It was a rainy, cold day. Even the dog didn't want to go out. I told the kids at breakfast that I was making soup for dinner. I got some eye rolls, but those are so commonplace these days that I took no notice. It irks my family when I talk about dinner at breakfast. … [Read more...] about Roasted Squash Soup Is Antidote for Rainy Day
Dirt and Noise
Something Bubbly – 5:00 Fridays TM
One of my favorite college memories is of a random, scraggly bunch of girls playing Pictionary in the common room of our dorm. We were spent and eschewed the typical weekend revelry of fraternity parties and social misfitting. We sat around in our sweats and played boardgames, … [Read more...] about Something Bubbly – 5:00 Fridays TM
In the New Year, Don’t Give Up
I've been reticent to write anything to usher in 2015. I took a break over the holidays and rather enjoyed being more lurker than sharer. The new year holds such promise, yet I crumble under the pressure such promise brings. There is so much to live up to, and as it is, I don't … [Read more...] about In the New Year, Don’t Give Up
Last Minute Gifts That Are Actually Thoughtful
There's no need to brave the crowds and scrooges out there. So what if all shipping deadlines have passed? There's still time to get gifts in time for Christmas morning. This Holiday season, give the gift of an experience. I prefer to spend my money on adventures rather than … [Read more...] about Last Minute Gifts That Are Actually Thoughtful
Drink Local. Gift Local. – 5:00 Fridays TM
Drink local. Gift local. I'm stealing this idea from Mac Daddy. He's a man of many talents, you know. Mac Daddy has a colleague who's new to our state. This guy appreciates a good brew, so Mac Daddy figured the gift of some Carolina beers would be perfect this holiday season. … [Read more...] about Drink Local. Gift Local. – 5:00 Fridays TM
It’s OK, It’s Christmas
The stressful pangs of Christmas creep are upon us. There is no merrymaking in town these days. The mall is positively the worst place to be this time of year. I've witnessed more than one parking space smack down, and those women toting giant Tory Burch bags will use those gold … [Read more...] about It’s OK, It’s Christmas
Handmade in North Carolina – Emily Brooks Designs
Emily Brooks is a local Renaissance girl among artists. She's smart, savvy, talented, and ever so gracious. Emily just might be Raleigh's It Girl. She hails from Raleigh and calls it home again after a stint in New York City. Emily studied at Wake Forest University and went on to … [Read more...] about Handmade in North Carolina – Emily Brooks Designs