our charming historic district to the stunning countryside, there’s always something to do while being surrounded by the nicest people. People are so willing to help and are passionate and invested in our town. The amenities of Nashville are just up the road but coming home to Main Street is so special. I wouldn’t change it for the world.

AND HERE IT IS - THE ONE-WISH QUESTION! WHAT WOULD YOU MAKE HAPPEN, IF YOU HAD ONE WISH THAT COULD BE GRANTED?

Specifically for downtown Franklin, I wish there was a train service like the Music City Star for public transit between Franklin and Nashville. I understand this is challenging and expensive, but it would make such a difference for local small businesses that depend on visitors being able to easily access our shops, restaurants and venues. It would also lessen the traffic impact downtown. The easier we make it for people to visit, the more will come, and this benefits everyone in the long run.

"I wish there was a train service like the Music City Star for public transit between Franklin and Nashville. The easier we make it for people to visit, the more will come."

CJ Dickson

Founder & Creative Director, CJ’s Off the Square Weddings & Events

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Summer is approaching fast. Memorial Day on May 29 is the unofficial kickoff of the season’s brighter and warmer days to come. Gathering on this day is an annual tradition for many to pay tribute and honor the fallen, while celebrating the freedoms for which they gave their lives. Sharing seasonal favorite foods outdoors and raising a glass to the sunnier days ahead signals that it’s time for vacations, relaxed schedules, and trading in our boots for flip-flops.

Surprise your Memorial Day guests by serving the unexpected. A tasty Grilled Sausage Dog Bar is a fun alternative to typical burgers and hotdogs. Grill a few types of plump flavorful sausages and serve with hoagie or pretzel buns. Scatter small trays of sautéed savory peppers and onions along with bowls of zesty condiments around the table, allowing guests to create their own custom dogs. Summer Corn, Bacon and Zucchini Bake takes advantage of the return of bright fresh summer vegetables in this scrumptious side dish. Offer a pitcher of sparkly Watermelon Lime Beer Fizz; a refreshing crowd-pleaser that welcomes and invites guests in to mingle with others at a patio or beachside gathering.

Food has an extraordinary gift for bringing people together. This simple-to-prepare spread connects friends and family over a shared meal while remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us all.

GRILLED SAUSAGE DOG BAR

YIELD: 12 sausage dogs

• 1 dozen large sausage links (Mild Italian, Kielbasa, Bratwurst or others)

• Hoagie or pretzel buns

• Sautéed Peppers and Onions (recipe below)

CONDIMENT SUGGESTIONS:

Ketchup, Mustard, Hot dog relish, Warm cheese sauce, Shredded cheese, Jalapeños, Chili, Grilled pineapple, Diced red onion, Chopped pickles

DIRECTIONS:

1. Over medium heat on a grill, cover and cook sausages 10-12 minutes. Turn occasionally while cooking.

2. Serve with buns, Sautéed Peppers & Onions, and condiments.

SAUTÉED PEPPERS & ONIONS

• 6 bell peppers; green, red, yellow

• 2 sweet onions

• olive oil

DIRECTIONS:

• 3 tablespoons butter

• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

• salt and pepper

1. Slice all vegetables into ½” strips. Coat a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Add butter.

2. Add and sauté vegetables over medium heat for about 10 minutes until tender and beginning to brown.

3. Stir in balsamic vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with sausage dogs.

SUMMER CORN, BACON AND ZUCCHINI BAKE

YIELD: 8 servings

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 slices bacon, chopped into 1” pieces

• butter

• 1 sweet onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 3 cups fresh or frozen corn

• 3 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced ½” thick

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, divided

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• ¼ teaspoon sugar

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

• 1 cup freshly grated (not pre-grated) parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350º. Cook bacon pieces in a large cast iron skillet. Reserve 2 tablespoons of pan drippings in the skillet and drain bacon on paper towels.

2. Over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter to pan. Sauté onion 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, 1 tablespoon of butter, corn and zucchini.

3. Cook over medium heat 6-8 minutes until zucchini is tender crisp. Add 1 tablespoon of the thyme, salt, cayenne pepper, and sugar.

4. Stir in 1 cup of the mozzarella and the parmesan cheese.

5. Remove skillet from heat. Stir in half of the bacon pieces. Sprinkle top with remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese and remaining bacon pieces.

6. Bake 10-15 minutes to melt and slightly brown cheese.

7. Remove and sprinkle top with remaining thyme.

8. Serve warm in cast iron skillet.

WATERMELON LIME BEER FIZZ

YIELD: Batch makes 2 quarts

INGREDIENTS

• 2 pounds seedless watermelon cubes

• 1/3 cup simple syrup

• 1 cup watermelon schnapps

• 16 ounces frozen limeade concentrate, thawed

• 32 ounces lime beer, chilled

• Juice of 1 lime

• Ice for serving

• Lime wedges for garnish

DIRECTIONS

1. In a blender, puree watermelon cubes. Pour into a 2-quart pitcher.

2. Add the simple syrup, watermelon schnapps, and limeade concentrate. Stir well.

3. Pour in the lime beer and fresh lime juice, gently stirring to blend.

4. Garnish pitcher with lime wedge. Serve in individual glasses on ice with a wedge of lime.

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SISTERS DR. SOMI JAVAID AND KOMEL CARUSO’S QUEST TO CHANGE

WOMEN’S HEALTHCARE

True pioneers need a vision, determination, and the courage to challenge the status quo. Dr. Somi Javaid and Komel Caruso are no exception. This dynamic sister team is on a mission to change the women’s healthcare landscape.

Born and raised in Ohio, Somi and Komel did not envision that, one day, they would serve a fundamental role in the women’s healthcare revolution. Although Somi had always been interested in the field of medicine, it wasn’t until she was a pre-medical student at Northwestern University and a major family health scare solidified her decision. At the age of 45, her mother was rushed to a hospital for emergency quadruple bypass surgery. “Despite her constant plea for help in the days leading up to her surgery, my mother was told her chest pain, left arm pain, and shortness of breath were due to anxiety and caffeine consumption. No one listened to her as she described the classic symptoms of heart disease. We lost valuable time with my mother due to the repeated delays in her diagnosis,” notes Somi. From that point, Somi made it her life’s mission to advocate for women. She became an OBGYN, and later, a specialist in menopause and sexual healthcare.

As an OBGYN, Somi worked long and grueling hours. Typically, each patient appointment was slotted for 15 minutes, not nearly enough time to listen to concerns and offer comprehensive care. Frustrated with the broken healthcare system, Somi decided it was time for a change. She wrote up a business plan for a healthcare center focused on women’s needs and the first HerMD opened in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2015.

Komel, who was working in marketing and business development at the time,

(L to R:) Dr. Somi Javaid and Komel Caruso

"There is a big void to be filled." -- Dr. Somi Javaid

began consulting for HerMD, driving patients and national brand recognition to the first location. Somi and Komel noticed that once women learned of the unique HerMD model, which includes 20 to 60-minute appointments, they were willing to drive, even from another state, for an appointment. HerMD provides a “one-stop-shop” for patients seeking personalized care under one roof. In addition to specialized women’s healthcare, HerMD locations are equipped with phlebotomy, surgical, and imaging services. To top it off, HerMD offers medical aesthetics services, because many women who struggle with healthcare issues also struggle with aesthetic issues. HerMD prides itself on accessibility. “We accept most major insurance plans, so it makes the care affordable,” Caruso adds.

