Some days are more perfect than others and lately Chris and I have been comparing notes on what perfect days we have had together. One that stands out is a day in Australia when we walked for hours at low tide. There were tons of Continue reading →
The Park at Flat Rock
Chris and I love the little town of Flat Rock, North Carolina, and it is a quick drive there from our home. There are some places to eat and shop (not that we are doing that lately) and some lovely places to walk. Sunday morning Continue reading →
The Gift of Giving
People who volunteer tend to experience fewer aches and pains. Giving help to others protects overall health twice as much as aspirin protects against heart disease. People 55 and older who volunteer for two or more organizations have an impressive 44 percent lower likelihood of Continue reading →
Blooms in the Conservatory
Any trip to Biltmore has to include a trip to the Conservatory. This magical place houses some of the most beautiful blooms on the estate and every time I go I manage to take a plethora of pictures because they plants and flowers are just Continue reading →
#BiltmoreBlooms 2021
I always look forward to going to Biltmore in the spring to see all of the spring flowers. two years ago we went just to walk around on Easter and loved it. Last year – the grounds were closed. This year we decided to go Continue reading →
Stickwork at Biltmore
Chris and I visited Biltmore on Easter morning and as always it was a treat. I always love to see the tulips and other spring flowers and will share those later in the week but first let me share this really unique exhibit that is Continue reading →
A Quick Walk Around Town
Chris and I popped into town earlier this week primarily to see the new mural painted by Billy Smith on the crosswalk at Broad and Jordan Street. If you missed that post click here to view a pretty amazing work of art. While we were Continue reading →
New Public Art in Downtown Brevard
If you have read any of my blog posts over the years you know that I am a huge fan of public art. Sculptures, statues, murals – it all has a special place in my heart. Brevard recently had a small section of Jordan Street Continue reading →
What’s On Your Camera Roll?
A quick post today to let you see what I have been snapping pictures of on my phone. If you follow me on Facebook you have probably seen most of these but here we go. First up – because of the lake dredging we had Continue reading →
Window Walk at Transylvania County Library
Transylvania County Library in Brevard, NC has always been a fabulous place but during the past year they have stepped up in a lot of great ways to help locals. Books and other resources are available and there are always friendly librarians to help with Continue reading →