As we reach the halfway point of 2026, I can’t help but smile as I look back on everything we’ve experienced together through Women Stand Strong (WSS).
When we started this group, my vision was simple—to create a welcoming space where women could connect, build genuine friendships, step outside their comfort zones, and simply enjoy life together.
Looking back at the first six months of the year, I can honestly say we’ve done exactly that.
We’ve laughed, explored Atlanta, tried new restaurants, challenged ourselves, and made memories that will last a lifetime.
January: Bold & Confident at Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen 🐆
We kicked off the year at Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen, embracing our theme of walking into the new year bold and confident in our leopard print. It was the perfect way to start 2026—with good food, encouraging conversations, and women cheering each other on.
February: Game Show Battle Rooms ❤️
February was all about fun! Dressed in our red and pink, we headed to the Game Show Battle Rooms for an afternoon filled with laughter, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments. We laughed so much, and it reminded us how important it is to simply have fun together.
March: Exploring Atlanta on The Funny Bus 😂
March brought one of our funniest adventures yet as we climbed aboard the Funny Bus Tour. Riding through Atlanta while hearing hilarious stories and jokes had everyone smiling from beginning to end. It was a wonderful way to experience the city while creating even more memories together.
April: Taking on Sky Barre 💪
April definitely challenged us! We stepped outside our comfort zones with a workout at Sky Barre.
Let’s just say…OMG!
It wasn’t easy, but it was different, exciting, and so much fun. We encouraged one another every step of the way, proving that trying something new is always better with friends.
May: Great Food & Great Conversations at Poor Calvin’s 💜
Wearing our purple, we gathered at Poor Calvin’s, another new restaurant for many of us to experience together.
The food was absolutely delicious, but what made the evening even more special were the conversations around the table. Sometimes the best memories come from simply sitting together, sharing stories, and getting to know one another.
June: History, Lunch & Sisterhood
June combined learning and laughter as we explored the Margaret Mitchell Tour at Oakland Cemetery before enjoying lunch together at Six Feet Under.
It was another reminder that every outing gives us the opportunity to discover something new while strengthening the friendships we’ve built throughout the year.
More Than Monthly Meetups
Women Stand Strong has become so much more than a monthly event.
It’s about supporting one another.
It’s about saying yes to new experiences.
It’s about stepping away from our busy schedules to invest in friendships, laughter, and ourselves.
Every month brings a new adventure, and every gathering welcomes familiar faces along with new ones.
That is exactly what makes this group so special.
Thank You
To every woman who has attended an event, invited a friend, shared a laugh, or supported Women Stand Strong—thank you.
Because of you, this community continues to grow into something beautiful.
I truly love organizing these experiences. I love meeting new people, reconnecting with familiar faces, trying new places, and watching friendships form naturally.
The first half of 2026 has been incredible, and I honestly can’t wait to see what the rest of the year has in store.
Here’s to more adventures, more conversations, more laughter, and more unforgettable memories.
Because together, we truly are Women Stand Strong. 💜
