A snug mattress atop a vintage brass bed set the scene for a peaceful slumber. They woke to dappled sunlight peeking through yellow floral curtains and the soothing sounds of a motor running and a dog barking next door. This early morning cacophony continued for a while, prompting the woman to get up. After a […]
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Other than a flutter of eyelids and a gentle sway of the curtain the house was hushed in sleep. A moment later, more fluttering, a sign that full consciousness was not far behind. Eventually, the eyes open to sunlight peeking in. A shiver runs through the woman. It is unclear if this is from anticipation
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Cashiers, North Carolina My family and I took a day trip to Cashiers, North Carolina, for a hike along the Whiteside Mountain Trail. With everyone’s busy schedules, it’s rare that the four of us can spend a few uninterrupted hours together. With our youngest getting ready to head back to college, this was the perfect
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One definite highlight of our trip was taking the passenger ferry to Ocracoke. While the car ferry is free, I highly recommend paying the small fee to ride the passenger ferry. Parking is limited on the island and the unique experience of being on foot is totally worth it. The village is walkable, with shops
One of our favorite vacation pastimes is thrifting. We visited several great shops: Dare Challenge, CHKD Thrift, Hotline Pink, and Something Old Something New—all located in Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, or Kitty Hawk. Nothing too rare was found this time, but we still came home with a few unique treasures. We also visited Annabelle’s
Curious about the OBX? Whether you’re in it for beachcombing, lighthouse history, or just a break from crowds, this stretch of protected national seashore is the perfect escape. After an 8-hour drive from our home in the mountains, we arrived in Salvo, a quiet town nestled between Nags Head and Hatteras, cats in tow. Our
