It Takes Two + The Crew

Us 2...

Fall Focus: Fighting Fair

Sometimes it's hard to remember you're on the same team in heated moments.

Remembering this fact can help you fight towards change instead of creating permanent nicks in your foundation.

What has helped me tremendously? These keys:

Listen to understand NOT to respond.

Strive not to mentally exit stage left.

challenge both you sand your partner to be solution oriented in every difficult exchange.

Don't leave anything of concern on the table.

Stay on topic

Seek professional help for both maintenance and support

Progress checkins regarding issues

Helpful ways to strengthen your union

6 ways to spark change

Tackle

Don't wait, Deliberate! Healing properly is time sensitive.

Forgiveness

Forgiveness (NOT tolerance) is a powerful tool in repairing bumps and utilizing situations to propel you forward.

Openness

Be willing to accept evolution. We aren't meant to remain the same and progressive growth is often helpful for you both.

Therapy

The third view can often help you see each other's view!

Grace

The ability to provide space for growth is a strength; not a weakness.

Review

Make conscious effort to review missteps and correct them in a timely manner.

Map It Out

Put a plan in place with trackable results.

Hobby

Find something new for the both of you!

Dating

Although it should never stop, its often first to go when life gets hectic.

Scenery

New adventures spark teamwork, bonding and fresh perspective.

Relocate

Get away from the everyday. Make alone time a priority.

Support

Finding couples with similar goals for their marriage will always encourage positive behaviors.

Perfect Fall Outdoor date: Vineyards

Vineyards are a great date idea for beautifully crisp Fall days. There are so many throughout Georgia and most offer:

Full tasting experience including food
guided tours
live music
beautiful photo ops
breathtaking views
multiple wine selections and education

Impress your love and add a vineyard visit on your date list! Want to try more than one in a day? Set up a tour for a jam-packed, fun experience! I call it wine hopping, lol!

The Crew...

Atlanta And Surrounding: Pumpkin Patches!

Buford Corn Maze

Sleepy Hollow Farms

Cagles Farm

Berry Patch Farms

Pettit Creek Farms

Pumpkin Patches are an amazing place to have fun as a family and create beautiful photos! There are often hay rides, cider and food sales, as well as games for the whole family.

Success in chunks!

I have found setting short term progress goals in line with school break is amazing beneficial!

Reminding the kids of an upcoming ready while counting down have changed their outlook on the school year.

I start with the prompt: " You only have to give 100% until ___ and it works like magic! They give it their best and then some. Striving to get to the ultimate finish line (end of school year) can see like a never-ending story but "pushing until the next break" feels attainable. Try this hack and watch them work!

Family Fun themes sure to please!

I love it here...

Pajama and Pancake breakfasts
Festive Fridays
Movie nights with themed tables
Cook off and creative challenges
Pumpkin decorating and baking
Pajama Jams (dance parties)
Goal and vision boards
Game night complete with prizes!