Monday, three cups of coffee, smiling, ready to go! Use Monday as a stepping stone to a positive week! Monday is called many names ... Why not call it opportunity? Monday, I'm still standing. Monday, it's just another day, or a new week to move...
Connie Francis passed away at 87, closing the chapter on a life lived fully, loudly, and often, defiantly. Her voice, instantly recognizable on hits like "Stupid Cupid" and "Where the Boys Are," was just one facet of a woman whose journey epitomized ...
Hey friends! Happy Monday from right here in beautiful Western North Carolina! Mondays can sometimes feel like trying to push a boulder uphill, especially when you're still dreaming of the weekend's mountain adventures. Start lifting your mood right ...
Get ready for a celestial spectacle! This Thursday, July 10, 2025, marks the arrival of the first full moon of the astronomical summer, often known as the Thunder Moon or Buck Moon. If you're in Western North Carolina, you're in luck – this magnifice...
A student holds a small, strange-looking device that looks like a speaker aimed at a flickering flame. He flips a switch, a deep, rumbling sound fills the air, and poof—the fire vanishes as if snuffed out by an invisible hand.It seems like something ...
The world often tells us vacations are for couples, families, or groups of friends. But what if your soul is craving something different? What if you're yearning for an adventure that's solely yours – a "bravecation" where you step outside your comfo...
Extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable; it places immense strain on your body's ability to cool itself. When sweating isn't enough, your core temperature rises, leading to potentially dangerous conditions like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and the mos...
Endangered Species Day, observed on May 16, 2025, is a day to raise awareness of endangered and threatened species and the vital work being done to protect them. Being a part of the conservation tale of the bog turtle, one of the most endangered and ...
Some musicians' songs have the sensation of a dialogue with a witty, witty, and brutally honest friend. Without a doubt, Jill Sobule was one of them. It just hits you differently when you learn that she died in a house fire in Woodbury, Minnesota, on...
The past wasn't just about "cool" fashion choices; it was also filled with awesome music and everyday objects that people used, relied on, and couldn't imagine living without. But to your modern eyes? They might look like alien artifacts, weird ...
Ready to rally the troops? Here are some Friendcation activity ideas adaptable to your corner of Western NC, tailored for different vibes and age groups, all designed for a 2-to-5-day getaway within about 50 miles of your home base:The Energetic Expl...
Monday, three cups of coffee, smiling, ready to go! Use Monday as a stepping stone to a positive week! Monday is called many names ... Why not call it opportunity? Monday, I'm still standing. Monday, it's just another day, or a new week to move...
Three Bean Salad This three bean salad is a blend of kidney beans, green beans and garbanzo beans, all tossed in a sweet and sour dressing. A classic salad that's easy to make and is the perfect addition to almost any meal! CourseSalad CuisineAmerica...
"Beautiful Boy" by John Lennon Written by: John Lennon For: Sean Lennon. Julian, Sean's older half-brother,Hey Jude", initially "Hey Jules", was a cheer-up from McCartney in the midst of his parents divorce. This track, however, written for Lennon's ...
There are many methods for shopping at farmers tailgate markets. There's the make-a-list-in-advance tactic (we offer a weekly rundown here for that kind of shopper). There's the do-a-lap-first-then-form-a-plan strategy. And then there's the grab-ever...
Beer-Basted Pulled Pork Sliders Yields: 12 ServingsCook time: 7 hPrep time: 20 minutes IngredientsBaste1 bottle (12-ounce) dark beer1 cup (2 sticks) butter1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon ground cumin1¼ cup cider vinegar1¼ cup distilled white vinegar1½ t...
Today is Monday. Where I live, the sun is shining. Birds are singing, there's a beautiful breeze, sadness is overwhelming. Words are spoken online, on television, I hear cries of help, I hear cries of mourning, of loss. So many times, over...
This pasta dish just screams summer! A quick dish made with homemade Cavatelli pasta, (can be purchased fresh or frozen in any Italian specialty store) cherry tomatoes, zucchini, corn and marinara. Perfect to whip up on busy weeknights as this dish c...
Once the choice is made, do not look back, do not second-guess your decisions. Muhammad Ali Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th. Julie Andrews Believe you can and you're halfway there. Theodore Roosevelt One ought, every day at l...
I love grilled vegetables and always looking for recipes ... Goop.com is the place for all about grilled veggies! Grilled Sweet Potatoes GOOPBy steaming the sweet potatoes first, you get an incredibly moist and creamy texture. A few subseq...
Scientists and spiritual teachers alike agree that the simple act of smiling can transform you and the world around you. Current research (and common sense) shows us that a smile is contagious. It can make us appear more attractive to others. It...
The "Prince of Darkness," John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne, died on July 22, 2025. He died at the age of 76, and for many, it marks the end of a colorful, chaotic, and absolutely unique time in music hist...
Connie Francis passed away at 87, closing the chapter on a life lived fully, loudly, and often, defiantly. Her voice, instantly recognizable on hits like "Stupid Cupid" and "Where the Boys Are," was j...
Hey friends! Happy Monday from right here in beautiful Western North Carolina! Mondays can sometimes feel like trying to push a boulder uphill, especially when you're still dreaming of the weekend's m...
There's a certain magic to a Southern summer night. You know the one: where the air hangs heavy and warm, cicadas hum their twilight song, and then, slowly, one by one, tiny lights begin to wink on. F...
Get ready for a celestial spectacle! This Thursday, July 10, 2025, marks the arrival of the first full moon of the astronomical summer, often known as the Thunder Moon or Buck Moon. If you're in Weste...