Paula Billingsley

Paula Billingsley
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Originally from Columbia, Paula has also lived in NC, Florida, Alaska, and the UK before returning, after her husband’s deployment, to start USC School of Law. After passing the bar, working with education nonprofits, and going back for her Masters in English, she’s set aside being an active attorney for now to focus on her health, writing, and raising her baby girl, Evy. Paula knows life does not usually go as expected, like being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, and sometimes it goes better, like eloping or adopting her best book review buddy, Evy! She binges on good tv, good books, good chocolate, good tea, and good conversation. She’s also a fan of winning, whether at board games or yoga. At home, she enjoys making art, music, stories, and tasty food with her family including two wild puppies, Poppy and Petra. Out and about, she enjoys being involved in theatre and music, like at Town Theatre, enjoying the outdoors and wildlife, attending Windsor United Methodist Church, shopping, volunteering, and traveling on the cheap! She does not enjoy laundry, social injustice, environmental destruction, the patriarchy, coffee, soda, kale, or pants. She’s excited and thankful to pursue her calling and bring her child up in this kid friendly town.

South Carolina Snakes and Spider Safety Guide

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If you’re new to Columbia, or maybe even lived here your whole life, you may not know which snakes and spiders are dangerous. Many people have an innate fear of these animals and believe...

How to Help Foster Families in Columbia

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Thousands of children are in foster care in South Carolina, many of them right here in Richland County. During this time, things can be even more difficult for these families with biological family visits, routine,...

My Favorite Veggie Hiding Recipes

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While my own kids are pretty happy to eat veggies, I know that many children don't eat them so happily. There are a few recipes I make for events in an attempt to contribute something...

Simple Summer Snacks Your Kids Can Make

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If you have kids at home right now, they are probably constantly looking for something to do and something to eat. These quick and inexpensive ideas will solve both problems - for a while...

What Is Child Abuse and What to Do When You See It

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What is child abuse? There are many different opinions on what it is, but what is it really? How do we know if we see signs of it? And what to do if we see...

3 Suspenseful Books That Hit Moms Differently

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Hey there, fellow bookworms! Bored and looking for something new to read? I love reading anything spooky, full of suspense, mystery, crime, thriller, horror - as long as it's not too sad. Below are three of my...

I Tried Three Mental Health Apps so You Don’t Have To

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Some of us are feeling a new or stronger need for mental health help in these anxious times. Because sometimes everything isn't okay.  Mental health apps could be one way to get that help without...

Meatless Monday Made Easy :: 5 Recipes Your Family Will Love!

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Did you know cutting meat out for just one day per week can help the environment, save your family money, and improve your family’s heart health? It’s easy to see then why so many...

8 Ways Social Media Can Help You Feel Better

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We hear a lot about how social media can be toxic. But there are ways that social media can help too. At this time in particular, with physical distancing, many are struggling with feelings of...

Yes, You Can Make Easter Dinner

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Your first time cooking Easter Dinner for everyone can be a daunting task. But I am here to assure you that, yes, you can make Easter Dinner. So, here are some recipes that are...

20 Outdoor Play Activities That Don’t Include Parks

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Are you desperate for things to play outside but hate that you can't go to the park? The necessary closing of all public parks, including state parks, has left many of us moms wondering how...

8 Weird Documentaries to Watch If You Liked The Tiger King

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While we are all stuck at home looking for something to utterly distract us from our reality, there is perhaps no better time to explore other weird realities. I'm talking about documentaries. Some documentaries are...

Free Adoption Fair in the Midlands

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Today, there are thousands of children out there in need of a loving home. There are thousands of families out there aching for someone they haven’t met yet. Fortunately, we have great news for everyone...

If the Moms Had Oscars

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This is the time of year we celebrate the stars of Hollywood for their mesmerizing accomplishments in the art of film. But, wouldn't it be nice if moms were acknowledged with the same red carpet...