I think we all need a little bit of calm in our lives about now so today join me as we stroll through the wonderful bonsai collection located at the NC Arboretum. It is truly a magical and relaxing garden to wander through and hopefully Continue reading →
Queens Berry and Flower Farm, Pisgah Forest
Chris and I have lived in our little place in Connestee Falls for six years and the good news is that we are still finding new places to visit. Just when I think I have been to every farm market and produce stand around I Continue reading →
Wild Art – North Carolina Arboretum
As always I am drawn to outdoor art installations and the latest Wild Art installation at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville did not disappoint when we visited several weeks ago. A short walk through the grounds revealed many fabulous sculptures that fit in beautifully Continue reading →
Blooms at the NC Arboretum
A visual post today to share some of the beautiful things blooming at the wonderful NC Arboretum. Continue reading →
Quotes to Remember
On our recent trip to the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, I was intrigued by the many quotes that we found gracing the rocks around the resort. I thought today I would share some of those with my readers because they just were so Continue reading →
A Glimpse into The Omni Grove Park Inn
Our 39th anniversary celebration was held at The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina. What started out as a celebratory meal ended up turning into a wonderful one night getaway to the beautiful and charming Omni Grove Park Inn. We had two lovely Continue reading →
Stickwork at Biltmore – Part Two
I was thrilled to be able to view Stickwork at Biltmore Estate again on my trip there last week. Stickwork, by Patrick Dougherty, is a large-scale, unique-to-Biltmore outdoor sculpture. The outdoor exhibit, located in Antler Village, is the perfect playground for young ones. The great Continue reading →
Like No Other – #Biltmore Blooms
Another trip to Biltmore estate to specifically see the roses happened last week. Friend and neighbor Elaine and I set out to see the roses as they are blooming up a storm. Elaine is a flower nerd. I don’t think she would mind me writing Continue reading →
Oakanoah Trail – Connestee Falls
We are really blessed to live where we live. We have a nice series of trails within our community that our trail stewards maintain really well. We have not been on every trail but recently we checked out another one that was pretty amazing. Right Continue reading →
Sanitary Fish Market and Restaurant – Morehead City, NC
You read that name correctly. Sanitary Fish Market and Restaurant in Morehead City, North Carolina was established in 1938 by the Garner family and boasts high quality food in a clean and friendly environment. Chris and I had to visit on our recent trip to Continue reading →