“’If you knew time as well as I do,’ said the Hatter, ‘you wouldn’t talk about wasting it.’” This is a quote from the Mad Hatter in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.  

LaKeysha Greer Isaac is not wasting anytime during her daughter, Ryleigh’s, childhood. Ryleigh recently celebrated her first birthday, and mom LaKeysha nailed it! The theme was Ryleigh in ONEderland, LaKeysha said they wanted to play on her age as well as an homage to Alice in Wonderland. 

LaKeysha said it is hard to pick one favorite element from the party, but she would have to say she loved the tablescapes. Every detail was evocative of Alice in Wonderland. From the candles to the mushrooms to the teacups to the clocks- the attention to the details truly encapsulated the Alice in Wonderland vision. 
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It was important that LaKeysha worked hard to ensure the theme was carried out in every aspect of the party, which was certainly achieved! Her favorite moment of the day was seeing the joy and wonder in her daughter’s face and seeing that same wonder on each child’s face that attended.  
 
Vendors: 
Coordinators: Two Pink Peonies  
Photography: Full of Flava  
Balloons: Babaloonz  
Letters: Alpha Lit Jackson 
Cakes: Tayari Cake Studio  
Food and Drink: Uptown Events and Catering  
Cookies: Sugar Daze Dessert Shop  
Ryleigh’s dress: Bitty Bundles of Joy  
LaKeysha’s Hair: Vanity by Dani T 
Lakeysha’s Makeup: Tapped by Leondra Taplin ​

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Everyone looks forward to a vacation from time to time, but they may not enjoy the planning. That is where Custom Travel Professionals comes in. Whether traveling for spring break or booking a summer getaway, this local travel agency has all the planning details covered.   ​

What sets them apart? They specialize in experience.  It is easy to plan a quick trip, but with their help, travelers can immerse themselves in their destinations of choice. Custom Travel Professionals helps pick the dream location, finds off-the-beaten-path treasures, and crafts unique memories that will last a lifetime. They help source all-inclusive options as well as niche stays. All of this would not be possible if founder, Jill Hiers had not taken the leap to launch this boutique agency in 2011. 

“We want to deliver the realization of travel dreams to our clients,” shared Hiers. That is why her team is comprised of travel experts. “We know anyone can book a trip, but it takes years of training, destination knowledge, and first-hand experience to specialize in bespoke travel.” 

“Bespoke travel.” Who does not love the sound of that? Custom Travel Professionals considers travel style and needs when planning each trip and assures a travel plan will be tailor-made for each client. “Our experts appreciate that every traveler has their own style of travel,” explained Hiers. Planning trips this way allows the adventurer to do more of what they love and experience new destinations in inspired ways.  

The travel industry is ever evolving and adapting. It has become increasingly difficult to arrange both domestic and international getaways. When trying to book a flight, cruise, or even hotel stay, people are finding themselves overwhelmed by every option, add-on, and requirement. Custom Travel Professionals and their team of advisors say up to date on restrictions and guidelines so their clients do not have to. Making navigating the waters of travel that much easier.  

In addition to experience, Custom Travel Professionals specializes in relationships. They source each trip from a dense network of suppliers, in-destination partners, and tour operators. Those connections allow them to pass on unique experiences and amenities to their clients, not to mention peace of mind.  

Unlike planning with an app or an endless Google search, working with travel advisors ensures each “i” is dotted and “t” is crossed. They will make sure the flights are booked, rooms are secured, and activities are reserved. The only service they do not provide is luggage packing. Custom Travel Professionals has a number of featured destinations including St. Lucia, Riviera Maya, and Disney World, and their travel agents are ready to get to booking.  

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Are there any type-A people out there who cringe at the sight of mix-matched socks or pantry items stored every which way? How many get triggered when a picture is hung ever so slightly off-centered or when the toilet paper is flipped the wrong way? If your anxiety is at an all-time high after reading those scenarios, then you are probably one of those people, and that is perfectly okay. Our brains are hardwired to appreciate symmetry. We, by default, love when things are balanced. As soon as they fall out of alignment though, our hearts may race, and our palms may get a little sweaty. So what do we do? We carve time out of our day to scurry over and adjust whatever it is that needs adjusting. Why is it then that we do not take the same amount of time to address our bodies when they get out of alignment?  
 
If you ask the team at Abundant Wellness in Ridgeland, Mississippi, they would probably tell you that people seem to think that there are not enough hours in the day. The mere thought of scheduling another appointment or squeezing something between carpool lines causes eyes to roll, and people are not considering the benefits that would come from taking the time to care for their bodies. Well, Abundant Wellness is here to change all of that.  
 
Abundant Wellness is a medically integrated wellness clinic that provides chiropractic care and primary care services for the whole family- from geriatric patients to infants on the way home from the hospital. Their doctors consider the multidimensional aspects of wellness to address and treat patients. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, backaches, or high blood pressure, they are the ones you call. If you are looking to improve your sleep, better your athletic performance or relieve stress, Abundance Wellness has you covered. Being medically integrated with the chiropractic side is a unique feature of their clinic. Not only can patients be treated structurally, but they can also be treated medically for an entire wellness plan.  
 
Much like the askew portrait on the wall that needs shifting and the kitchen shelves that need reorganizing, a few quick steps can make all the difference and bring relief. Abundant Wellness makes it easy to make adjustments when our bodies get out of alignment. All you have to do is take the step to make that call. One of the most popular services Abundant Wellness offers is Trigger Point and Joint Injections. Sometimes our muscles spasm and get stuck, and this is called a trigger point. When the muscle is stuck a needle can be injected to get the muscle in a place where it will not be stuck anymore, which will decrease pain.  
 
Dana Germany, Nurse Practitioner and owner of Abundant Wellness, said she loves that they are able get patients back to their everyday lives, pain free. Abundant Wellness is a place of healing and hope. Patients are so comfortable in their clinic. Their staff takes time with each person to make sure they are truly getting the best care to get them back to their regular selves. Give them a call to schedule an appointment and give them a follow on social media. Also, stay on the lookout for their new website! ​

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Who doesn’t love a high school sweetheart story? Allison and Robert grew up together and in the tenth grade, they were each other's New Year’s kiss. Fireworks flew that night marking a new year and their new relationship. Ten years later, Allison would say yes to forever and become a Huffman. 
 
Allison and Robert’s wedding had so many precious details from the ceremony venue where Allison’s grandmother also got married to the boutonnieres crafted in honor of a lost loved one. Their big day was lined with sentimental moments that two would never forget. “We decided to save ‘our song’ for a private last dance while our guests were lining up for our exit,” reminisced Allison. “ It was the perfect ending to the best night, getting to take it all in just the two of us.” 
 
Vendors:
Photographer: Refuge Photography
Event Planner: Kendall Poole Event Planning
Dress: Bridal Path
Bride’s Jewelry: L&L Fine Jewelry
Hair: Avery Miskelly
Make-up: Avery Miskelly
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids
Tuxes: Tuxes Too
Videographer: Frameblender Films
Ceremony Venue: Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church
Reception Venue: The Country Club of Jackson
Lighting: Fresh Cut
Rentals: Galleries of Jackson and Great Southern
Florist: Fresh Cut
Catering: The Country Club of Jackson
Band: Creativity Band
Bride’s Cake: Cakes by Iris
Groom’s Cake: Cakes by Iris
Print Material: Tori Frey
Car Service: The Station 
Live Painting: Molly Chain Collectiv.
Custom Logo: Mara Bloom Marketing