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Mom to Mom with Angel Orantes

Tell us all about you and your family. Angel: I’m a single mom and have been in Auburn for 10 years. Originally, I am from Los Angeles, where I was […]

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Dinner’s Ready: Lindy White’s One Pan Greek Chicken Orzo

“We host trick-or-treating at our house every Halloween,” shared Lindy White, owner and CEO of Tanology Spray Tan and Beauty Bar in Auburn. “Our friends come over, we have Halloween-themed […]

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More Magic and Fewer Meltdowns: Tips for Trick-Or-Treating Parents

Blisters abound, sugar levels soar, dehydration ensues, and next thing you know, what started as a fun, festive night feels more like a ghoulish nightmare. Before you turn into a […]

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Pilgrimage to the Pumpkin Patch: Make It An Annual Family Tradition

Every year, weeks before Halloween, we take a half-day pilgrimage to the pumpkin patch. Our local pumpkin patch is so festive that we usually go twice each season, once as […]

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From the Publisher – October 2024

Traditions run deep in the South. If you grew up here, more than likely, your family had fall traditions that filled October days and nights. Growing up in Alabama, fall […]

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Quiet Parenting

I recently spent a large amount of time with one of my favorite people on earth, my 95-year-old grandmother. In her thirties, she had a tumor removed from her thyroid, […]

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The Importance of Micro-Moments in Your Child’s Life

Many years ago, I learned about micronutrients and macronutrients. The key difference lies in the amount required by the body. Macronutrients are needed in large quantities for energy and structure, […]

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Rewarding Success

My wife and I are trying hard to get out of debt and start controlling our finances. We’ve always given our kids allowances in the past, but we’ve been considering […]

How to Connect With a Teen When They're Never at Home

How to Connect With a Teen When They’re Never at Home

I feel like I never see my 17-year-old twin teens anymore. School, sports, activities, work, and friends all call them away from home. I try to convince myself that their […]

Student & School Spotlights - oct 24 AOP

Student Spotlight – October 2024

Every month we compile a list of students doing great things across the community.  We have so many talented students in our area.  Auburn - Opelika Parents joins with their [...]
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