Have you ever realized the night before a big party that you forgot someone on your gift list? Or gotten invited at the last minute to a Christmas party and have no hostess gift to bring? I have discovered the perfect gift that can be put together in about an hour. Handmade coasters! Pair them [...]
Giving and Sharing: Creating A Way of Life
21 Sep posted by
Start the School Year Right With a Healthy Breakfast!
6 Aug posted by
When I think of back to school shopping I immediately think- clothes, or more importantly, shoes. As a mom and dietitian, I start thinking of staples I need in the pantry and quick’n easy lunches and dinners! Between PTO and soccer things get crazy in my house! (but not as crazy as my neighbor’s) However, [...]
Tasty Tuesday: Grilled Vegetables
28 Jul posted by
Here’s another taste of summer for me: grilled veggies. They’re so easy, it’d be silly not to at least try them. Of course grilling keeps the heat out of the kitchen, but the real appeal of these vegetables is their incredible flavor. It’s very easy. You start with fresh vegetables, cut them to the appropriate [...]
Put On a Happy Face! Join Us For Bye Bye Birdie
22 Jul posted by
The hit Broadway Musical, Bye Bye Birdie, opened last Friday at the Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock! The professional cast include many High Country actors of a variety of ages, singing and dancing their way into Conrad Birdie’s heart! You can see all the details about the show by clicking here, but I [...]
Tie Dye Returns in July to The Children’s Playhouse
22 Jun posted by
Splashed with color, a tie dye t-shirt is the ultimate summer souvenir. At the Children’s Playhouse, they make it easy for you to make your own wild and wacky masterpiece without spattering your kitchen or buying a million supplies. For the whole month of July, this local nonprofit children’s museum will offer tie dying from [...]
Beat Summer Boredom Without Breaking the Bank
3 Jun posted by
Crafting with Niki – Recycled Shopping Bag
25 May posted by
Tasty Tuesday: More Gourmet Pizzas
18 May posted by
Garlic Chicken Pizza This first pizza is probably my all-time favorite gourmet pizza. No matter how often I eat it, I mentally give it my vote for best pizza ever. This one is garlicky enough to give you your own special aura for days. Ingredients: sourdough pizza crust 3 chicken breasts, sauteed in olive oil and [...]
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