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LIFESTYLE LETTER
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April 2023 PUBLISHER
Burke Scott | burke.scott@citylifestyle.com EDITOR
Sarah Cole | sarah.cole@citylifestyle.com
We live in an efficiency and productivity-obsessed age, and I admit - I fall into the trap sometimes too. The trap of believing the only things worth doing are the things that result in the highest level of control and least amount of uncertainty. But the truth is - that's really a sad and unfulfilling way to go through life. We have to leave room for exploring, for trying new places and things, for being a beginner, even for getting lost. It is those times that are unstructured and open-ended where the space exists for connections to be made, friendships to be fostered, and trust to be built. Our hope is that this issue encourages you to make room for exploration, to prioritize time away from the regular schedule of life, to lose yourself on a trail in the Blue Ridge or in a book recommended by our local librarian, or to book that trip you’ve been thinking about, and to make time for the things that matter most to you that often come last on the calendar. If April showers bring May flowers, make time to play in the rain! Here’s your reminder to - and I say this with warmth in my heart - get lost! :) Happy April! SARAH COLE, EDITOR @SMYRNAVININGSCIT YLIFEST YLE
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Enjoy a weekend escape in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia!
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During my own struggle with an eating disorder, my life might be described as a battlefield, one where I was at war with myself. While I am not proud of my struggle, it is not something to be ashamed of either. If you knew me many years ago, you would have been looking into the eyes of a basically lifeless girl who was so sick, tired, and heavy-hearted that I thought I could use my eating disorder to attain numbness and trudge through life with little to no emotion. In reality, I was tremendously afraid, lonely, angry, hurting, and miserable. Even though I felt as though I was controlling my food intake and the number on my scale, the eating disorder actually had control over me as I consistently found my weak body stuck in a hospital bed over and over again. My eating disorder was feeding me such lies that I couldn’t believe my doctor when she told me, “You’re walking on a very thin line between life and death.” In my eating disorder, life felt unbearable. Then I found that there was a mental health community that could help. And so, as I look back into the depths of my dysphoria, I worked with therapists, dietitians, and physicians who helped me find the keys to unlock the handcuffs of hopelessness. I was barely surviving. This time in my life was one where others literally had to save me from myself until I gained the tools and restoration that gave me strength to have a role in saving myself too. My treatment team helped me recognize that there was a life beyond my ED and my
ED did not have to be my identity. I had to decide to thoroughly trust my providers and lean into the “whys” as part of my recovery. I have learned that although my illness was not a choice, recovery is an attainable choice and fighting for a fulfilling life is a worthy choice. I began to live by small victories- bite by bite, meal by meal, day by day- until it became easier to repeat, and more natural to properly nourish my body. My ED diminished my body’s ability to fully experience emotions and life. I waited for the moments when I realized that joy is an emotional state that I was capable of experiencing again. I waited for the relief to come when I finally knew that I am lovable and loved. I waited for the heaviness to be lifted. With the help from my treatment teams along the way, the waiting was worth it and I chose to gradually build a life from which I didn’t feel the need to escape. Providers who fully understood my illness and who accepted me just the way that I was- broken and vulnerable and seeking help- navigated me beyond the lies of the ED. I started having compassion for that lifeless girl inside me and her body, and even compassion for the ED that was in its own way helping me survive trauma that I didn’t know how to cope with without the ED. Today I have regained health. Recovery has allowed me to fully experience life. It has given me energy and the ability to be present. It has allowed connections and relationships that would have been impossible when I was malnourished and giving the voice of my ED power over me. Pain is an inevitable part of being human, but now I am capable of coping with pain without turning to the ED. I learned my eating disorder was not a life sentence and I can live a life free from its bondage. It is an incredible honor to get to walk with clients every day as they, too, free themselves from their own bondage. The care I have received from mental health providers helped me off the ground and out of the muck. For them, I am forever grateful.
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Explore Electric DISCOVER SMYRNA VININGS AND BEYOND IN THE AUDI Q4 E-TRON
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Looking for the perfect new car that enables you to both explore your local community in style and that is comfortable enough to take on a weekend road trip to explore your state and beyond? We’ve done the research so you don’t have to - so look no further.
