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As I’m writing this, my husband is about to head home from Japan after what truly sounds like the trip of a lifetime! Visiting Japan has been on his bucket list for years, so I’m thrilled he finally made it happen.
While he was away, life at home certainly didn’t slow down. We were right in the middle of our annual CrossFit Open at the gym. If you don’t follow CrossFit, this is basically the “Super Bowl” of CrossFit each year—three weeks of intense workouts that test your fitness and bring the entire gym community together. It’s exhausting, exciting and incredibly rewarding all at the same time.
But in the middle of all the busyness, I made sure to carve out time for something my soul really needed—a quick trip to Raleigh to visit two of my best friends. The three of us have known each other since elementary school and have been inseparable since high school. And honestly, nothing fills my cup quite like time with these two.
A few weeks ago, I shared on social media that I’m really trying to prioritize rest in 2026. For someone who tends to stay very busy, that means intentionally slowing down—even when it feels like I don’t “have time.” That trip to Raleigh was a perfect example. My schedule said I didn’t have time to go, but my heart said I needed to.
I think so many of us—especially women—spend our days rushing from one thing to the next. We’re constantly juggling responsibilities, schedules and to-do lists. And sometimes we forget to pause and simply enjoy the little moments along the way. (Trust me, I’m reminding myself of this just as much as I’m sharing it with you!) Life moves quickly enough on its own—we don’t have to rush it along.
Speaking of full schedules, April is packed with wonderful events throughout our community! To name just a few: Second Harvest Food Bank’s Empty Bowls event celebrates its 25th anniversary on April 22 with the powerful mission that “Everyone deserves to eat.” The Piedmont Earth Day Fair returns April 18 (see page 47), Pretty In Pink Foundation will host their Triple Crown Casino Night on April 17 (page 45), and Smart Start of Forsyth County presents Raising Forsyth on April 10 at the Millennium Center (page 59). Be sure to also check out our full calendar of events on page 60 so you don’t miss a thing!
We’re also thrilled to feature The Miller Group at Morgan Stanley on our cover this month. Their article poses a thought-provoking question when it comes to financial planning: What will my legacy be? That’s a big question—and honestly one I haven’t spent enough time thinking about yet. You can read more about their perspective on page 18.
April also continues our Summer Camp Guide, with our big finale coming in the May issue! If you’re starting to plan summer activities for your kids, you’ll definitely want to explore the many amazing camp options featured beginning on page 30. From sports and outdoor adventures to arts and creative programs, there’s truly something for every child.
Our team is so proud of this issue, and we hope you enjoy every page.
Wishing you and your family a beautiful month of April!
All my best,
B
