Neck of the Woods
Western North Carolina Strong
You know the news. Charging wind, water and mud from Tropical Storm Helene devastated western North Carolina and left communities in ruins. Help arrived. Big time. But help is still needed.
Green Is The New Black: Earth Day’s Chic Economic Revolution
As Earth spins on its axis, another April 22 dawns, and with it, Earth Day 2024. A day when we celebrate our planet and the innovative strides we’re taking to ensure its wardrobe is as green as the spring foliage. My thoughts …
Missing The Troubadour
More than four decades ago, I was introduced to Jimmy Buffett’s music. I quickly came to understand the appeal of this incredible, timeless storyteller.
Porches and Hummingbirds
Two of my favorite things — porch sittin’ and watching hummingbirds do their thing in the Appalachians …
FL v NC
Picking your Forever Home between FL and NC is challenging … with good reason!
Let’s Give Procrastination a Break
A task left undone remains undone in two places — at the the task’s actual location and inside your head. Ah, but the sweet art of procrastination comes sooooo naturally!
The Relentless March of Time
We don’t consciously noodle on the subject of time because we’re so consumed with living life. However, as time passes, we certainly comprehend what “time marching on” feels like.
Merry Christmas!
Let’s see if I can paint a quick picture of my Christmas morning …
High Country’s Glorious Autumn
The blessings tied to living in the Appalachians are many, but perhaps none rival the change of seasons from summer to fall.
Trials, Tribulations & Blessings of Christmas Tree Lights
As grateful as I am that our charmingly decorated Christmas tree is drinking water like a thirsty cow during hot summer months and not dropping any of its needles, a pass by the Fraser Fir this morning hastened a case of the heebie-jeebies