In keeping with our ‘Explore’ theme for this month, we asked our local Audi dealership, Audi Marietta, for the perfect recommendation. With its luxury styling yet roomy interior for passengers and luggage, the 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron was their number one pick for the perfect car for exploring Smyrna Vinings and beyond. Combining advanced technology and practicality, the Q4 e-tron is an all-electric SUV that puts luxury and comfort in electric driving firmly within reach! Audi e-tron vehicles are continuously tested to enhance performance, refine technology, and incorporate new elements of design in e-mobility. Audi tests performance in extreme heat and winter temperatures—from the Abu Dhabi desert to the Arctic Circle, or from toasty Smyrna-Vinings summers to the blizzards following our ‘false spring,’ you can rest assured that your Q4 e-tron is ready to explore with you in any environment, whether you’re in town or heading out for a road trip. Discover all the features the Q4 e-tron has to offer! Drive confidently as you explore Smyrna-Vinings or head off on a getaway to the mountains of North Georgia with available
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Blue R idge Enjoy a weekend escape in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia!
ARTICLE BY SARAH COLE PHOTOGRAPHY BY ETHAN ABITZ, RANDY GRAY, CALEB JONES, JUSTIN RUSH, BLUE RIDGE DRONES About two hours north of Smyrna Vinings lies the start of a beautiful mountain range, one of the oldest in the world, known as the Blue Ridge Mountains. This idyllic escape offers mountain cabins, stunning views, hiking trails, waterfalls, wineries and craft breweries, and much more. Explore this stunning area of our beautiful state within driving distance of Smyrna Vinings. Find yourself in a cozy mountain cabin, surrounding by stunning mountains resting in the characteristic blue haze that gives these mountains their name. Feeling adventurous? This region is perfect for hiking, biking and exploring the stunning Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. Want to relax? Spend your time in the fresh mountain air, sipping coffee with extraordinary views, and unplug to spend time in nature. We’ve gathered a list of spectacular cabins to make it easy for you to explore this beautiful area!
Keturah’s Creek
INSTAGRAM: @keturahscreek WHAT: Keturah’s Creek is a breathtaking tiny home perched above a small stream that accommodates 2 guests & is 10-15 minutes to charming Downtown Blue Ridge. Whether you’re stargazing in the hot tub or cozying up next to the indoor fireplace or outdoor fire pit, the surrounding forest and sounds of the trickling stream offer the perfect backdrop for your relaxing getaway!
Hemptown Hollow
INSTAGRAM: @hemptown_hollow WHAT: Hemptown Hollow sits high above a ridge and features a private nature trail to Hemptown Creek. The A-frame cabin can accommodate 6 guests and is just 10 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge. With a private hot tub, a creek-front gazebo, and a fire pit overlooking the scenic mountain view, you’ll never want to leave!
The Weswood
INSTAGRAM: @weswood_aframe WHAT: Enjoy scenic long range mountain views and privacy in this brand-new modern mountain retreat, complete with a private hot tub. Only 19 minutes to downtown Blue Ridge, this adorable 3-bedroom 2-bath A-frame is perfect for your next retreat!
Sarah Cole Sarah Cole is the editor of Smyrna Vinings Lifestyle and owns her own business as a social media manager, content creator, and coach. She and her husband, Brett, recently moved to the Smyrna Vinings area!
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T O P : Keturah’s Creek, Photographer: Justin Rush R I G H T: The Weswood, Photographer: Caleb Jones L E F T: Hemptown Hollow, Photographer: Caleb Jones
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The Ellewood
INSTAGRAM: @the_ellewood WHAT: Need more space than the Weswood has to offer? Book the Ellewood too! This brand new, mountain modern home which sleeps 16 is only 100 yards away, and is perfect for your next family getaway or girls trip. Perfect for groups, this home is a breath of fresh mountain air!
Retreat at Fall Branch Falls
INSTAGRAM: @retreatatfallbranchfalls WHAT: Nature abounds in this whimsical tiny cottage, perfect for 1-2 guests seeking quiet time in the mountains. Surrounded by rhododendron, ferns, and endless forest views, the wilderness is right at your back door. Enjoy a short hike to the Fall Branch Falls waterfall or soak up the sounds of the bubbling creek while you relax. This is truly a place to unplug!
Firefly Mountain
INSTAGRAM: @firefly.mountain WHAT: Located in the illustrious Aska Adventure Area of Blue Ridge, Georgia, this custom home sleeps 12 and showcases panoramic views from every room. It’s the ultimate family getaway, with game room, exercise room, multi-level porches and an 8-person hot tub. It’s also private, surrounded by 80 acres of Chatahoochee National Forest!
