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Preface I was working on this post in late September when the world stopped for all of us in Western North Carolina with the arrival of Hurricane Helene. It has been described as destruction of biblical proportions and it sure seems so to me. The folks who live in Western Carolina are a resolute group and I have been moved by the stories of neighbor helping neighbor, which has been the primary… Read More
Chihuly exhibits are always fun to visit. The experience is always enhanced by the beautiful venues selected for each installation. This year’s Chihuly exhibit at The Biltmore in Asheville, NC is no exception. We had a fun girlfriend’s trip down to Asheville for the day to see the new exhibit and enjoy lunch on the estate. This year’s installation is indoors and is a safe bet even during hot, cold, or rainy… Read More
The rain has passed, the sky is clear, temps in the 60s and we are in another little slice of heaven. Linville, NC.
I have been absent from posting for the last six months – due to some family health issues. Helping my mother navigate today’s medical system has been a daunting and emotionally draining undertaking – but more on that topic in a future post. For today, I want to get back to capturing a small slice of what makes life in the North Carolina mountains so special. Lush mountain landscapes have always enveloped… Read More
