April 2022 – From the Heart
By the time this issue is published, we will have finally moved into our own “fixer upper!” We’ve been working on our new, little home since September, and it’s hard […]
APRIL IS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
BY GUEST BLOGGER DENNETTE BAILEY, BLOGGER WITH TRIAD MOMS ON MAIN Child abuse awareness is very close to my heart, as I was a victim of child abuse. One of […]
Nutritious and Delicious Smoothies for a Sippable Snack, Meal, or Dessert Drink
Whether it’s a snack, dessert drink, or a meal replacement, sip and savor smoothies to complement your life and benefit your health. At home or on the go, a smoothie […]
The Farmer’s Basket Presents the Philosopher’s Physic Garden
The open forum of a marketplace provides a refreshing getaway from shopping aisles. Each venue offers a unique setting that may include activities for children, live entertainment, and an array […]
How N.C. Forestry Service Helps Homeowners, Part 1
The men and women of North Carolina’s Forest Service are unseen heroes, shepherds caring for our state woodland areas. While society is well aware of the rangers’ affiliation with the […]
Reflections of a Southern Yankee First-World Problem
I opened the door to my dryer and reached inside for an article of clothing. My hand closed around a shirt—a shirt that was cold and wet like a dog’s […]
Peanut Butter Jelly Time: 5 Simple & Delicious Variations on the Childhood Classic
When I say that the peanut butter and jelly sandwich has played an important role in my life, I’m not exaggerating. Some of my fondest memories growing up with my […]
The Bathroom A History of Designs and Customs
The bathroom has come to have a high status in the home. For most of us, it’s not only a place of rest and rejuvenation, the bathroom is also a […]
Revelations from a Maundy Thursday Vigil
“Can you stay with me for one hour?” Jesus requested of his apostles. The invitation is a calling, a walk to a peaceful location of grace. First, a stance, perhaps […]
Lent A Season of Reflection, Repentance, and Preparation
How do you prepare for things? Maybe you prepare by studying your talking points before giving a presentation at work, or maybe you start packing weeks before your family goes […]