T O P : The Ellewood, Photographer: Ethan Abitz B O T T O M : Retreat at Fall Branch Falls, Photographer: Ethan Abitz
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Cherry Log Lodge
INSTAGRAM: @cherryloglodge WHAT: Experience all the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer in this cozy pet-friendly cabin, conveniently located between the Blue Ridge and Ellijay. With a fenced side yard for your pet on a spacious 2 acres, this home provides everything needed for a memorable getaway, including unobstructed mountain views from two spacious decks!
The Acorn Cabin
T O P : Firefly Mountain, Photographer: Ethan Abitz R I G H T: The Acorn Cabin, Photographer: Randy Gray
INSTAGRAM: @theacorncabinc WHAT: Experience mountain life at the Acorn Cabin. Take a break from the bustle of everyday life by soaking in the hot tub, reading a book in the hammock, and enjoying a meal on the screened porch. Enjoy breathtaking views from every room of this 2-bedroom 2-bath cabin!
L E F T: Cherry Log Lodge, Photographer: Blue Ridge Drones
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A r mcha i r Travel i ng: E x plor ing th roug h Book s Explore the world around you through a great book! Reading is an adventure, and books can be your guide, expanding your knowledge and broadening your horizons. Enjoy these recommendations from Smyrna Librarian Mary Wallace Moore to inspire and guide exploration!
EXPLORERS AND EXPLORATIONS 1. The Plant Hunter: A Scientist’s Quest for Nature’s Next Medicines by Cassandra Leah Quave Traveling by canoe, ATV, mule, airboat, and on foot, Dr. Cassandra Quave has conducted field research from the flooded forests of the remote Amazon to isolated mountaintops in Albania and Kosovo—all in search of natural compounds, long-known to traditional healers, that could help save us all from the looming crisis of untreatable superbugs. Dr. Quave holds a joint appointment as Associate Professor of Dermatology in the Emory University School of Medicine and Emory Center for the Study of Human Health. 2. Bicycling with Butterflies: My 10,201-mile Journey Following the Monarch Migration by Sara Dykman Sara Dykman made history when she became the first person to bicycle alongside monarch butterflies on their storied annual migration--a round-trip adventure that included three countries and over 10,000 miles. Equally remarkable, she did it solo, on a bike cobbled together from used parts. Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award, this incredible travelogue details her remarkable journey. 3. Wanderlust: An Eccentric Explorer, An Epic Journey, a Lost Age by Reid Mitenbuler Peter Freuchen’s life seemed ripped from the pages of an adventure novel! A wildly eccentric Dane, his insatiable curiosity drove him from the twilight years of Arctic exploration to the Golden Age of Hollywood, and from the burgeoning field of climate research to the Danish underground during World War II. Through it all, he was guided by ideals remarkably ahead of his time, championing Indigenous communities, environmental stewardship, and starting conversations that continue today.
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GO EXPLORING 4. Moon USA RV Adventures: 25 Epic Routes by Bonnie & Grant Sinclair Gear up for any adventure with road trip loops, ideas for side trips, and strategies for linking routes together. Seasoned RV-ers Bonnie and Grant Sinclair provide routes for national parks, historic sites, natural wonders, beaches, and pet-friendly destinations. 5. Always Ireland: An Insider’s Tour of the Emerald Isle by Jack Kavanagh Organized by region, Always Ireland details the country’s well-known places and hidden treasures, featuring must-do experiences, scenic destinations, and expert advice on where to stay, what to eat, and what to do. Also included are favorites from Irish luminaries and recipes to bring the tastes of Ireland to your home. 6. Native American Archaeology in the Parks: A Guide to Heritage Sites in our National Parks and Monuments by Kenneth L. Feder This guide is a celebration of 30 national parks, historical parks, and monuments, including Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon, Georgia. The parks reveal the histories and cultures of America’s first inhabitants, the Native Americans. 7. Lighthouses of the Georgia Coast by William Rawlings Once an essential part of nautical navigation and commerce, lighthouses have become historical relics, their primary function replaced by modern technology. Georgia’s barrier islands are the site of five existing lighthouses, each with its own unique style and history. This historical guidebook by Georgia native William Rawlings contains rich illustrations with both contemporary and historical photos. 8. A Diver’s Guide to the World: Remarkable Dive Travel Destinations Above and Beneath the Surface by Carrie Miller and Chris Taylor Dive travel experts Carrie Miller and Chris Taylor traveled to 50 inspirational locations around the world. Travel stories and practical tips for adventurers include diving with sharks in Australia; discovering shipwrecks and sand dunes in North Carolina’s Outer Banks; and lingering in the land and sea gardens of Bormes-les-Mimosas, France.
