Tag Archives: Southport NC
Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas
As the stockings are hung in our homes this month, the cities and towns in which we reside will be donned with their own holiday trimmings. Southport is renowned for its annual Christmas by the Sea Festival, which takes place
December 2012
In my household, we began lighting christmas candles the day after Halloween, and I swooned over scents of balsam fir, cinnamon and peppermint. I’m not certain what it is about 2012, but this year I’ve been really welcoming to December
Shop Small Saturday Sales
Below are tangible reasons to Shop Small Business Saturday, November 24th in the Southport-Oak Island Area. Shopping specials are only valid on November 24th between 9am-1pm. Although most will have additional specials the remainder of the day. The dining discounts
Hurricane Relief
The Adventure Kayak Company will offer a kayak tour on Rice Creek Sunday, November 18th meeting at 1:30 PM. All of the participants’ kayak tour fees collected will be donated to Hurricane Sandy disaster relief. Please contact The Adventure Kayak
Shop Small!
My favorite part of the holidays is selecting gifts for my loved ones. I put lots of thought into what may make my mom smile on Christmas morning, and I can hear her saying in my mind, “Thank you, honey!”
A Craftsman’s Mark
Constructing a home is not merely about bringing together hammer and nail or tile and grout. It is not a color-by-number project to be completed in one rainy afternoon. It takes extreme dedication—not only in attention to detail but
How to Afford Long-Term Care
It’s likely that at some point in your life you will need assistance with your daily activities. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 70 percent of people over age 65 will eventually need long-term
Tried and True Traditions
I am not known for my cooking, but Thanksgiving is a “Michaux Family” holiday at the beach! All of John’s family comes down (last year 16 came plus our 4!), and we take the boat and go at low tide
Tried and True
Gathering around the table with family and friends is the backbone of Thanksgiving. Each November, we pause to remember the good in our lives as we share in laughter and relish in memories with loved ones. Just before heading to
