Amy Hill

I’ve always had an affinity for kooky creatures as far back as I can recall. When I was in college, I worked as a leasing agent at my student apartment

Within the four weeks I wrote my February article, a lot unexpectedly changed for the better. As I was writing it, I had no idea how close I was to

I knew this day would come eventually. My worst fear was finally confirmed (well, at least in my mind). For the first time, I believe my age scared a man

In light of Valentine’s Day, and in honor of my cat Phoebe currently curled up on my feet as I am writing this article, I thought it was only appropriate

As the proud owner of a fluffy Maine Coon and a lover of hiking and all things nature, I have a soft spot for any kind of cat – even

I used to think 20-somethings complaining about not being taken seriously at work or by others due to their young age was all talk. I assumed that their perceived lack

Many 33-year-old women have husbands, children and/or career-related passions that give them a sense of identity. When wrapped up in parenting or throwing oneself into a stressful, all-consuming career, there

We’ve all heard horror stories about whales. From SeaWorld deaths to capsized boats in open waters, it’s understandable to be equally awed and intimidated by some of the world’s largest

For those of you following along over the last few months, the good news is that my move to the Wilmington area has been quite a success. I’ve been able

One of Costa Rica’s largest tourism draws is its diverse wildlife population. In North Carolina, seeing a cow in a pasture or a squirrel running up a tree trunk is