It's crazy that summer is quickly approaching.  I mean, did we even have a winter this year?  I'm pretty sure I felt the same way last year as summer speedily came to an end. And when I was dressing Audrey in her warm-weather clothing this past weekend only to find that nothing fit. When in … Continue reading the best eastern north carolina day trips.

Welcome to one of America's Prettiest Towns! When we first moved to North Carolina last year, we stopped off at one of those visitor centers along 95, and picked up a travel guide.  I had lived in this area years ago, but I honestly couldn't tell you what I spent my time doing - because … Continue reading 24 hours in edenton, nc.

I recently read a funny comparison that stated Europeans measure distance like Americans measure time. Meaning we underestimate and overestimate the two categories quite often. No, you can not drive across the United States and be able to visit popular destinations along the way on a week's holiday. And no, 300 years is not a … Continue reading visiting bath, nc.

At the beginning of last year I wanted to start a new blog series where I feature 24-48 hours in a city to give you somewhat of a plan for when you visit yourself.  We are busy people.  Sometimes all we have is a weekend to get away, especially with full time jobs, family responsibility, … Continue reading 24 hours in wilmington, nc.

Sweet home, North Carolina. I've always loved this little town.  A charming river front town, situated alongside the Trent and Neuse Rivers.  A town that is the second oldest city in North Carolina with over 300 years of rich history.  A town that was once the capital of North Carolina after being founded by a … Continue reading 24 hours in new bern, north carolina.