Carolina Furniture Mart: A Legacy of Family, Quality and Community
Portrait photos by PHOTO ARTISTRY BY MELINDA Nestled in the heart of Lincolnton, North Carolina is a cherished institution that stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of family, […]
Peace Unto You
Just as I was about to wrap up our call with the customary “love you,” my girlfriend dropped a bombshell. We’ve known each other for a long time; her history […]
Discovering a Hidden Gem in NC Wine Country
Love wine? Just a short drive, 40 minutes west of Winston-Salem and one hour from the Lake Norman area, you arrive in the heart of North Carolina’s premier wine country. […]
Dear Mom, Love Mom
Dear Mom, From the countless sacrifices you’ve made to ensure my well being and happiness to the unwavering encouragement you provide in all of my endeavors; your comforting presence in […]
The Publisher Perspective – May 2024
As I sit down to write this Publisher’s Perspective, I find myself reflecting on a significant milestone in my life. In May of 1984, my husband and I got married! […]
Joyful Journey: Kerr Lake State Recreation Area
“The richness I achieve comes from Nature, the source of my inspiration.” ~ Claude Monet Situated along the border between Vance and Warren counties in North Carolina, Kerr Lake State […]
Brighter Smiles of Davidson: Brighter Smiles – Brighter You
What’s in a smile? As it turns out, quite a lot! Your face is one of the first things people notice about you, and a gorgeous smile can make a […]
A Southern Garden, For The Lazy (or Busy!) Gardener
BY CANDICE DEAL April is a great time to get out there and get your hands in the dirt! It’s the ideal time to plant because the frosty mornings have […]
A Bow of Gallantry – Volume XV
by TYLER A. HAMPTON In the first edition of A Bow of Gallantry, I addressed the topic of having your own “personal style,” but since then, I have inadvertently ignored […]
reclaim, recycle and reupholster – The Downfall of a Throwaway Society
photos by PHOTO ARTISTRY BY MELINDA Thanks in part to mass production, the invention of plastic and the rise of disposable products, we have become a throwaway society. This bad […]