Note: I paid for this trip myself and it was not sponsored by Airbnb or the property owner. But, guess what! If you sign up using my referral link, YOU can save up to $65 on your first Airbnb booking for the property of your choice! Click here Recently my husband and I took a few days to get away to the mountains in the southwest part of our state, North Carolina. We wanted a quiet and private Continue Reading
RECIPE: Fall trail mix is easy-to-make healthy snack
Here’s a simple idea for a yummy high-protein snack anyone can make. No culinary skills required! Trail mix is so simple that there really is no way to screw it up. And there’s also no right or wrong when it comes to ingredients — use any combination of nuts and dried fruit that you like. You can also add in some chocolate or small candy for sweetness if desired, such as chocolate chips, Continue Reading
9 fun ways to walk with your family this fall
Walking is excellent exercise, and Fall is the perfect time to venture outdoors and explore on foot! While a simple walk around the block is great, there are a lot more ways to get a walk in while having tons of fun at the same time. In this story I wrote for Blue Cross NC, discover nine fun ways you and your family can get walking this fall. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
10 healthy ways to have fun in North Carolina on a budget
Looking for some free and low-cost ways your family can get a healthy dose of fun this summer while staying close to home? You’re in the perfect place – North Carolina! We are fortunate to have so many recreational opportunities and resources in our backyard. In this article I wrote for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, see a sampling of places across the state to give you ideas Continue Reading
Favorite places for a beautiful walk in Orange County, North Carolina
Being out in nature is great for your health, both physically and mentally. Here are some of my favorite beautiful places in the Hillsborough and Chapel Hill area to enjoy a scenic walk. All of them have free admission and are open year-round. Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area – This scenic trail goes through the woods, along the peaceful Eno River, and up to the overlook where you’ll Continue Reading
A beautiful fall hike at Eno River State Park
Today I had the pleasure of leading a ladies hike at Eno River State Park, on a gorgeous early November day. We've had a lot of rain lately, but fortunately the weather was perfect. Crystal blue skies, colorful leaves and crisp temperatures...it was the kind of hike I dream about all year. This idea was born because of the great time we had on the National Trails Day Hike in June. We really Continue Reading