Somi and Komel decided to bring the HerMD model to women nationwide. Kathy Lai, joined them as one of the three co-founders of HerMD and provides financial and strategic expertise to the growing business. HerMD expanded to Crescent Springs, Kentucky in 2021 and although the odds were stacked against them being women and minorities, in 2022, the co-founders were able to fundraise $10 million for additional expansion efforts. HerMD has since opened locations right here in Franklin and in Carmel, Indiana. Another location is slated to open in New Jersey this summer.

In support of its goal to educate, empower and advocate for women, HerMD offers free educational events and multimedia resources, such as the HerMD podcast, HerVoice. Routine community events also occur at each HerMD market location. “There is a big void to be filled,” Somi says. “Only 20 percent of OBGYNs are trained in sexual health and menopause.” Komel further advises women to “find their tribe.” She encourages women to talk more about their healthcare issues and learn from one another. HerMD’s founders say they hope they can help eliminate gender disparity in healthcare, as well as the stigma surrounding women’s personal healthcare needs and topics historically considered “taboo.” HerMD.com

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If you’ve ever had to choose a real estate agent, you might find yourself wishing there was one in the family. B&G Properties is the next best thing. From the moment you meet Realtors Betsy Priddy and Gigi Spires, it’s like talking to members of your own family. Betsy and Gigi have only known each other for close to a year and a half. But you’d never know that just by talking to them. The two of them finish each other’s sentences like they’ve been the best of friends for 20 years. Betsy recalled that they were both already working at Benchmark Realty and preparing their marketing plans for the next year. “That’s when I met Gigi, and it was just fate,” she said.

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Similarly, both Betsy and Gigi had influences from their fathers that led them to careers in real estate. Betsy’s first inspiration was from researching titles for her father’s title company. After retail work for several years in different cities including owning her own store in Martin, Tennessee, she was invited by a friend to become a real estate agent, and the rest is history. Gigi’s father was a builder and realtor, and she had a love of houses from the beginning. She knew real estate was something she wanted to do after her children were grown. “I jumped in and haven’t looked back. I love it,” she says.

Betsy and Gigi pride themselves on being both personal and professional. They have a special way of getting to know their clients and becoming a part of their lives while still handling all the aspects of a real estate transaction professionally and with extreme attention to detail. According to Gigi, “We just like people. We cross all price structures. Everyone deserves the same attention, the same service, and the same results.” That’s why Betsy says a high number of her clients are repeat customers. And the best part is that they’re just plain fun. Laughter comes easy when they’re together.

They cherish their relationships with their clients and with each other. “We really enjoy being together and talking things through,” says Betsy. They each provide someone for the other to lean on when things get hectic. “It puts my mind at ease just knowing that, should something arise, I’ve got somebody who’s got my back and who’s going to help carry the load 'til I can carry it myself again,” says Gigi. That’s what will keep this twowoman team going strong for years to come. BandGPropertiesTn.com

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Singing Her Story Of Hope

A Christian Music Artist Healing Others Through Song

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“My goal is to really encourage people, and remind them that there’s always hope, regardless of the pain and the trials that we go through,” says Katy Nichole. She should know. A few years ago, she felt like giving up but says she heard God’s voice telling her He wasn’t done with her yet. She persevered, and today, at the age of 22, she’s a Christian music superstar who has accomplished her dream of singing at the Grand Ole Opry.

Her lyrics are deep and meaningful, and many of the words come from the despair and challenges she’s experienced. Katy Nichole was born with congenital scoliosis, and at the age of 15, had to have surgery to try to correct it. It left her in pain every single day which led to a deep depression and debilitating anxiety.

Another operation, along with her strong faith, brought Katy Nichole out of the darkness. “After the second back surgery, I had an encounter with the Lord and it was really like the light had come back into my life.”

She adds, “I know pain, I know struggle, and I know the feeling of hopelessness, so when I write songs, I write to reach the person who thinks that hope is gone and who maybe is in the middle of what I've been through. I want to make them feel like they're not alone in their struggles, whether it's me reminding them or the Lord speaking through my songs.”

Katy Nichole grew up singing in church choirs and always had an interest in music and being on stage. Her Grandma Jan, who is also a

singer, asked her to perform "Amazing Grace" with her one day. “I have a video of us singing together – it’s the sweetest thing,” she says. “She always encouraged me to sing.”

In 2020, on a whim, she posted herself singing one of her songs, "In Jesus Name (God of Possible)," on TikTok. She never could have foreseen what was about to happen. A few hours after posting, the video had over one million views.

In 2022, the song became the biggest hit of the decade on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart and stayed there for a record-breaking 20 weeks. Katy Nichole was also nominated for an American Music Award, co-hosted and performed on the GMA Dove Awards Pre-Telecast and saw another one of her songs, "God Is In This Story," hit number one as well last year.

In February, she launched her full-length debut album, Jesus Changed My Life, and has become one of Christian music’s fastest-rising artists. She is also set to release her third radio single, “Hold On.”

Her family, she says, gave her a solid foundation and the tools to have a relationship with the Lord. It’s this foundation and faith she relies on today to manage her meteoric rise to fame.

“I didn't expect my music to do what it did or even hit radio stations, and then suddenly, it's reached a lot of people,” says Katy Nichole. “I’m just taking in the ways that it's impacted people and brought healing into

“I love the history of Franklin and downtown Franklin.

The town has treated me well since moving here a year and a half ago. I’m really grateful to live here.”

their lives. I’m on a stage and I have a platform to be able to share my love of Jesus with so many. God has given me that opportunity.”

Last year, she toured venues across the country with Jeremy Camp, Matthew West and other Christian musicians on the K-LOVE Christmas Tour. “It's pretty surreal,” she says. “I’ve been able to meet the people who I’ve looked up

to for so long and I've made some friends. I’m really grateful for the way that I've been welcomed into a community of really good people.” This March, she began a 30-city tour.

“I definitely want to stick with it for as long as the Lord leads me to do so, but I would say that my greatest passion is in writing the music,” she says. “It’s where I find myself most alive.” KatyNichole.com

The Best Or Nothing

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOSH VAUGHN

If you spend enough time around car dealerships, like I do, you start to get a sense of the normal career path that people take in the world of car sales. There’s no set standard, of course, but across the board the hours are long, the work is tough and climbing the “corporate ladder” takes time. A lot of time. For Maryam Malikyar, the new General Manager at Mercedes-Benz of Nashville, her story is a bit different. Maryam is new to Nashville, fresh from running a top-performing import store in Fairfax, Virginia and she’s one of those rare people you just can’t help but like immediately. Enthusiastic, eager to laugh and genuinely interested in what you have to say.

