When Grief Packs Its Own Suitcase

Traveling amidst grief can create a unique exhaustion that blends emotional weight with logistical challenges. The author reflects on their experience accompanying their husband during family loss, navigating both physical illness and emotional turmoil. They emphasize the necessity of self-compassion, acknowledging that grief affects the body and mind, necessitating rest and support.

Why the Hamsa? A Personal Heritage Story from Mrs. B

Mrs. B shares her deep connection to the Hamsa, a symbol of protection and good fortune due to its roots in her Lebanese heritage. She explores the significance of the Hamsa and the evil eye, illustrating how these symbols foster a sense of identity and community. Through personal experiences and cultural practices, she honors her ancestors’ legacy.

Tea & Mystery: The Ghosts of Scull Shoals A Village Swallowed by Time

The abandoned village of Scull Shoals deserves a place among Georgia’s most chilling ghost stories. Nestled deep in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest along the banks of the Oconee River, Scull Shoals is a place where history, tragedy, and folklore converge to create a landscape shrouded in mystery. Once a prosperous mill town thriving during the…

👻 Tea & Mystery: The 700 Spirits of Kennesaw House

Of all the haunted locations in Georgia, few are as steeped in sorrow—and spectral presence—as the Kennesaw House, located in the heart of Marietta. One of the city’s oldest surviving buildings, this 1845 structure has lived many lives: cotton warehouse, luxury inn, Civil War hospital, and now, museum. Throughout its long and tumultuous history, the…