Parents raising their families in the High Country of North Carolina
Last year my sister kick-started this idea for me as she gave both of my kids a super cute certificate for a date night with Aunt Ra-ra. It included dinner at a restaurant of their choice, arts and crafts, special dessert, and a sleepover. BEST …
I just realized the title of this post sounds more like a confessional than a blog post…..and it just might be. I get cabin fever after two days of back-to-back rain and not being able to go outside. So while I love when Fall comes …
This was such a great event last year, and you should be sure not to miss it this year! The Rocky Knob Fall Festival combined with International Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day (no joke-it’s for real an international holiday) is coming this weekend ! …
I know some Mom’s do this ALL the time. They drive off the mountain just for dinner. I am NOT that Mom. I anticipate and plan a trip off the mountain pretty rarely but always appreciate it when I do. This weeks blog focuses on …
It seems like there have been a lot of young families moving to Boone recently! I have been able to meet a few of them and thought it might help (from one person’s perspective anyway) to compile a list of useful information if you are …
It is hard to believe July 4th is this weekend! Wow, summertime is flying by so quickly. Thought I would share some of our weekend adventures we have planned. We are going to miss a great event: West Jefferson’s Christmas in July. July 3rd, Thursday …
Our most recent camping trip was at the New River State Park the weekend of the New River Canoe Race. We have owned a canoe for the past two years and have enjoyed introducing the kids to moving water. We joined two other families at …
Last week we took a look at a few places where you might be able to serve our community with your children. Here’s a peek into a few more: Green Street Catering – This catering ministry is housed at our church, Alliance Bible Fellowship. I …
Some schools are still in session, you might be wondering how you’re going to fill some of those sun-filled days in the High Country. We have many great opportunities to serve others right here in our area. I believe it is important to teach children …
In a few weeks, many students throughout the High Country will take the North Carolina End of Grade Tests (EOG’s), which are often a source of stress amongst students, teachers and parents. As a former school counselor, I spent thirty percent of my time coordinating …