PTKH Syndrome, or Working Through Things
One of the things I love about the start of a brand new, spanking fresh year is the built in excuse to go a little mad with organizing and tossing. […]
NC First in Freedom Festival 2026: Celebrating America’s Revolutionary Roots
In February 2026, southeastern North Carolina will transform into a living history experience as eight counties come together for the inaugural North Carolina First in Freedom Festival. Scheduled for February […]
One Man’s Perspective; Tiger World Zoo
We have a great granddaughter, MILA. She is 5 years old and lives in Orlando, Fl. They came to visit us over Thanksgiving. Now you know that we try to do […]
Love Notes – How to Create a Meaningful, Beautiful Love Note for Anyone You Love
It is always a good time to express your feelings to those you love. In fact, the theory goes…the more love we put out into the world, the more will […]
Step Into February: The Power of Walking Outdoors
February can feel like the longest month of the year — the holidays are behind us, spring still feels far away, and the cold weather can make staying inside tempting. […]
Balancing the Impossible: Scott Hartley’s Dance with Fire and Form
For glass artist Scott Hartley, creativity has been a lifelong thread. As a child, he filled pages with pencil drawings and paintings, never imagining that art could become a full-time […]
5 Simple Ways to Keep a Clean House; Despite Having a Family That’s Always on the Go
Most families with kids can barely remember the series of events that unfolds Monday through Friday! Between getting the whole family ready to head out the door in the morning, […]
Habit Stack Your Way to a Better Day
Life changes when we make changes, when we consistently incorporate new behaviors into our day. So, let’s be honest: If we think in terms of changing our life, we’re likely […]
One Man’s Perspective; Angels
When we were sailing, we knew we wouldn’t sail forever, so we bought a lot across the highway from the marina. It was a nice lot on a newly developed […]
Take a Hike: The New Year’s Resolution That Actually Sounds Fun
As we stumble into 2026, bleary-eyed and clutching our obligatory green smoothies, it’s time once again for that annual ritual: setting resolutions we’ll abandon by February. But this year, I’m […]