Maryam’s meteoric ascent through the ranks of the car business started with a chance encounter. A woman who worked in management at a Chrysler Jeep and Dodge store met Maryam, spotted her potential,

and asked her if she’d ever thought about a career in the car business. The woman who would eventually become her mentor was persistent and reached out repeatedly over a few months to see if there was any interest. Maryam was young and at a bit of a crossroads in life and knowing nothing about cars, had never considered the automotive industry. She eventually took a leap, and like everyone else, she began in sales but after only six months transitioned into the finance office, filling in for those on their day off or on vacation. She jumped between a handful of dealerships within a dealer group, gaining insight and experience across the board with a variety of car brands.

I think we should take a moment to pause and reflect on the transition from sales to the finance office in only six months. Selling cars is hard - really hard, especially at the entry level. The turnover rate is extraordinary,

usually between 30 to 40 percent and sometimes higher. If you’re a superstar, they’ll start grooming you for finance after you’ve spent a year proving you can not only swim with the sharks and survive, but thrive. Some dealerships will wait even longer than a year, so if you’re good enough to transition in only six months, you’re already in the top one percent.

After cutting her teeth in finance for a year and a half, Maryam decided to treat herself to a brand new import sports car. While going through the buying process, they found out she worked in the car business, spotted her potential and professionalism and offered her a job. When you and I go to buy a car, we leave with some paperwork and a monthly payment. Maryam left that day with a new car and a promotion.

After 13 years of successful leadership, Maryam is now the General Manager at Mercedes-Benz of Nashville and ready to bring her enthusiasm and experience to Music City. I asked her what makes MBofNashville stand out from the competition. “The only thing that’s going to set you apart from the competition is the customer experience. The single most important 'make or break’ is what people think about you - reputation and guest experience is everything.”

She’s a firm believer in playing the long game, investing in customer relationships and taking care of each and every person who walks in the door. It is immediately apparent that her

ethos has already been passed down to everyone else at the dealership. When I first walked in the door at MBofNashville everyone was very friendly and quick to help point me in the right direction.

I asked Maryam what, in her mind, sets Mercedes-Benz apart from the rest of the automotive industry and she said, “The Mercedes tagline is ‘the best or nothing’ and they really take it seriously. Mercedes is classic and traditional all at the same time.” She went on to point out that Mercedes has arguably the largest target audience of any other car brand. Everything from Super Sports cars to luxury limousines, from delivery vans to off-road G Wagons and entry level ‘first cars’ to futuristic next generation electric cars.

I concluded my conversation with Maryam by asking her what advice she would have if she met a young woman who was at a crossroads in life, knew nothing about cars but had obvious potential.

“Are you good at your job? Do you care about your customers? Are you a hard worker? Are you good for culture? Are you a good fit for the team? Are you intimidated? If so, don’t be.”

She went on to say that aside from her mentor she didn’t have many women to look up to in upper management when she first started her career, “These [management] jobs are achievable. Seeing is believing. You just have to go get it.”

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“The Mercedes tagline is ‘the best or nothing’ and they really take it seriously. Mercedes is classic and traditional all at the same time.”

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On Or Off The Court

ARTICLE BY MARIA DINOIA | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TERESA GINN

Some say that tennis is the most influential sport in the fashion world, and tennis fashion used to simply be about what you wore on the court. But in recent years, with the advent of athleisure wear, and even brands specifically dedicated to it, sports attire is having a moment. Activewear is now not only just for the gym or the court, as many styles have evolved into everyday wear. Stretchy clothes that are cut to allow maximum flexibility and freedom, while being fashion-forward are just as perfect off the court as they are on it.

Tennis style has evolved from the all-white Wimbledon dresses to more color and fabrics that are sweat-wicking, breathable, performance-wear, UPF-rated, etc. and more importantly, both comfortable and aesthetically appealing.

We asked the experts at The Tennis Store for their recommendations on some fun and trendy new styles to wear while playing or running errands around town. So put down that racquet, get comfortable and don’t be afraid to step out in laid back style, because athleisure wear isn't going anywhere.

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TENNIS FASHION IS HAVING ITS MOMENT

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Holistic Care For The Whole Family

Grassroots Health & Wellness

ARTICLE BY JESSICA WAYMAN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES WILLIAMS

Someone who is exploring the idea of receiving chiropractic care for the first time may be surprised to learn that it’s more than just adjustments and treating pain - much more, indeed. Grassroots Health and Wellness is centered around a holistic approach to care and treatment for the whole family. When a patient receives a specific chiropractic adjustment, it involves removing interference to the nervous system so that the body may innately do what it is designed to do on its own. Most patients of Grassroots report that not only do they feel better as a whole, but they also experience fewer symptoms of allergies, digestive issues, anxiety, insomnia, and more.

Dr. Nicole Barton has been providing care at Grassroots Health and Wellness since she opened the practice in 2021. Originally from

Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Barton received her degree in nursing and worked in emergency medicine and pediatrics. There, she also received her degree in massage therapy and a Bachelor’s in Nutrition before moving to Orlando, Florida where she graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida campus in 2016. She is also trained and certified in different specialties such as functional medicine which looks at a patient’s diet and lifestyle habits and makes modifications to solve an issue at the root of the problem. Additionally, Dr. Barton is currently becoming certified in the Mariwise fertility program which she says helps women achieve the ability to conceive.

Last October, two new chiropractic physicians joined the team – Dr. Korey Sheridan and Dr. Molly Stevens. Dr. Korey grew up in

Dr. Molly Stevens, Dr. Nicole Barton and Dr. Korey Sheridan

Kentucky and moved to South Carolina where she graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic before moving to Tennessee. Dr. Molly is from Napa Valley, California and received her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Pre Med studies from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Parker Chiropractic University in Dallas, Texas. All three physicians are Webster-certified – a specific technique that is used to improve pregnancy, labor, delivery and more. With tables made especially for pregnant women, doctors access the pelvis and sacrum to assure they are in alignment. According to Dr. Barton, the biggest goals for most moms-to-be that visit the office are to be more comfortable during their pregnancy and to have a quick labor. “We’ve done studies throughout multiple pregnant patients that report their labors – even first-time moms – are anywhere from eight hours or less,” she says.

Grassroots is hardly just for expectant mothers. They see patients ranging from infants to the elderly, from children to mothers and fathers. “We see everybody. A family that stays well together and conquers their immune system together typically can feel better overall in general,” says Dr. Barton. They typically see children for issues with allergies, sleep, bed-wetting or mood dysregulation, using fingertip pressure or a device called an activator – a very gentle, low-force adjustment tool that is painless. They also address symptoms of disorders such as autism and ADHD.

Dr. Barton and her staff offer a wide variety of techniques. They support cupping techniques for a sore neck or a pulled muscle, and lymphatic treatments which the team states can help with swelling and discomfort. They practice cranial sacral therapy as well for latching purposes in babies or to help calm the nervous system. They provide specific chiropractic adjustments for every type of body. Whether you want something a little gentler or a bit firmer, they can accommodate all needs.

