Mary Louise Hagler

My favorite go-to energy snack is…

A secret. Not really, I love raw almonds and sushi from Publix. I believe that weight lifting and solitude, though, are my main sources of energy at this point in my life.
 

My perfect morning would be spent…

Seeing my children off to school without turning into a drill sergeant, then working in the garden.
 

I love it when people...

Are genuine. People who are open and true are those with whom I like to spend my time. I don’t have time for agendas. I gravitate toward people who don’t mind being a bit different, who are comfortable being themselves and not concerned with conformity.
 

If I could change one thing about myself it would be…

To require less sleep. I’d get so much more accomplished if I did not need my beauty rest.

No matter how busy I am, I always make time to…

Feed my people. I am always worried about my family having enough food. My snack drawer is full of good stuff. I cook breakfast and supper most every day. Just call me June (as in Cleaver).

If I could be someone else for a day it would be…

Perhaps my Aunt Chummy. She is an angel in heaven and I miss her dearly. I would like to see what it’s like to look down and see what craziness is going on here on earth. She taught me about hospitality and charm. Making people feel extra special was her gift.

The best thing about living in Augusta is...

Leaving then coming back. I love to leave then return home. Augusta is definitely home.