I read a few years ago that maxi dresses are akin to yoga pants, and I could not agree more. I gravitate towards maxi dresses year-round and have been reaching for lightweight versions during the fall when the temperatures are still mild in North Carolina. Maxi dresses come in so many different styles and fabrics…
2024
Fall Weekend: the Best Things to Do in Valle Crucis, NC
In November 2021, David and I took a weekend getaway to Valle Crucis to stay at the historic Mast Farm Inn. I swoon over historic inns, and Mast Farm Inn is on the National Historic Registry and Valle Crucis Historical District of Watauga County. This quickly became an annual tradition for us each fall. Our…
20+ Best Restaurants in Raleigh that Aren’t Actually in Raleigh
It is no secret that I am a big fan of all things surrounding Raleigh, North Carolina. It’s also no secret that I love trying new restaurants. I consider one of my skill sets to be in food and restaurant recommendations, and while I love Raleigh, some great dining destinations are actually in the ‘burbs…
5 Things I Tried and Loved in September 2024
Here we are in the last full week of October and am truly in disbelief that the holiday season is about to get into full swing! September was a whirlwind and I honestly got behind on writing and reading. That said, I purchased an Asheville-based gin that is a great way to support this local…
Fall Front Porch Tips with Fairview Garden Center
I always look forward to decorating our front porch for fall, and my go-to place for picking out our fall flowers and pumpkins is Fairview Garden Center in Raleigh, NC. One of the reasons that I enjoy this time of year with decorating so much is all the possibilities for color combinations. I often lean…
