5 Everyday Ways to Support Black Businesses
BY TARYN JEREZ According to the Census Bureau, the U.S. is home to roughly 2.5 million black-owned businesses. Its most recent survey shows that Black women are majority owners in […]
In the Spotlight
BY JEN OLENICZAK BROWN Miranda Jones What makes you YOU? My fiery unapologetic passion makes me, me. I admit that I am not the most learned and scholarly amongst my […]
Summit Eye Care
BY DR. VIC KHEMSARA As the summer sunshine brings fruit to our gardens, we at Summit Eye Care are excited to share the fruits of our labor as well. Dr. […]
Learning how to say “No” more, so your “Yes” can make more impact!
BY TARYN JEREZ “And for that reason, I’m out.” It’s my favorite line to quote from the show Shark Tank on ABC. I’ve only seen the show a handful of […]
Writers Who Read: North Carolina Authors
BY MEGAN TAYLOR North Carolina is home to many famous artists, musicians, athletes, and actors. Andy Griffith, Julianne Moore, Luke Combs, Doc Watson, and Michael Jordan are a few of […]
When I Look Back on This Time
BY JEAN MARIE JOHNSON We didn’t ask for this, COVID-19, the pandemic. It arrived unexpected and unwelcomed. Yet we find ourselves here, in the midst of it. And the question […]
Feather Your Nest
BY JEAN MARIE JOHNSON When you look at this photo, what do you see? I see a nest built by a determined pair of house finches, a fanciful home built […]
When Anxiety Doesn’t Seem Like Anxiety
BY MEGAN TAYLOR According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders affect 40 million adults in the United States and are the most common mental illnesses. […]
Your Guide to Booking Your First Airbnb
BY TARYN JEREZ Since its surge in popularity in 2010, Airbnb has made the world of traveling for pleasure much more accessible and affordable for the average household. Regardless of […]
Breaking Up…With a Friend
BY JEN OLENICZAK BROWN You’ve had a falling out (again), and you’re upset. Whatever that upset is: sad, angry, disgusted – it’s bad enough that you left in a huff […]
