Mother Nurture – Investing in Knowledge and Skills That Last a Lifetime

It’s wedding season, which means, it’s flower season. My husband and I recently attended a wedding outdoors with the Appalachian Mountains as the backdrop. The bride and groom stood in […]
Acknowledgement Levels at Work

Which of the following are examples of acknowledgement? “Hey, how’re you doin’?” “That was awesome!” “You are incredible.” They all are because acknowledgement comes in several shapes, sizes and forms. […]
Impatience: My $900 Story

Whether you work or not, there is something about Friday at about 4:00 p.m. that may beckon you to step back from whatever it is that keeps you busy all […]
One Man’s Perspective; Tattoo

What do you think of when someone says TATTOO? For me it is permanently marking the skin with some sort of pattern. We were invited to attend a Tattoo, so […]
Mastering Acknowledgement

As a former organizational coach, I was privileged to listen to deeply moving and inspiring stories about people from all walks of life who practiced the “I really see you” […]
Trackside Talks – Pace Lap

The year was 2019. It was a perfect spring day in March when I found myself at my first ever NASCAR race in Phoenix, AZ alongside my boyfriend (now husband, […]
Little Mountain Farm & Cattle Co. – The Goodness of Generational Farming

Shopping local takes on new meaning at Little Mountain Farm & Cattle Co. in Sherrills Ford, as one family honors their legacy in the most honest, intentional way – by […]
One Man’s Perspective: Party Time

Sometime ago, my wife mentioned she wanted a party. I responded with enthusiasm, asking the occasion. She reminded me, I was turning 90, a fantastic milestone. Initially, age hadn’t dwelled […]
Celebrating Father’s Day at Lake Norman

Celebrating Father’s Day in the Lake Norman area offers a variety of options for creating special memories with your dad. Father’s Day is a special occasion to honor and appreciate […]
Dynamis Estate Wines’ Sunday Supper: A Culinary Journey

photos by: PHOTO ARTISTRY BY MELINDA The Dynamis Experience Nestled atop the highest vineyards in Yadkin County and sprawled across a vast 1,500-acre estate is Dynamis Estate Wines. Dynamis isn’t […]