One-on-one care tailored to each individual is what makes Grassroots unique. Most patients visit Grassroots Health and Wellness as part of a preventative wellness routine to maintain their health. Dr. Barton and her staff are happy to help you design your treatment. Don’t forget at your next visit to say hello to Stella the “Dog-tor” and Dooley, Dr. Barton’s French bulldogs and office mascots!

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Every Woman's Dream

ADVENTURES WITH A HOUSE HUBBY

ARTICLE BY KIMBERLY BLAKER

I was one of those lucky women whose husband helped around the house. But I still remember trying to convince him to assist the first few years of our marriage when the kids were little, and I was working full-time.

I became so desperate, one day I calculated on paper the total time I expended daily for every little task. Changing diapers – forty-five minutes; laundry - an hour; picking up the house - two hours twenty minutes; errands – an hour and a half; feeding our newborn - three hours; and so on. By the time I compiled the list, I was exhausted just thinking about it. But my list brought about a seemingly miraculous change.

Suddenly, my couch potato was buying groceries, folding clothes, and many other household duties. He was becoming the perfect Mr. Mom.

Of course, I had no clue what I was getting into. Our grocery bill quickly doubled; every meal was a full-blown buffet. My five-year-old daughter was soon asking why my shirts were hanging in her closet. As for the kitchen, it was unrecognizable. I now had my very own Chef De' la Clutz.

One day upon entering the kitchen, I instantly froze from the cyclone that had hit. The entire room was coated with dry pancake mix as if the box had exploded. Immobilized from the sight, I discovered the secrets to my husband's gourmet meals. He’d grab the handle of the frying pan, and with a quick upward jerk, 10 sausages were doing acrobats through the air as their oily perspiration splattered the kitchen walls.

Next, preparing the pancakes, I nearly mistook my husband for my five-year-old learning to pour as batter spilled over the edges of the skillet. I continued to watch in awe, finally catching a breath of relief as he began to clean up.

The relief, however, was only temporary. He grabbed the dishcloth, ran it under cold water, and began mopping the counter; I guess his mother never taught him to ring out the dishcloth. As he sloshed the water around the counter, it ran down the cabinets. Not to worry though, our brand new carpet would absorb the overflow.

I could watch no more. I finally offered my help to finish cleaning the mess, and my hubby eagerly obliged. He then rinsed his hands under the faucet and shook them over the soon-to-beeaten meal. I suppose it would have been too much to ask him to use one of the seven dishtowels he had strewn about the kitchen.

As he left the wreckage, I wiped the perspiration from my forehead. Following dinner, I spent no less than an hour cleaning the disaster zone. This led to more calculations. If I had prepared the meal, it would have taken 30 minutes and the cleaning another 15. I’d have completed the task in a record time of 45 minutes. How was it possible to have enlisted his help and then have to spend more time in the kitchen?

Luckily, he did finally catch on. Or maybe I just didn’t allow him to do quite as much while closing my eyes to the rest. Still, I tried to keep in mind the sincerity behind his helpfulness is what mattered most. By the time our kids were grown, he did have the housework techniques skillfully mastered.

So if you're struggling to get your husband's help around the house, give my calculation method a shot. Once he begins to pitch in, just take plenty of deep breaths. Though it may take a while to train him, the eventual reward is worth the agony and wait.

"Immobilized from the sight, I discovered the secrets to my husband's gourmet meals."

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“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young.”

- Henry Ford

L to R: Jessica McNeil, FNP-C and Taya Reeves

Photo by Sarah Mackenzie Photography

The Aesthetic Parlour Team’s Journey from Patient to Partners

ARTICLE BY KELLIE WALTON BENZ | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES WILLIAMS

In 2020, aesthetic appointments with Jessica McNeil, FNP-C, were on Taya Reeves’ lengthy pre-wedding to-do list for both herself and her mom.

“My mom was very apprehensive,” Taya recalls, noting her hesitation about receiving any aesthetic treatments. “Jess went over her aesthetic treatment plan and gave us peace of mind. I always really appreciate that my mom was so comfortable and finally did something she’d been wanting to do forever.”

Prior to entering the field of aesthetics, Jess came from a robust medical background, working in the Vanderbilt emergency department, the cardiac cath lab and even as an internal medicine provider in West Tennessee. With a collection of degrees under her belt, Jess ultimately worked in regenerative care for a chiropractic practice, launching her interest in aesthetic medicine.

“If you told me 10 years ago that I would’ve ventured into aesthetics, I probably would’ve laughed,” Jess shares. “The places that I’ve worked in have been fast-paced, high-volume, very acutely-ill patients. I started learning about aesthetics in 2018 and my desire to know more grew. It wasn’t about seeing where we could stick a syringe of filler. It was more about reversing the signs of aging and helping the patient look the most youthful version of themselves.”

Taya continued her appointments with Jess, and the pair forged a friendship that would lead to Taya accepting a part-time position following the reduction of work in the music industry during the pandemic. Ultimately, Jess and Taya decided to launch their joint brand in downtown Franklin, The Aesthetic Parlour.

“We’re not just focused on the business part, aesthetics is actually a specialty of medicine,” Jess adds. “During a consultation, we sit down and discuss their past medical history, such as medical conditions, surgical history, allergies, daily prescribed medication, as well as over-the-counter medications. This information is so important for me to know so I can provide them with safe care.”

The medical requirements for injectors vary from state to state, but having a provider that understands the full scope of healthcare, medications, allergies, and beyond, is imperative when researching options. This was learned by Taya firsthand following her mother’s initial consultation and the attention to medical history beyond aesthetics and further piqued her interest in continuing education.

“I was used to working with fast-paced private and corporate companies, so I was prepared to handle the business aspects when we opened,” Taya shares. “Working alongside

Jessica, I developed a love for the clinical side and was inspired to go to nursing school.”

Taya is currently enrolled in nursing school to further expand the education behind the Aesthetic Parlour team.

“When patients come in for their appointment, we’re very welcoming and comforting,” Jess says. “Building a rapport between patient and provider is huge for us. For the majority of our patients, we know them well, it’s more of a personal experience.”

When booking an appointment with the Aesthetic Parlour, patients can expect an initial consultation and a treatment plan tailored to their individual needs, which includes medical-grade skincare, HydraFacial's, microneedling and injectables. The team is the only practice in downtown Franklin to offer PDO thread lifts, an innovative method to tighten and lift skin.

Photo by Sarah Mackenzie Photography

“Aesthetics has changed over the years,” Jess adds. “It’s not where you can stick filler here and there. It’s about contouring and balancing the face. Over time, people have treated the symptoms but not the underlying cause, but it’s more about balance, maintaining a youthful appearance and helping patients feel their best.”

Part of the Aesthetic Parlour’s tailored approach involves consulting on options that may not be suited for a particular patient, face type or problem area.

“Not everyone is a candidate for every treatment,” Jess shares. “With my past history working as a bedside nurse and in internal medicine, I have knowledge of the different types of health conditions for me to be able to recognize and correlate treatment tailored to my patients.”

