Each January, I start a running program that helps me train for a half marathon.

I've always been told one of the most important things a runner can do is to buy a great pair of running shoes. Being a bit of a cheapskate and not really considering myself a "real runner" has always left me buying a cheap pair of Adidas from Kohls.

Recently, I wanted to test out the theory that great running shoes are critical, so I decided to visit my local Brentwood Fleet Feet.

I expected the store would be high pressure and very expensive and full of runners who all seemed to know everything about running. Consequently, I expected to feel completely intimidated.

Instead, I think I not only found a great place to shop, with friendly workers and no-pressure help, I may have found my next pair of running shoes.

Joining the Maryland Farms YMCA has been one of the BEST things about living in Brentwood, Tennessee.

This summer it unveiled a sparkling new poolscape that rivals the Brentwood YMCA on Concord Rd.

Here's what we love about the resort-style kids pool, fountains, and slides...

I needed a dermatologist in Brentwood, and I needed one fast.

Blue Cross/Blue Shield's directory listed Dr. John Binhlam in Maryland Farms.

His office was able to make an appointment within 3 days. 

It wasn't fun, but here's what my patient experience was like with this Brentwood, TN dermatologist...

 My toddler needed outpatient surgery for ear tubes.  

Her ENT, Dr. Crook, gave us a choice between Baptist Hospital in Nashville and Williamson Medical Center in Franklin. 

Here's what our patient experience at Williamson Medical Center was like...