Top 10 dog-friendly destinations in the US were written to help you uncover vacation destinations for you and your pooch. If you're like me, you've probably been road-tripping and taking extended vacations in larger spaces due to the current situation dubbed our "new normal." Since … [Read more...]

15 Things You Don't Want Kids To Miss In Durham NC when you plan your visit this summer is sponsored by the DCVB. All opinions are my own. I can't believe we only have a year left on our NC tour. I love being in the military and traveling but coming home for five years was nice and I'm really … [Read more...]

Last weekend was the annual Crank Up at the Ole Gilliam Mill, in Sanford, NC. I thought I would share some of what I experienced at this year's event so that you could mark your calendar for next year. The Crank Up at the Ole Gilliam Mill is held the weekend after Mother's Day every … [Read more...]

Our experience visiting the Thomas Wolfe House Asheville NC was a step back in history and I think everyone should stop by and check it out. I was lucky enough to get to go to the Type-A Mom Conference in Ashville, NC this past weekend with my daughter. While I had a great time at the … [Read more...]

The Diana Wortham Theatre in downtown Asheville, North Carolina has announced the schedule of performances for the 2015/2016 Mainstage Series. The Mainstage Series presents a wide range of top touring artists in music, theater, dance, comedy, and other performing arts in an intimate, 500-seat hall. … [Read more...]

Last year I didn't get a chance to go to the annual NC Potato Festival, and I really regretted it. This year I've marked my calendar, and you should too! The North Carolina Potato Festival in Elizabeth City, NC will be held May 15th, 16th, and 17th! Luckily, the weather is looking pretty good … [Read more...]

Are you looking for ways to volunteer in Elizabeth City, NC? If so you've come to the right place! Volunteering time and monetary donations is a great way to give back to your community and serve those around you. There is truly no better feeling than helping those in need. I have listed some … [Read more...]

Are you looking for VBS in Elizabeth City, NC? If so you have come to the right place! I am doing my best to compile a complete Elizabeth City, NC Vacation Bible School Schedule here for parents, so if you know of a local or nearby church that is hosting a VBS this year please add the info to the … [Read more...]

It may not seem like it but The Great Wolf Lodge is a wonderful place for a honeymoon; and the Whirlpool Suite is a must! When we arrived at Great Wolf Lodge in Concord, NC the people at the front desk were pleasant and helpful. They gave us our keys, which happened to be wrist bands, and we were … [Read more...]

We all have visions of taking our kids to the Art museum. There we are standing looking at a Renaissance masterpiece and our children are discussing the finer points of the play of light on the Madonna's face. And yet, for those of us who are brave (read: foolish) enough to venture in to those … [Read more...]

I wanted to spend more time exploring my own backyard and today it really paid off. I went to the 2nd Annual Family Fun Day at the Raleigh Executive Jetport in Sanford-Lee County. The Jetport actually opened in October, 2000 and celebrated it’s 10th anniversary by letting people come in and watch … [Read more...]

I know that I wrote about the Thomas Wolfe House Asheville NC and how awesome it was, but I can tell you this. Nothing can compete with Mother Nature. After finishing our tour we decided to check out the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. We started our trip by heading to the Blue … [Read more...]

Over the summer my family (minus husband) went to NC to visit our families. Because we are both originally from NC, most of our family lives there, so it is always a fun visit. Normally when we travel to see the grandparents, we do the same things. Visit where they work, hand out at family … [Read more...]