November 2021 “From the Heart”

Hard to believe that 14 years ago, the first issue of Forsyth Family Magazine was printed. Goodness how time flies, and my how we’ve grown and improved through the years. None of this would be possible without the support of our readers and amazing advertising partners. For that, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

November is synonymous with thankfulness, and I’m feeling particularly thankful at this time. In the same week, I lost a favorite aunt and was fortunate enough to be a guest at a wedding of a wonderful young couple. Two opposite ends of the spectrum of life. Both were celebrations, and love permeated both events. Celebrating the life of my aunt, Tina Darnell, who was the epitome of love, patience and kindness. Married to my Uncle Buck for 66 years, mother to my cousins Vickie and Bonnie. What an example of a servant heart she was, and I am thankful for having had her in my life! The day after her funeral, we drove to Jefferson, NC to celebrate the wedding of Kara Blue and Harry Johnson. Such a sweet couple with a lifetime of memories to be made. I was grateful to be included as it was a welcome reminder of the circle of life.

Our cover features Crossnore Communities for Children. What a blessing to have them in our community! If you’re not familiar with them and all the services they provide, do not miss reading their story! Beloved annual holiday events return, such as Tanglewood Festival of Lights and the UNCSA presentation of The Nutcracker! Holidays are surely upon us! Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with love and sumptuous food!

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-law, Briana’s husband, Jonathan and Morgan’s soon to be husband, Deep! She is very excited to welcome her first grandchild in May. Robin and her family are avid music fans and enjoy going to concerts and movies. She loves 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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