Some weekends are packed with plans. This one was not — and that was exactly the point. David and I recently packed up our two dogs, Winston and Ruthie, and headed to Tuxedo Falls in Zirconia, NC for a long-overdue weekend of absolutely nothing. No packed itineraries. No obligations. Just mountains, fresh air, and two…
Weekend Getaway
The Must-Visit Coastal Towns in Eastern North Carolina (2026)
I was born and raised in northeastern North Carolina before spending 3.5 years in Greenville at East Carolina University. While in college, I worked in downtown Little Washington at the cutest boutique right on the waterfront — and I credit that experience with sparking my love of small, coastal towns that you drive through on…
How to Travel with Dogs: Everything We Have Learned from Our Rescue Pups (2026 Update)
Our rescue dogs are absolutely our pride and joy over here, and we have always aimed to keep them comfortable in all aspects of their lives. We learned so much from our two boys, Winston & Gizmo, over the years, especially when it came to travel with dogs. I was reminded of just how helpful…
Two Rescue Dogs Walk into a Village: Our Dog-Friendly Fearrington Staycation
When we told our two rescue dogs we were going on a staycation, they did what they always do — one did her tippy-tappy dance and the other stared at us with his deep, philosophical suspicion. By the time we pulled into Fearrington Village, even the skeptic had his nose pressed against the back window…
15+ Must-Try Restaurants in Wilmington NC (Updated for 2026)
Wilmington continues to be one of my all-time favorite cities in North Carolina, and the food scene just keeps getting better and better. Whether you are visiting for a weekend getaway or are lucky enough to call the Port City home, there is truly something for every kind of dining occasion — from celebrated waterfront…
