“From the Heart”

Despite the pandemic causing our normal rapid pace of activities to slow down…time has still managed to fly by. It’s September already, and I’m left wondering where time has gone! Good to know there is something that Covid hasn’t affected! Although, I think most anyone you ask would agree, we are ready for time to fly to a vaccine, to the end of social distancing and wearing a mask, to the end of this pandemic!

This marks the sixth “From the Heart” I have written since COVID-19. I just returned from my summer vacation with my family where we spent eight glorious days basking in the sun on Madeira Beach in Florida. Yes, Florida, I know, I know. Why would we travel there during the pandemic? But, this area is no more of a hot spot than where we live, and we drove versus flying! As you probably know, the Gulf Coast of Florida is my little piece of heaven on Earth. This year was especially sweet given that at one point when this all began, we had no idea we’d even get to go on a vacation. We originally planned to go to California this year but decided this was not the year to visit there. Spending such quality time with my family always reinvigorates me and gives me a renewed sense of purpose. I hope that you were able to vacation whether away or a staycation at home and re-charge your battery as well!

The September issue features the vision for the new Kaleideum building. It is a wonderfully creative design, and I can’t wait to hear more details about the interior and exhibits in the coming months. Kaleideum North and Downtown are amazing facilities, but bringing the two together in one building in such a fantastic location will enrich the experience tenfold. Construction is expected to start summer of 2021 with expected completion in spring of 2023. I’m very excited to spread the word about the new Sunflower Extravaganza at Kersey Valley. Be sure to check out page 5. It’s the first year and perfect timing when we are all looking for outdoor activities to enjoy. Kersey Valley also has the Corn Maize and Spooky Woods, which are fall favorites, not to mention a host of other activities, so make a day of it!

I pray you and your family stay safe and, for now, wear a mask!

Blessings!

Robin

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Robin Bralley

Forsyth Family publisher/owner from 2007-2022. She turned over the reins to the very capable Brooke Eagle in 2023 and remains a part of the team as an Account Executive. You’ll also most likely see her stocking magazine racks around town. Robin grew up in Clemmons and has called it home all her life. She has a degree from High Point University and after finding herself downsized from her marketing position in corporate America, Robin joined forces with Forsyth Woman publisher and friend, Keela Johnson to launch Forsyth Family.

She and her husband, Tim, have been married for almost 35 years and share two grown daughters, Briana and Morgan, as well as a son-in-laws, Briana’s husband, Jonathan and Morgan’s husband, Deep! She welcomed her first grandchild in May 2023. Being Mimi to Collins is one of her greatest joys in her semi-retirement. Robin and her family are avid music fans and enjoy going to concerts and movies. She loves traveling, watching birds on her many backyard feeders and flower gardening. She is an active member of New Day Community Church and feels closest to God on her daily walks at Tanglewood Park with husband Tim.

Regarding her favorite thing about Forsyth Magazines, Robin said, “It’s hard to narrow it down to one specific thing, but meeting all of the wonderful people I come in contact with and being a small part of local businesses’ success is top of the list!”

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