January 2006
In this Issue
Purpose Driven Philanthropy — Beyond Just Writing a Check
How a planned giving strategy should be a part of your financial considerations
Veggie Tales
Think vegetarian cuisine is only for vegans? Think again. Atlanta offers an incredible array of mouth-watering vegan and vegetarian-friendly fare in venues that range from upscale to down home.
Woman of the Year Nominee: Susana Chavez
Paving the way
You Can Have It All
Dr. Sullivan walked away from the big optometry chains to start a private practice where she could personally attend to what is important - family, patients and community.
60-Minute Getaways
Escape from the glass and steel of the office and head out to one of these nearby renewal zones, where tranquility and quiet are the main attraction.
Laws Of Nature
Stephanie Friese is one young lawyer who never loses sleep over making partner: she started her career at the helm of her own law firm. "I knew for sure that I wanted to work in real estate law...and I also knew I didn't want to scramble for job interviews!" Friese, now 29, remembers.
Baby Boomer
Def. A person born between 1946 and 1964.
Speaking From A World Of Energy
A conversation with Southern Company's Becky Blalock, one of Georgia's most powerful executives
When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough...Rise Up...And Get Down To Business
Tofu, Peaches And The Year Of The Dog
Turns out that China and Georgia have more in common than a shared interest in each other's culinary heritage. We'll take a look at the ancient Chinese Zodiac and how its celebrations remain relevant today, and examine how Atlanta's leaders are expanding the city's business and educational presence in China.
Fan Male: Jon Been, CEO, HomeLife Communities Group
Celebrating men who advance the causes of women and children
Your Financial Future
Teaming up with a financial advisor
Instead of Dieting, Try Balancing
I have been fit and I have been fat. I have tried almost every diet that came out. I know how hard it can be to overcome a weight problem. And I know that as women age, hormonal changes make it even MORE difficult to lose weight.



