Introducing our Mommy Perks Atlanta Metro Peachy Mom of the Month, CANDY ANDERSON! 

Candy is an “Original Peach” (born in GA) residing in Alpharetta with her hubby Scott, 7-year old son Evan, and 4-year old daughter Elena.  Candy joined Mommy Perks because just like the rest of us, mom’s need lots of valuable resources and money saving tools to run our homes.  As a new step-mom, Candy wants to be well informed!  She enjoys spending time with her kids and the best part of motherhood for her is seeing “their smiles and the quirky things that make them unique!”  When she gets a bit of “me” time, she loves to go to the lake and feed the baby geese and ducks.  We all should have it so good! 

As our July winner, Candy received a package of bath products from our Atlanta Metro Partner, Pure Romance!  We hope the sweet smells of the shower gel and moisterizers give more sizzle to summer love for Candy and Scott! 

Somthing fresh is baking in  Smyrna!!  Great Harvest Bread Co. is now open in the new shopping center at Creatwood and Atlanta Road.  I had the pleasure of attending their grand opening celebration and let me tell you, the bread is to die for!  Fresh baked daily loaves of heaven in so many flavors, your head will spin.  You will marvel at the open kitchen where you will see the Loafers busy as bees baking bread, cookies, muffins, challa, and other treats.  I highly recommend the Cinnamon Chip and the Spinach Parmesan!  These goodies are of the utmost quality.  They are whole grain and the flour is milledright there in the shop!!  Yes, there is a little mini silo-type contraption in the back that grinds the flour!  Talk about FRESH!  And what goes on this bread you may ask… countless natural spreads and butters in an array of delectable tastes.  It does not stop there, believe it or not.  There are mixes you can take home for your own fresh baking experience!  Added amenities include fresh coffee from a local roaster, FREE Wi-Fi, charming patio seating, and a place for the kiddies to sit and doodle.   Stop by for a free sample of the daily bread and pick up a Bread Schedule so you can see when your favorites (or soon to be favorites) will be popping out of the oven.  Don’t forget to check our Atlanta Metro site to get the Great Harvest “Perk”!  Congratulations to Chris and Lorrie Hilgeman (Great Harvest’s Master Loafers/Owners) for a fantastic grand opening and thank you for bringing something super fresh to Smyrna!! 

A Florist who is as beautiful as her creative arrangements!

I would love to introduce you to our first VIP in the “People” category, Kara Shaw, owner and “master” florist at Village Green Flowers & Gifts in Smyrna, Georgia.  I have known Kara for a long time and my family has patroned her shop since the day she hung her shingle.  Sweet and soft-spoken, Kara takes great pride and care in her craft and has a spectacular eye for detail.  All we have ever had to do was describe the person and/or the occasion for which we needed an arrangement and beauty would emerge before our very eyes!  Her shop is an oasis of exotic live and faux treasures.  There is something for everyone in your life! Her staff is always friendly…you will be greeted with a smile and leave with a lasting friendship and florist for life!  For the next time you need to say Happy Birthday, I love you, I’m sorry, or Just Because…stop in to Village Green Flowers & Gifts and let Kara create a masterpiece they will never forget!

I am so happy to bring a local VIP Blog to Mommy Perks of Metro Atlanta!  In case you don’t know already, VIP has two meanings.  VIP - Very Impressive Products AND VIP - Very Impressive People.  I am looking forward to bringing you the best of our Mommy Perks Partners and Members.  If you have a suggestion for a VIP, please let me know.  I would love to write a glowing review for products and people that deserve it!

Christie Crowder - Your Metro Atlanta MP Rep