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8. These and other great books are available for check out at Smyrna Public Library, in downtown Smyrna. Mary Wallace Moore is the director of Smyrna Public Library, and the author of Smyrna, Georgia: “The Jonquil City,” Celebrating 150 Years (2022).
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Sleep Inside, Outside
Photography by Amangiri, USA
Photography by Amangiri, USA
3 Incredible places to (literally) sleep under the stars It’s always magical to spend a night sleeping under the stars. In decades past, adventure seekers have packed the SUV or camper with tents and gear for ‘roughin’ it’ in the great outdoors. But the swanky and exploding category of luxury outdoor hotel is something to investigate for an unforgettable, next-level experience. For those who prefer glamping rather than pitching their own tent fireside, here are a few options that incorporate sweeping views and a unique opportunity for travelers to be more authentically embedded in the landscape of the place they’re visiting. These resorts have bucket list-worthy rooms that capture the best of both the luxury resort experience and the outdoors. Whether you crave the dry heat of the remote Utah desert or the luminous beauty of the Northern Lights, we’ve curated a short list of some places you *must* check out.
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Amangiri, Utah In southern Utah, Amangiri is a five star resort perfect for an adventurous weekend in the desert. However, it is the simple rooms built to emphasize the beauty of Canyon Point that truly make it an incredible place to stay. Each suite has an outdoor lounge and fireplace with private pools or rooftop terraces available too. Don’t miss a dip in the ‘gram-worthy pool, which wraps around the landscape’s curved dunes and arid plateaus.
Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza The Spanish island Ibiza boasts lush pine forests, hidden calas (cove beaches) and Hacienda Na Xamena, a resort suspended on a cliff 600 feet above the Mediterranean. Guests flock to its spa for the eight saltwater thalassotherapy (seawater as a form of therapy) lagoons, which are linked together with waterfalls. Swim to the edge of the pool and drink in the sweeping sea vistas.
Photography Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza ©
Photography by Pacuare Lodge
Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica This jungle hideaway is so out there, you have to whitewater raft down a river or ride a gondola to get there. A network of hanging bridges connect the villas, which have thatched roofs, plantation teak wood floors, rattan furniture and private plunge pools. In the evening, zip 400 feet down a cable for a meal at the Nest, a platform at the top of a ceiba tree, then take a night-time stroll along romantic pathways lit by candles and lanterns. Photography by Pacuare Lodge AP R I L 2 0 2 3 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/SMYR N AV I N I N G S
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Easter Activities Have fun with your kids with these Easter activities
1. Painting Easter Eggs
4. Make an Easter Egg Tree
Bring out the colorful paint and brushes! Decorate your Easter eggs with the brightest colors and unique designs.
Cut out paper Easter eggs and color them and use ribbon to tie them to a tree. You can either decorate a tree in your yard or you can collect a few branches and make a DIY tree decoration.
2. Egg and Spoon Race This game is fun for all! Play the Egg and Spoon Race by placing an egg on a spoon and see who can reach the finish line first without dropping their egg.
5. Easter Bunny Cupcakes Bake yummy Easter themed treats! Don’t forget to decorate with jelly beans and chocolate eggs!
3. Jelly Bean Guessing Game
6. Easter Bunny Goody Bag DIY
This game is fun and challenging! All you need is a jar and jelly beans. Fill your jar to the top with jelly beans and have your kids guess how many jellybeans are in the jar.
Take a white paper bag, cut out and glue on ears, and draw a bunny face! Use this goody bag to surprise friends with Easter goodies.
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realty report A sample of recently sold properties in Smyrna Vinings. N E I G H BO RH O O D
OR IGIN AL PRICE
SO L D P RIC E
%SO L D/ O RIG
DO M
B DRM S
B AT H S
Between the Paces
$1,550,000
1,200,000
77%
90
5
6
Simpson
$1,149,900
1,149,900
100%
9
6
5
The Grove at Kings Springs
$1,120,000
1,120,000
100%
14
4
5
HAYES WALK AT FOREST HILLS
$1,100,000
1,015,000
92%
103
5
4
Covered Bridge at Barnes Mill
$759,700
780,000
103%
13
5
4
Paces Ferry Registry
$700,000
735,000
105%
2
5
4
Vinings Pointe
$639,900
625,000
98%
43
4
2
Woodbridge Crossing
$599,900
610,000
102%
3
4
3
Ennisbrook
$599,999
605,000
101%
73
4
3
Forest Hills
$570,000
585,000
103%
2
3
2
Forest Hills
$575,000
575,000
100%
3
3
2
Cedar Cliff
$575,000
575,000
100%
65
3
2
Creatwood Forest
$549,900
539,900
98%
11
4
3
Forest Hills
$535,000
527,000
99%
6
3
2
Bridge Walk at Kalb Farm
$500,000
525,000
105%
5
4
2
Norton Park
$515,000
510,000
99%
9
4
3
This data is a sampling of sold properties from January 2023. Source: IRES MLS system.
