Audrey McDonald Atkins
Orange Juice
Writer Audrey McDonald Atkins knows better than most that Valentine’s Day can be a real kick in the shin.
A Brownie No More
Writer Audrey McDonald Atkins remembers the snake-shaped bump in the road on her journey to becoming a Girl Scout.
The Pearl Handle Pocketknife
Writer Audrey McDonald Atkins takes Christmas Day from down in the dumps — quite literally — to jubilant.
We Say Grace
Writer Audrey McDonald Atkins reminds us there is more than one way to bless our food.
The Bought Costume
The simple joys of Halloween make writer Audrey McDonald Atkins one happy witch.
The Good, the Bad and the Greasy
Writer Audrey McDonald Atkins explains that, down south, “greasy” is one slick word.
Back to School
Sometimes the most memorable lessons happen outside the school walls.
Eat a Peach
As far as writer Audrey McDonald Atkins is concerned, there’s only one way to eat a peach.
The Magnolia Tree and Its Gift
The slightest scent can take you back — and up.
Beauty for a Day
Though sometimes short in bloom, the resilient daylily is long in memory.