March 10, 2016
Herbs and Essential Oils
Growing up in rural North Carolina I was surrounded by farms and fields. My family operated a Bed and Breakfast, which was called The Gatesville Hotel. This home had 33…
March 10, 2016
Carolina Coleslaw
North Carolina is known for its barbeque. We love it so much we even have an app where to find the best bbq. And you can't eat it alone. Carolina…
March 7, 2016
Bunny Ear Napkins
It's spring! Fresh flowers are the best and easiest accents for Easter. They make a table come alive. There are so many table linens and napkins in spring colors. It is hard to choose. Source:…
March 7, 2016
Easter Tablescapes
Bring the fresh look of spring to the dining table. Easter says pinks, yellows, lilacs, lively greens, little rabbits, chicks and jellybeans. Just displaying one large bunny with a bouquet…
March 5, 2016
On the Go Travel Games
Traveling long distances alone is fun. The phone is off. You have your own music or book playing. You take the back roads to your destination. You stop along the…
March 4, 2016
Make-up Travel Tips for Carry-Ons
Traveling long distance flights are tedious. Within six hours of your flight, you are so restless. When booking flights , I look for flights that correlate to my body rhythm…
March 2, 2016
Charming Italy
Italy. I was told before going to expect the unexpected. And believe me, that is true. Our destination was Pistoia It is a small city and within an hour’s drive…
March 1, 2016
Carolina Girl from Smithfield
There is a song about Carolina Girls. My husband said he heard it long before arriving in Carolina. When you are born and raised in Carolina, you grew up…
March 1, 2016
1812 on the Perquimans
Perquimans County of North Carolina. Its Indian meaning is “ Land of the Beautiful Women.” It is nestled on the coast of North Carolina surrounded by the Albemarle Sound with…
February 29, 2016
Queen Sugar
Who doesn't love a great Southern read ? Our Southern culture offers stories of tall tales to romantic spins and mysteries unsolved. If you're from the South, the fictional characters of any…
February 29, 2016
Transferware Florals
Transferware and flowers. I love the combination. Nothing speaks as elegant as redwedge and roses. Transferware has been used in Southern homes since the big plantations of 1800's. It is…
February 28, 2016
Sunday Brunch Quiche
Brunch is good any day, but Sunday Brunch is special. A day of reflection and worship. A day of visiting family and friends. I look forward to Sunday Brunch, especially with…
February 28, 2016
Living by Logic
Living by logic. As an adult, we have decisions to make.Daily you hear the media, politicians, leaders, social media everydayers, voiced their demands and opinions upon others . As we say…
February 24, 2016
Easter Time
February 23, 2016
Beautiful Bulbs for Spring
The purple-leaf shamrock is a low-growing foliage plant for the garden that also makes an attractive indoor plant with its rich, vibrant, purple leaves. The dark colors blend well and…
February 23, 2016
Bunny Bait
This highly addictive sweet & salty mix is quick and easy to throw together, using popcorn, candy melts, and your favorite combination of pretzels, nuts and candy. Pop your popcorn and…
February 22, 2016
Wanderlust
Awwhh.. Home . USA. The last leg of the flight that says arriving at your final destination in 20 minutes. I'm back. Put your seatbelts on and prepare for landing. …
February 19, 2016
Sounds of Spring
Sounds of Spring Just before the sunrise and the sky is changing from dark to light, you can head the sounds of spring coming. The songs of the Carolina Birds.…
February 17, 2016
Pack Your Bags
I love this little story. My husband and I travel quite a bit. We are sitting in a restaurant in Japan. The waitress asked what we would like to drink. My…
February 16, 2016
Must Have Apps
We all have our favorite apps. There are so many to choose from. It is amazing. I believe there is an application for just about anything. A year ago,…
