Tappity tap tap. Tappity tap tap. What makes that sound? On my phone it is the text tone I have given our youngest son when my phone is set on vibrate and it makes me smile when I hear that repeated rhythm. but the tappity Continue reading →
Fences have a purpose. Usually a fence is something that is built to keep something contained. A fence can do either one of two things – it can keep something in or it can keep something out. As I was reviewing pictures I had taken Continue reading →
I am a sucker for gadgets. Give me the latest innovative item that claims to be the perfect answer to any problem and I jump on board. I gave Chris a really ingenious gift, or so I thought, at Christmas and I claimed it this Continue reading →
Life is funny at times, isn’t it? Traveling is definitely different these days than it used to be. I’m not complaining – just stating a fact. Chris and I are fortunate to be able to do a lot of traveling and we always, always, always Continue reading →
After falling in love with Thomas Dambo’s work at the Arboretum (read about that here) I knew we had to visit his latest installation at Raleigh’s Dix Park during our trip to see Aaron and Erin. Dambo’s mission is simple but powerful: create art that draws people Continue reading →
Today a look back at a trip to Sylva, North Carolina where Chris and I happened upon a delightful place. One of the wonderful areas in the Museum of the American House Cat included a section with cat teapots and tea kettles. Of course I Continue reading →
On Monday I shared a bit about the Thomas Dambo’s Trolls: A Field Study exhibition at the North Carolina Arboretum. As promised I will share the remaining trolls featured in this wonderful creative installation. I have heard from several of my readers that they have Continue reading →
One of the great things about where we live is the abundance of fabulous and creative exhibitions and art installations that pop up all around the area. It truly is an amazing and artistic area and Chris and I try to do as much “seeing” Continue reading →
I always have to share beach pictures and it is no different this week. Being back in Brevard where it took a cold turn (though nothing like some areas of the country) I am longing for the beach a little bit even though we just Continue reading →
Last week at the beach Chris and I stayed at a new to us place and it was a small boutique hotel right on the beach. When Chris checked in, he told me there was something I would love in the lobby. He does know Continue reading →
