From the Editor - September 2010
Posted on 31. Jan, 2010 by admin.
Ahhh…. Fall is in sight… Finally. This is one of my favorite times of year. In part because of the amazing weather, but now it is mostly because I am a Mommy and get to experience all the things that come with this season through my children’s eyes. From the new Ozark Corn Maze, to walks along the city trails, and, of course, UA football games and picking pumpkins on McGarrah Farm. There is something for everyone this season to create memories that will last a lifetime.
For me, September also brings memories of my good ol’ college days at the UA. This is where I met my husband along with some of the most wonderful friends who have remained a big part of my life.
My freshman year of college, in my very first class, I met a person who would come into and out of my life in what I now consider “perfect timing.” Back then Kelly and I were just trying to find ourselves and define our new boundaries as independent college students, both English majors — class of “05. Today we are both Moms to beautiful girls, each searching to redefine ourselves in these new roles. Her role as Mother has been an experience unlike what she expected it to be, but she is playing the part in a way that is an inspiration to everyone who knows her. She was so wonderful to share her story with Peekaboo and it is my hope that everyone who reads it embraces their own role as a parent with the same conviction and great strength.
Speaking of being a Mom to a little girl, a new children’s nail salon and boutique opens this month in Fayetteville. Glitterbox is a little girl’s dream. This is her chance to be a princess and get a manicure and pedicure in a chair just her size followed by a trip through the boutique where clothes, shoes, and bows abound. This is a must visit for anyone who has a special little girl in their life.
Enjoy the start of Fall this month. Take time to visit the Roger’s Historical Museum and let your children experience Rogers “then and now.”
Personal Stories
by: Kelly Key with excerpts from their family blog
December 29, 2009
“Livi’s seizures have been worse over the past few days with new types showing up as well as all seizures being more intense and perhaps more often. We have hardly seen her awake not seizing in the past two days–perhaps an hour or two all [...]
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Personal Stories
On our daughter’s first day of school, my husband and I were nervous. We would be leaving our child with strangers for seven hours. She would have to adapt to a new routine, a new environment, and a school full of brand new peers. Of course, these are things that every parent [...]
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Life with Child
Guilt the one accessory that no mother is ever without. Unlike other motherhood trends like bottles and diapers, or sports gear and school clothes, guilt is universal — no matter what stage of motherhood.
As mothers, we are conditioned to believe that we can do it all. Even more, we believe that it is [...]
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Chasing Date Night (Click to See All)
Looking for a fun night out in Fayetteville? No matter what you’re in the mood for, Fayetteville has something to offer. I talked with the regulars at these hot spots to find out what makes them the consistent date night destinations.
Chillax and Hang: Pesto CafEĂ©
In addition to its relaxed, cozy, eclectic atmosphere and live music [...]
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A Dad's View
The sports world did not lack for headlines throughout 2010’s version of summer. There was exciting World Cup action (I still hear vuvuzelas echoing in my head), the National League pulled off a rare victory in Major League Baseball’s night of All-Stars, and Brett Favre retired; wait, no he didn’t (this of course is [...]
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The Doctor is In
QA with Dr. Schmitz – Lifespring Women’s Healthcare
(479) 479.271.0005
Q: My “monthly” cycle is so inconsistent – ranging in length from 35 to 72 days. What is going on? It is driving me crazy!
The “normal” ovulatory cycle is 28 days long, beginning with the first day of your period and ending with the first day of [...]