Jess and Taya also feel strongly about educating every patient about the unrealistic standards set forth by social media and other external factors, focusing on enhancing each patient’s unique features rather than fitting into an unrealistic mold.

“We’ve helped a lot of patients over the years learn how to love themselves,” Jess adds.

The Aesthetic Parlour is located in downtown Franklin and is accepting patients for a full suite of services. For more information or to book an appointment, visit TheAestheticParlour.com

“Aesthetics has changed over the years. It’s not where you can stick filler here and there. It’s about contouring and balancing the face."

Photo by Sarah Mackenzie Photography

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Happily

Mary

Lawless Lee

The Happily Grey Lifestyle and Fashion Blogger Shares Her Passion

ARTICLE BY MARIA DINOIA | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Photo by Jessica Steddom

Mary Lawless Lee dedicates her life to living creatively. Recognizing her penchant for originality and ingenuity, a career as an ICU nurse eventually gave way to a career as a creator. "I  was never in this pursuit of 'I need to change careers' or 'I'm looking for a different path.' My love for writing is what really started my journey and creating my own blog as a creative outlet. Because I only worked three days a week as a nurse, I started writing on my off days. And I paid my friend $50 to create a website. I named it Happily Grey. This was {11 years ago} before blogging was a thing, Instagram and Pinterest had just launched, and it was this new idea. But really that was not where my motivation was at all. It was just my love for writing. And I also loved fashion. So I was writing about fashion as a creative outlet, something that kind of took the edge off of having a job in critical care and the intensity around it."

Lee continues, "What started as an organic creative outlook, evolved into a full-time strategic lifestyle brand. And as my life unfolded new chapters, I entered new genres of content and started writing about those different types of content - travel, interiors, skincare, beauty, and now most recently, mom and baby. And the transition from really finally quitting nursing and doing this full-time was hard and slow for me. My manager at Vanderbilt called me and was basically the one that was like, 'Hey, I think you need to quit and go do what you're doing.'"

It wasn't an easy decision for Lee, but she says, "That was the push that I needed because I always loved patient care and I still have a deep love for it and respect for it. So it was not an overnight process. There was an evolution to it for sure. And the social blogger influencer space was very unknown. My parents

were like, 'What are you doing? We paid for a degree.'"

Money well spent. While Lee's career may not be in the degree her parents paid for, there is no doubt that she's thriving. In addition to her success as an influencer and fashion mogul, she launched her own skincare line, Nemah, with her husband, Madison, and released her first book last November,  Happily Grey: Stories, Souvenirs, and Everyday Wonders from the

Life in Between

Lee says, "Happily Grey is half memoir, half coffee table book. There are a lot of design aspects in it because I feel like my brand is so rooted in design, but it also is very intimate. Actually, the storyline of it was more intimate than what I even set out to do. It encompasses 12 short stories, and they're all about the lessons that I've learned as a little girl, as a business owner, as a mother, and as a wife. Some are funny,

Photo by Jessica Steddom

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some are really hard to read through, but it's really my heart and soul all in one."

The same can be said of the Lees' skincare line, Nemah. "When I became a mother, the light bulb went off. It was really clear to me, especially coming from a background of nursing and taking care of people, and patient care being such a passion of mine, when I became a mother, I was looking for these high-quality, beautifully-designed integrity products, and I couldn't get my hands on them. And then I started having the same conversation with my online community, asking other mothers, 'What are you using that's clean, that's safe, that's effective?" And I could not believe the disparity in the category. And so that was really where the idea was born because I wanted to be able to apply my science background and my patient care background to this digital world. We set out two years ago, working with a manufacturer in Europe, in Spain, and we started developing the formulas and the products that I knew didn't exist. And that started with the stretch cream." Lee's 16-month-old daughter at the time, Navy, couldn't say 'mama,' so she called Lee 'nemah.' She googled it and learned nemah means God's gift in Arabic. "I was like 'There we go. It was a chills moment for sure."

Which begs the question, where did the Happily Grey name come from? Lee says, "A lot of people think that it means that I love muted colors only,

or it's a nod to aging." But Lee explains, "I grew up in a very small town, very conservative, and very appreciative for the morals and values that I grew up with. As a little girl, I felt a lot, I took on a lot, and I kind of created this life for me that was black or white. Life had to be this way or that way. And there wasn't any operating outside these lines or these boxes. But as I got older, I realized that life doesn't always make sense, and things don't always end the way we think they should. I realized during that time that life is actually really gray. And I found relief in that. I found this comfort and safety knowing that it didn't have to always be this or that. And I don't always have to make sense of it, or I don't always have to figure it out. And so this gray area can be a period of learning and a period of creativity. That's where I found my happy space and where I felt the most creative. So that's why I decided to name my blog and my book, Happily Grey."

How does this busy mother of three balance it all? "It's really the women that I work with. I have a team of eight other people, and there's just no way I could do anything of what I do if it wasn't for them. And not just the physical aspect, but the emotional support and the mental support. I'm very lucky, because we have a great group of women that love each other, are motivated and inspired, and we all listen to each other. That's a huge part of it. It sounds simple and easy, but it's not." ShopHappilyGrey.com

"I HOPE THAT WHEN PEOPLE ARE READING, OR WHEN PEOPLE ARE IN OUR STORE PHYSICALLY EXPERIENCING THE BRAND, THAT THERE IS THIS SENSE OF DISCOVERY AND CREATIVITY THAT THEY HAVE NOT SEEN ELSEWHERE."

The Philanthropy Behind the Furniture

Sara Young

SARA SELLS

ARTICLE BY KELLIE WALTON BENZ | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

In 2017, Sara Young tapped into a passion she’d held since childhood, and nearly six years later, she’s behind a monthly event that is redefining the furniture shopping experience.

“The aesthetics, the home decor, the beautiful side of what we do has been a passion of mine since I was young,” Sara shares. “I rearranged my room all the time and wanted things to look nice. As I got older, I was a single mom, and even though I didn’t have the resources at the time to buy those nice pieces, I would still find them secondhand.”

Sara began selling overstocks and closeout pieces at a small markup out of her garage, soon realizing there was a market for the everyday consumer looking for high-quality pieces at a reasonable price. After successfully operating at home for two years, Sara expanded Sara Sells to a warehouse model, beginning with a flagship location in College Grove, Tennessee.

With a curated collection of items up to 60 percent less than traditional retail pricing, the Sara Sells warehouse – which has now expanded to

additional locations in Memphis and Birmingham – hosts a shopping event open to the public once a month.

“For a customer coming out, they can expect a high energy furniture shopping experience where people start lining up pretty early, especially in Nashville.” Sara adds, “It’s an exciting monthly event where they can shop and take everything home that day!” Sara Sells also offers local delivery and alternate pick-up days.

To add to the excitement of customers' impending shopping spree, Sara Sells hosts coffee and food vendors onsite before doors open and during the event. On any given month, up to 1,500 shoppers come through the warehouse.

While the affordable price point on furniture that’s just hitting the market is the primary reason for Sara Sells’ success, Sara and her team remain committed to giving back to their communities. “We feel so fortunate to be a part of these communities and feel it’s our responsibility to give back and show support where possible,” she adds.

