Wallet-Friendly Winter Weekend in Beech Mountain, NC

photos by: BEECH MOUNTAIN TDA With sweeping views of snow-capped mountain tops from 5,506 feet, Beech Mountain, NC, is the ideal destination for winter adventure. Once the 60 inches of […]
Gifting the Intangible

How many times have you heard someone observe aloud that the best things in life are free? I don’t know about you, but as a much younger person, I scoffed, […]
Don’t Waste Your Pain

If you are one of the nearly six million people who tune into “The Voice” each season, I’m with you. The competition, the silliness and oh, the talent! Of course, […]
Chapter You

by ANDREW PARKER Our lives are punctuated by aberrations in our routine. Big events such as a new job, marriage, graduation, first child, relocation or winning the lottery create distinct […]
An Interpretation of Luke 2: 1-21

“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.” One evening, an angel of the Lord appeared to shepherds tending their sheep […]
Five Must-Try Holiday Cocktails – These Five Festive Cocktails Bring Tons of Cheer This Holiday Season

The holidays are great times to try out new cocktails! However, unless you’re a bartender or know a lot about mixology, you might be stuck on what to try and […]
Hustle & Heart – From Boundaries to Bold Moves: Top 10 Tips from 2024

Before we dive into 2025, let’s take a moment to reflect! From game-changing branding strategies to practical steps toward your brand and business goals, don’t miss this 2024 roundup of […]
Oh, Judgment! – Making Judgments or Being Judgmental?

There is a big difference between using sound judgment and being judgmental. We use our judgment every day – cereal or eggs this morning? I need more protein. Eggs. We […]
Enjoying the Holidays Without the Dread of January 2nd: A Balanced Approach

The holiday season is full of delicious food, festivities and gatherings that bring joy and connection. Yet, for many, this time of year can bring a sense of anxiety – […]
Small Strategies Hold Big Promise

One New Year’s Day, while still living in Connecticut, I experienced a pre-dawn Eureka! moment. I was walking my first mini poodle, Miss Noelle, down the hill, up the crest […]