Spiritiles and Stories: How Houston Llew Turns Fire Into Joy

Some artists stumble upon their craft by chance, but for Houston Llew, art found him at exactly the right time. In the aftermath of the Great Recession, when the world […]
Aquaventure Boat Club – Spreading the Joy of Family Time on the Lake

A true connoisseur of lake life, Dustin Keith is passionate about keeping families together – and making memories on the water! He’s found the perfect niche with his 100% family […]
One Mans Perspective: Rainbows

Genesis 9:12-16 ~ God said, “This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations […]
Joyful Journey: The NC Chinese Lantern Festival Celebrates a Decade of Wonder

Picture This You step through the gates as twilight melts into darkness. Ahead, a path winds between trees – but these aren’t ordinary pines. They glow. They pulse. They tell […]
One Journey of Enduring Faith

Cycling coast to coast was not exactly on Jack Hamel’s to-do list, but life often has a way of steering you towards the right path. In Jack’s case, it was […]
Ask Dr. Keith; December 2025

Dear Dr. Keith, I’m a 34-year-old recently married woman. My husband and I are both incredibly successful at our young age and are content with our lives. We’ve been dating […]
Are You Prepared for a 30 Year Retirement?

The good news? Retirees are living longer. The bad news? Many aren’t planning for it financially. Life expectancy is a key piece of retirement planning. After all, you’ll need to […]
Gifts For Your Girls – Heartfelt Gestures…Lake Norman Style!

You’ve celebrated absolutely everything together – from milestone birthdays and weddings to those much-needed “girl nights” filled with laughter and stories you’ll never forget. As the years go by, we […]
How to Know the Difference Between a Healthy and Unhealthy Friendship

When I was younger, I was grateful for my friends in school, and I always thought that we would be best friends forever. However, as we grow up and life […]
Gold Layers and Hidden Stories: The Art of Pam White

If you’ve ever seen Pam White’s work, you know it’s impossible to look away. Based in the charming town of Bluffton, South Carolina, Pam has found her artistic sweet spot […]