Forging long-term partnerships with groups like Mercy Multiplied, a non-profit residential program for women ages 13 to 32, Narrow Gate, a similar organization tailored toward young men, and foster care outreach through The Village, Sara Sells contributes monthly monetary donations, regularly employs program participants and provides furniture and resources whenever needed. “It’s the heart of our business to give back. We strive to operate with open hands and help meet the needs of the communities we’re in,” Sara shares. “It’s such a big part of what we do.”

With philanthropy always at the core, Sara Sells looks toward the future in an effort to continue helping consumers find affordable, beautiful pieces and giving back to the community wherever possible. Moving from her garage to 30,000 square-foot warehouses in three cities in just six years, it’s no wonder expansion is looming. “Growth is always on the horizon,” Sara teases. “We are currently scouting our fourth location and will be launching our Trade Program within the next few months.” The Trade Program will better support designers, builders and other professionals in the space by offering easier access and more opportunities to procure pieces beyond the monthly warehouse sale.

To stay up-to-date on this and other exciting announcements to come, including the sale dates, times and future locations, keep up with Sara Sells on Instagram (@sarasells) and online at SaraSells.com .

L to R: Chandler Stephens, Warehouse Manager, Sara Young, Alexis Opperman, Nashville Director, Ashley Metkler, Showroom Manager

The Road Less Traveled

Secondary Summer Destinations to Discover

Travelers are as eager as ever to explore the ‘roads less traveled.’ The draw for smaller cities and towns like Bristol, Virginia, Chattanooga, Tennessee, Mobile, Alabama and Charleston/Folly Beach, South Carolina, often boast the quaint streets, thriving art and music scenes, outdoor adventures and boutique shops that visitors can’t experience in the same intimate way in a big city.

DESTINATION: CHATTANOOGA

Why Chattanooga? : For those looking for the next Nashville with a lesser crowd, enter Chattanooga. Just a two-hour drive from Atlanta, Nashville, Birmingham and Knoxville, Chattanooga is the perfect destination.

Think: Outdoor adventures (Ruby Falls, water activities, whitewater rafting, hiking, etc), countless breweries, distilleries and wineries, and a plethora of live music — including the Riverbend Music Festival in early June.

Where to Stay: The Read House - the 150-year-old historic Chattanooga hotel specializes in 1920s splendor while catering to modern tastes. The 241-room getaway boasts Great Gatsby living with soaring lobby ceilings, dramatic chandeliers and gleaming wood-clad walls - topped off with the decadent steakhouse, Bridgeman’s and speakeasy vibe bar, Bar & Billiards. TheReadHouseHotel.com

DESTINATION: BRISTOL

Why Bristol?: Bristol, Virginia is most well-known for the Bristol Motor Speedway, but the city has plenty more to offer for fans that enjoy more than the high-speed sport.

Think: Lively music scene (birthplace of country music!), Country Music Museum, photo ops at the famous Bristol sign (located on

The Read House Hotel

the border of Tennessee and Virginia), Bristol Caverns and Appalachian Caverns, miles of hiking trails, etc.

Where to Stay: The Inn at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards - Situated on the grounds of the family-owned Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards, this luxury boutique property features 28 luxury rooms and suites, nine standalone yurts and Hickory, the signature restaurant led by acclaimed Chef Travis Milton, offering exquisite, locally sourced Appalachian cuisine paired with wines grown right on property. NiceWonderFarm.com

DESTINATION: MOBILE

Why Mobile?: This funky and colorful coastal town has a vibrant 300-year history with plenty of stories to tell and long-standing traditions.

The Inn At Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards

The Admiral Hotel The Vendue

Think:  Endless celebrations as the birthplace of Mardi Gras in the U.S., a lively nightlife on Dauphin Street, wildlife scene at the Gator Boardwalk, historical destinations at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and more.

Where to Stay:  The Admiral, located just steps from Mobile's Entertainment District, brings the artistic flair and lively ambience from downtown right into the hotel, featuring 156 guest rooms and suites and a resort-style pool and pool deck. TheAdmiralHotel.com

Destination: Charleston, SC

Why Charleston?: Charleston may have experienced more popularity in recent years, but the city remains quaint in nature and continues to sweep visitors off their feet with its undeniable Southern charm.

Think: Historic King Street, Rainbow Row, eclectic cuisine, 30 minutes from the beach.

Where to Stay: When in downtown Charleston, stay at The Vendue, Charleston’s first arts hotel boasting over 200 works of original art, that brings true hospitality magic to the south through surprise and delight moments that dot each guest's stay. Thirty minutes from downtown, Tides Folly Beach is one of the only waterfront hotels in the area, which offers an idyllic seaside location and two coastal dining experiences with Blu Beach Bar and Grill or Pier 101 Restaurant & Bar, serving the freshest seafood and beach favorites. TheVendue.com | TidesFollyBeach.com

ARTICLE BY MARIA DINOIA PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

The Vendue rooftop overlooking Charleston.

RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND PLANNING

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Our firm specializes in the design of Custom and Single Family Homes, Renovations, Commercial and Multi-family Residential, Community Planning and Show Homes.

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GARDEN TO GLASS

DIY COCKTAILS WITH FRESH HERBS

Nothing says spring like the aroma of fresh cut herbs in a crisp, cold, cocktail. With warmer weather finally here, growing herbs at home can transform your cocktail hour and add a fresh kick to your springtime favorites.

Growing herbs is incredibly easy and can be done in a variety of ways- from a container in a window, to a planter box in the yard. With a container or garden full of fresh herbs, you will be ready to take your cocktails up a notch.

Basil is a bright herb that is easy to grow and perfect for cocktails. Make sure and harvest immediately before mixing drinks and take leaves from the top to ensure a continual harvest. Fresh muddled basil leaves lend a crispness to the Gin Basil Cucumber cocktail.

Sage is easy to grow and does well in containers. The leaves add an earthy freshness to a refreshing cherry infused Bourbon.

Mint is also easy to grow, but give it lots of room, as it likes to spread out and is virtually indestructible in the garden. Mint is a versatile herb but is especially lovely in the Rhubarb Mint Mojito.

Try recreating these refreshing cocktails with herbs grown at home and take your cocktail game to new heights!

