You vowed this year would be different. You resolved to eat healthier, and you found it's easier to stick to the plan when dining at home. However, when you get a break from the kitchen your resolutions take a break too. It's the [...]
Angry and scared are the best ways to describe my 7-year-old son when I told him about his dentist appointment today. It's not one of those biannual cleanings; it's going to be an extraction. They are going to put a needle in his mouth, numb the [...]
After school activities were cancelled yesterday due to impending inclement weather. Yes, Winter Storm Jonas has it's eye on the Triangle, and school officials want to keep students safe just in case. It didn't snow last night, but Lego club was [...]
We do a lot of Going in our lives. Going to school, Going to work, Going to the gym and soccer practice and many other activities. The list of Goings is long and you can probably fill-in-the-blank of all the places you go. You probably [...]
It was an unusual morning as I sat on the couch sipping my coffee while listening to the rain tapping against the house. The boys were sleeping and snuggled with their daddy as I slipped away for a quiet moment for devotions and reflections. The [...]
My husband and I have been cheering for the Carolina Panthers since they came to Charlotte in 1994, but the real fun started when we had our boys. Our family football traditions have evolved over the years, but teaching our boys about the [...]
My boys have always been interested in sports, but this year the scale tipped to outright football fanatics. It might be in-part to our favorite team, the Carolina Panthers and their winning streak season (Yay!!) or maybe their passion for sports [...]
It seems everyone has a voice these days. If you have a device that can access the internet, than your voice will be heard. Social media makes it easy to locate like-minded souls and spread your message. It can be a dream for entrepreneurs and [...]
Tucked behind the trees and foliage on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill is an elegant hotel that resembles an Italian Tuscan Villa-- the Siena Hotel and Il Palio restaurant. At first glance, it's easy to see why this richly appointed Autograph [...]
They warned me kindergarten was different. It wasn't the imaginative play, hours of playground time, and alphabet learning that I remembered. My 6-year-old, Aiden didn't have my experience to compare to his, but he knew one important fact. I'm [...]
