Making Lemonade Out of Lemons

Let me start this article by thanking the wonderful ownership and staff at LKN Magazine. Keela, Brooke and the whole team of talented writers and creators have built a phenomenal […]
The Power of Positivity

PHOTO BY CARRIE ALLEN A few days ago, I was sitting at the edge of the playground with a few of my mom friends while our kids played, and we […]
NC State Parks: Lake Norman State Park

“Make your heart like a lake, with a calm, still surface, and great depths of kindness.” – Lao Tzu Welcome back, LKN readers, as we begin our state park journey […]
Retirement: Porch Sitting

I am famous, well, perhaps “infamous” for my porch sitting. Oh, there’s Jean Marie again, say “Hey” y’all. I happen to be a stickler for self-awareness and self-acceptance. I mean, […]
Using Pinterest to Plan Home Projects

There is something beautiful and innately human about cultivating one’s home and the spaces we dwell. New York interior decorator Billy Baldwin, also known as “the dean of interior decorators,” […]
Strengthening Your Manifesting Muscle

“Ask and it will be given to you…” – Matthew 7:7 There is a lot of information out there about the law of attraction and manifesting your dreams. Manifesting […]
Captures by Chelsea: Preserving Moments for Life

Having just celebrated her third anniversary of becoming a professional wedding videographer, Chelsea Kowalski is eternally grateful for what she calls those “beginning brides” who believed in her from the […]
Funny Bus: Explore Charlotte through Comedy

Discover Charlotte in a hilarious new way on the Funny Bus Comedy City Tour. It’s the perfect plan when you have company in town, celebrating a special occasion, or just […]
Lake Norman Fall Sports Report: Carolina Panthers (NFL)

BY JOHN P. CHANDLER By the time you read this, the Baker Mayfield era of the Carolina Panthers will be well underway. Having been a Panthers fan, PSL owner, and […]
Classifying Your Kids’ Friends

We parents are always on the heightened prowl to keep our kids engaged and running in supportive and worthwhile social circles. Part of our job as good parents is to […]