ARTICLE BY TARA NORRIS

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADALYN SINCLAIR

MR. BROWN INGREDIENTS

• 2 oz. cherry-sage infused Bourbon

• 0.75 oz. apple brandy or apple jack brandy

DIRECTIONS

• Place over an ice ball in an old fashion glass

• Top with ginger beer and garnish with Bordeaux cherries and leaf of sage

RHUBARB MINT MOJITO

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 oz. white rum

• 1 oz. rhubarb puree (2 cups rhubarb, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water)

• 0.5 oz. fresh lime juice

• 8-10 fresh mint leaves

• soda water

• lemon lime soda

• ice

DIRECTIONS:

• Muddle mint, lime juice, and rhubarb puree in a glass or small cocktail shaker

• Once muddled, add the white rum and ice

• Top with large cocktail shaker and shake for a few seconds

• Remove large shaker and pour everything into a glass

• Top with more ice

• Add soda water and lemon-lime soda (equal parts to your liking)

• Garnish with mint leaf and lime wheel

GIN BASIL CUCUMBER

INGREDIENTS

• 2-3 fresh basil leaves

• 0.5 oz. fresh lime juice

• 0.25 oz. simple syrup

• 2-3 cucumber slices

• 2 oz. gin

• tonic water

DIRECTIONS

• Muddle basil, lime juice, simple syrup and cucumber slices together in a small cocktail shaker

• Add gin and ice to cocktail shaker

• Shake well

• Strain over an ice ball

• Top with tonic water and garnish with basil leaf and a cucumber slice

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Make an Impact for Mom

Memorable ways to celebrate the mother figure in your life

The moms and the mother figures in our lives mean everything to us. They deserve the best every day, of course. But at least one day out of the year, we get to shower them with the same love and thoughtfulness they give to us so selflessly.

This year, we hope you’ll consider some memorable ways to make lasting memories with the mom or mother figure in your life. If you haven’t already planned something special, take a look at our list of ideas and circle your favorites. If you have kids, let them join in the fun too!

Whether you decide to spend a day at home or enjoy a day on the town, these innovative celebration ideas will include fun for the whole family and make Mom feel loved. Whatever activity or surprise you land on to show your mom, wife, sister or maternal figure your appreciation for all they do, the most important thing is that you all get to spend some quality time together.

Take a Flower Arranging Class

Mother’s Day arrives just as spring is in full bloom. Take advantage of the season by going to a flower arranging class with mom.

Plan a Spa Day For Her and Her Friends

Mom will truly appreciate you going out of your way to set her up with a massage or facial appointment. Invite her friends along, too!

Craft the Perfect Playlist

Songs about mothers and mom’s favorite songs can come together into the perfect playlist to put on during brunch or dinner. You can either make it for her or take turns being DJ and alternate picks.

Have a Make-Your-Own Pizza Party

DIY pizza: It’s a craft (depending on how artfully you place the toppings), an activity and a meal all at once! Start with basic pizza dough, then everyone gets to add their favorite toppings. Mom gets the first pick, of course.

Hold a Lawn-Game Tournament

Croquet, cornhole, bocce, outdoor Jenga or horseshoes — what’s your family’s game of choice? Split into teams and drum up some friendly rivalry — while soaking in rays — with a backyard challenge. Make it an annual event, and pass around a trophy to the winner each year.

Visit an Amusement Park

For the mom who’s always seeking adventure, a trip to your nearest amusement park will be a welcome surprise. Not only will you be able to treat her to her fill of funnel cakes and caramel corn, but she’ll enjoy all the rides and attractions her heart desires. If you ask us, it’s a win-win.

Have a Backyard BBQ

Sure, backyard barbecues are often associated with Father’s Day, but Mom loves her burgers and dogs, too, so why should Dad get all the fun? If the weather cooperates, fire up the grill!

Make Something Totally Unique

If you do a DIY craft project, write a poem or come up with a silly dance, you know mom will love it because it is 100% you. No one can one-up a one-of-a-kind experience! You can make them for her and present them to her, or involve her in their creation.

Spruce Up The Garden

Gardeners know that Mother’s Day is the perfect time to start planting seeds. Get the whole family outside and dig in the dirt together. Every time she sees them, she’ll be reminded of the special day — it’s the gift that keeps on giving! Some flowers that are fairly easy to maintain include sunflowers, marigolds and sweet peas.

Make Pottery

Not only will you leave with a one-of-a-kind piece, but you’ll also be able to bond as you explore a new activity.

Head to the Farmers Market

There’s nothing like waking up with the sun and going to the farmer’s market on the weekend. Pick fresh produce and discover new favorites with mom, coffee in hand.

Watch Home Movies

Whether this involves digitizing old VHS tapes or getting video files off your phone and onto the TV, dig into the family archives and host a home-movie marathon. She’ll get emotional seeing how much everyone has grown.

Check Something Off Her To-Do List

Dad knows - Mom has a to-do list a mile long. Whether it’s tasks around the house or a DIY project, find out what has been nagging Mom and help her cross it off her list by doing it for her!

Play a Family Board Game

If Mom likes strategizing, challenge her to a friendly board game competition. (And, no, you don’t have to let her win just because it’s Mother’s Day.)

Pick Your Own Fruit

This activity is especially fun if you have a lot of kids who want to get in on the action. Then, when you all get home, you can whip up a treat for Mom with your selections. (Maybe give her a strawberry in a Champagne glass while she waits.)

Book Her a Weekend Away

There’s no day like Mother’s Day to be impulsive! Book a weekend trip for the two of you at a cute B&B in a city Mom has always wanted to visit.

Complete a Jigsaw Puzzle

Get Theater Tickets

Go to a play or a musical — lots of towns even host outdoor theater events.

Find a puzzle with an image you know your mom will love (or make a custom one using a photo of the two of you) and put it together over wine and snacks. You’ll be amazed at how much chatting you can get done while puzzling. 20

Invite Her To High Tea

Whether you make the brews and treats yourself or head out to an official tea house, Mom will love sipping her beverage out of fancy china and snacking on tea sandwiches.

Planting Spring Flowers

Helpful tips for planting spring flowers

Sun-Loving Plants:

Spring is here! We compiled a list of flowers that - depending on your planting zone - can be planted in the season.

Plumbago

Has beautiful dark blue or white flowers on a large shrub of 3 to 5 feet. This tends to freeze down in winter and comes back from roots in the spring.

Hibiscus

The tropical variety will not survive the winters so move those pots inside. The plant can get up to 5 feet tall and there are many different colors and varieties. The perennial varieties will freeze to the ground but come back in the spring. The variety Moy Grande is known as the dinner plate hibiscus. The Texas star hibiscus has beautiful flowers in red or white.

Bougainvillea

These colorful plants can be planted in baskets and pots, not in water-logged or low areas where water might collect. They will grow best when given enough space to spread out, and should be planted in an area that will allow them a minimum of 5-6 hours of sunlight every day. Colors include orange, pink, purple, white, red, tangerine and fuschia to name a few.

Purslane

This is great in baskets for trailing leaves with lots of colors. The bees love it!

Butterfly Weed

This 3 to 4-foot bush is a must for monarch lovers. Monarchs feed on the leaves before making their cocoons. It has beautiful orange and yellow flowers.

Lantana

This is a great hot weather plant that comes in many colors and varieties. Trailing varieties only get about 1 foot tall but can get 3 to 4 feet wide. There are bush varieties that get 4 feet tall and dwarf bushes only get about 2 feet tall. It comes in yellows, purples, reds, oranges, pinks, fuschia, and many others.

Greggs Blue Mist

This fuzzy light blue flower is a butterfly favorite.

Pentas

This is another bee and butterfly favorite that grows about 10 to 12 inches tall. There is a graffiti variety in different colors that works in beds or pots.