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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
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Vinings Jubilee Farmers Market
VIN IN G S J UBILEE | 2:30-6:00 P M Throughout the year every Thursday 20+ farmers & vendors join together for the Vinings Jubilee Farmers Market along New Paces Ferry Road from 2:30-6:00. The market is located in the parking lot at the intersection of New Paces Ferry Rd. and Paces Ferry Rd. Find more information at viningsjubilee.com A P RIL 1 ST
City of Smyrna Easter Egg Hunt
TOLLES ON PARK | 1:00 PM Join the City of Smyrna for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, held this year at Tolleson Park, along with games and crafts. Don't forget to bring a basket or bag for your Easter Eggs! Find more information and register for this event at smyrnaga.gov. A P RIL 2 N D
Sunday Lecture: The Georgia Gold Rush
SMYRN A PUBLIC LIBRARY MEET I NG R O O M | 3:0 0 P M Learn about the first major gold rush in US history, which occurred during the years 1829 to 1842 at a location just 60 miles north of Smyrna, presented by Dr. William Marchione. Dr. William Marchione is the author A Brief History of Smyrna, Georgia, and a retired educator and historian. Find more info at smyrnaga.gov; light refreshments will be served. A P RIL 1 5T H
Jonquil City Jog
SMYRN A CITY HALL | 7:00 AM As one of the best community races in the Metro Atlanta area, the Jonquil City Jog consistently draws a great crowd for this flat, fast and family-friendly course. Proceeds benefit the Campbell High School Educational Foundation, Inc. and Support Smyrna. Find more info and register at smyrnga.gov. CONTINUED >
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“Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, he was buried, and he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.” -1 Corinthians 15:3,4
From Pennington’s Pen: At Smyrna First Baptist Church, the most important day on our calendar is Easter. This is the day that we, and Christians around the world, celebrate the most defining moment of human history. When Jesus was hung on across outside of Jerusalem, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. For three days, his dead, lifeless body was sealed in a tomb. But then, on Easter Sunday morning, God’s one and only Son came back to life! Did you know the Easter egg is a symbol of Jesus’ Resurrection? Just as Jesus rose
from the grave, the egg symbolizes new life emerging from the eggshell! At Smyrna First, our faith, hope, and love, are bound up in a firm belief in Jesus’ resurrection. I pray that this Easter, your heart will be filled with this joy too! I want to personally invite all of you to join us Easter weekend for the gatherings that will take place on our church campus.
Jeff Pennington – Senior Pastor, Smyrna First Baptist Church
Weekly Services: Sunday Worship: 10:45 am | Midweek Connect: 6:30 pm
EASTER WEEKEND SERVICES & ACTIVITIES
Friday, April 7th at 7pm: Join us for a special Good Friday service Saturday, April 8th at 9 – 11 am: Annual Helicopter egg drop Sunday April 9th at 10:45 am: Easter Sunday Service Let us know you're coming at smyrnafirst.org/easter 1275 Church St Smyrna, Georgia 30080 | (770) 435-3231 | smyrnafirst.org/
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17th Annual ATL Blues Festival
COBB EN ERGY PERFORMIN G A RTS C E NT R E | 7 :0 0 P M The 2023 Blues Is Alright Tour is returning to Cobb Energy Centre on April 15 for the 17th Annual ATL Blues Festival, featuring performances by Blues legends J-Wonn, Pokey Bear, Tucka, Chick Rogers, Ronnie Bell and King George. Find tickets & more info at cobbenergycentre.com A P RIL 29TH-30TH
Smyrna Spring Jonquil Festival
SMY R N A CITY HALL The Smyrna Spring Jonquil Festival features over 150 Arts & Crafts booths, 12 food booths, an entertainment stage, and a variety of children’s activities. Bring the family and shop, play, eat, drink and just have a great day together. Admission is free! April 29th 10am-6pm, April 30th 12pm-5pm
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