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7 Staycation Ideas Around Atlanta
*We visited most of these places during the height of the pandemic when mask-wearing was the norm. Mask-wearing is not currently required at any of the places listed below. Looking for family-friendly staycation ideas near Atlanta that everyone will enjoy? Check out these unique activities we discovered, including historical gold mines, charming doll hospitals, amazing space centers, and picturesque train rides. Spin Art Atlanta Discover the magic of Spin Art Nation Sugar Hill, an immersive and interactive art experience that captivated Jackson and Ansley with its unique and exhilarating approach to creativity. This one-of-a-kind destination in Sugar Hill, Georgia, offers visitors the opportunity to create colorful, mess-free masterpieces using a…
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A Winter Birthday Celebration at SoundWaves Waterpark
*disclamier: This trip was taken in 2021 during the height of the pandmemic when mask wearing was still the norm. Mask are not required at Soundwaves or Opryland at this time. As we prepared to celebrate Ansley’s birthday in January, we searched for a unique and exciting destination to make her special day unforgettable. That’s when we discovered SoundWaves Waterpark in Nashville, Tennessee. This upscale waterpark offers an impressive range of attractions, catering to all ages and preferences. From thrilling rides to relaxing lazy rivers, SoundWaves became the perfect choice for a birthday getaway. A Birthday to Remember: Our adventure at SoundWaves began with a few of us trying out…
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A Black Mom’s Review Of Babyland General Hospital
Growing up playing with Cabbage Patch Dolls, I am sure I was more excited than Ansley to visit Babyland General Hospital, a showroom of original cabbage patch dolls, a birthplace for new dolls, and a store. While the visit started great, my excitement waned when I discovered one very disappointing fact: on the day of our visit, there was not a single doll of color in the Babyland Exclusive Cabbage Patch Doll Collection. We took the hour and fifteen-minute trek to Cleveland, GA, to visit Babyland during Camp Toying Around. Babyland is located in a picturesque southern white mansion sitting against the backdrop of the North Georgia Mountains. The grounds…