Vinca/Periwinkle

This plant comes in upright or trailing varieties. There are many colors to choose from: lavender, white with a red center, peach, white and red pink to strawberry.

Sages

There are many varieties of sage. The Texas sage is a shrub that has beautiful lavender flowers - a favorite for bees. They usually bloom around the time it rains. Henry Duelberg variety is a smaller bush 18 to 20 inches tall with blue stalks of blooms. Russian Sage is a tall silver lacey foliage with light blue flower spikes and grows to 4 feet tall. Deer tend to stay away from most of the sages.

ARTICLE BY LORI HAWKINS

Shade-Loving Plants:

Turk’s Cap

This plant makes a large bush of red or pink flowers. It has low water needs once established and can tolerate drought conditions and hot temperatures. Prune back plant in winter if it gets too leggy.

Impatiens

These need more water than most other plants and come in many colors. They are valued for their vibrant colors, abundant blooms, and tolerance for shade.

Caladiums

With lush multicolored leaves, many larger than the palm of your hand, caladiums have become one of the most popular foliage plants for shady or semi-shady gardens—with many recent introductions being sun tolerant.

events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

MAY 6TH

Jockey & Juleps: A Kentucky Derby Party

THE PARK AT HARLINSDALE FARMS | 10:00 PM

A true celebration of the “Run for the Roses.” The evening includes viewing the Kentucky Derby, dinner and an open bar, live music, auctions, bourbon tastings and more. Funds raised from Jockeys & Juleps will benefit local and international charities. FranklinIs.com

MAY 6TH

37th Annual Tennessee Renaissance Festival

CASTLE PARK, 2135 NEW CASTLE RD., ARRINGTON

Runs through the 29th. Travel back to 16th Century England where artisans, vendors, foods, musicians, pageantry, etc. come alive. TnRenFest.com

MAY 12TH

The Jungle Book

THE FRANKLIN THEATRE | 4:30 PM

The jungle is jumpin' with a jazzy beat in Disney's "The Jungle Book KIDS." Specially adapted from the classic Disney animated film, this performance hosts colorful characters and your favorite songs from the movie. FranklinTheatre.com

MAY 13TH

Iroquois Steeplechase

PERCY WARNER PARK | 8:00 AM

This popular event, attracting more than 25,000 spectators, unites horse racing and socializing. IroquoisSteeplechase.org

A Furniture Shopping Experience

Nashville Sale

Saturday, May 13

in-person 8am to 1pm

Sunday, May 14 online 11am to 8pm

Sara Sells is a unique once-a-month shopping event where you can find on-trend, new to market pieces at a fraction of retail prices. The best part? You can take everything home with you on sale day!!

Sara Sells also offers alternate pickup days and local delivery!

2–3 days per week hybrid program for grades K–12

Emotional intelligence coaching for all students

Cool Springs campus

Superior teacher credentials

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MAY 13TH

Franklin Rodeo Parade

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN

FRANKLIN | 12:00 PM

Join the festivities of the Franklin Rodeo with the parade in downtown Franklin. The fun starts at noon with floats, horses, clowns, bands and so much more! FranklinRodeo.com

MAY 17TH

Studio Tenn's "Here You Come Again": A Dolly

Parton Musical

FRANKLIN THEATRE

This rollicking and touching new musical features beloved songs, including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “Islands in the Stream.” It’s a can’tmiss for Dolly fans and theatergoers alike! StudioTenn.org

MAY 18TH

The Rambling

SOUTHALL FARM & INN | 6:30 PM

Share in the bounty of the farm with this dinner set under the stars. Beer and wine will start, followed by dinner service. Dinner will be outdoors; dress is casual and comfortable. SouthallTn.com

MAY 19TH

Touch-A-Truck

JIM WARREN PARK | 5:00 PM

Touch A Truck is a free event put on by the City of Franklin Parks every year to invite families to the park to explore fire trucks, tractors, mowers, police cars, and much more.  VisitFranklin.com

MAY 27TH

Splash Pad Season Opening

FRANKLIN RECREATION

CENTER | 10:00 AM

It's that time of year, put on the SPF, grab a suit, a buddy, and cool off with the best splash pad (and pool) in town! WcParksAndRecreation.com

Five Reasons to Love

THE SPA At Southall

THE SPA At Southall is a well-being oasis that encourages an energy balance to awaken guests’ experience with nature. Country meets luxury at the 325-acre working farm. Foraged herbs and botanicals grown on the farm are used in spa treatments like bodywork remedies, regenerating esthetics, renewal experiences and more. THE SPA at Southall is an environment of tranquility to restore your energy and relax. Southalltn.com/the-spa-at-southall

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The vibe. Blending holistic and gentile living with resort-style amenities is what sets the 15,000-square-foot spa apart. The spa vibe screams wellness and just walking in and inhaling a deep breath is a perfect beginning to a stress-reducing experience.

The lounge. Pictured right, the relaxation lounge is a truly inviting space. Calm and peace immediately fill your mind as the stress falls from your body. Relax in one of the beds and throw on a warm and fuzzy blanket while looking out at the mineral pool and Lake Mishkin.

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The mineral pool. The heated, all-season mineral pool overlooks {man-made} Lake Mishkin and is a rare balance of 60 essential minerals, including potassium and magnesium, along with trace elements to nourish and rebalance the body.

The snacks.  The house-made vegan energy bites made with dates, walnuts and coconuts are to die for. Dried strawberries, shortbread cookies and spa ciao (pistachios, edamame, cranberries and almonds) round out your light and delectable choices.

Day pass for locals. Nearby residents can get a day pass for $50 and enjoy use of the facilities. Imagine a day to enjoy the pool, the fitness room, the sauna, steam room, and journey on a five mile hike amongst the acres of crops, apple orchards and gardens. Then wind up your day by pulling up chairs by the outdoor fire pit and relax.

ARTICLE BY MARIA DINOIA PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

The relaxation lounge

Gorgeous estate home with classic modern design, luxurious state of the art amenities and spectacular views. Get the best of both worlds, a private country setting on 45+ acres and a prime location mere minutes to Leiper’s Fork Village and Historic Franklin.

Co–Listed with Tim Thompson, Tim Thompson Premier Realtors

Superb design details are found throughout this imaginative architecturally appealing residence. The home itself provides an excellent floorplan with over 2,000 square feet of main floor living space. The manageable size + design + the home’s location across from Richland Country Club all create a magical place to call home.

A true 4 BR townhome in Brentwood’s Top Club neighborhood & Top High School Zone~ RAVENWOOD High! Open floorplan with plentiful natural light and beautiful views of greenspace and the rolling hills nearby. Enjoy the lock & go lifestyle in the very popular Taramore neighborhood with easy access to the Brentwood Trail System and Smith Park.

UNDER CONTRACT | Welcome to this impressive residence completely renovated in 2019 by its’ present owner; a talented Atlanta interior designer. The upscale finish and detail throughout is truly captivating! The floorplan is flexible and functional with exceptional elements of style.

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Whether you’re selling or buying, across the street or around the globe, we are here to help!

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