Jack Smith Park in Cary, N.C., is the perfect microcosm of what I look for in a “little adventure” outdoors – entertainment, creativity and natural beauty. The park has all the typical parts you’d expect like brightly-colored playground equipment and nicely landscaped green spaces, but what’s not typical are the art installations. The towering whirligig sculptures of Vollis Simpson, a farmer/machinist turned folk artist, comprise the park's delightful centerpiece. If you've e

It’s hard not to love Edinburgh, Scotland. The people are friendly, it's easy to get around and the blend of old and new is fascinating. This bustling capital city is divided between Old Town with its medieval history and New Town with its evolution from the 18th century to now. Plus, there’s a long coastline and green hills and expanses. Edinburgh sits on the remains of a 350-million-year-old volcanic island. And, with glacial erosion and time, the ancient volcanic formation

Add the marshmallows to the cocoa, grab a fuzzy blanket and cozy up on the sofa–it's the final stretch for Christmas movie marathons!...

Mashed potatoes, rolls, gravy…Christmas meals are a feast of carbs. It’s all tasty, but it’s heavy. For something that’s lighter,...

Poor apples. They’re like the middle child of produce. No one ever says they’re rock stars or calls them a ‘superfood.’ Mothers don’t...

When we drove up to Ponce City Market in Atlanta my expectations were lukewarm. I thought we’d have a nice brunch, walk around a little...

She was a scandal. Pouty lips, rumors of wild unladylike behavior and, of course, all that money. Broadway torch singer Libby Holman married into the wealthy R.J. Reynolds family at the height of the Great Depression, but her story was anything but a dream come true. Tragedy, whispers and innuendo followed her throughout her life. Libby’s story is like a film noir screenplay. All the ingredients are there including wealth, passion, intrigue and, most importantly, a suspicious

Nestled inside Winston-Salem, N.C., is the beautiful, historic area of Reynolda. It’s the perfect day-trip destination offering...

“Discount” and “gourmet” are words that don’t usually end up in the same sentence. Well, when it comes to the food section of T.J. Maxx, they do. If you like specialty items at a great price, make the Maxx your go-to. Don’t just take my word for it, there are plenty of respected publications dedicated to food and fancy cuisine that break down the mystique that is T.J. Maxx gourmet, and, for that matter, its sister stores, Marshalls and HomeGoods. The biggest misconception is

You don’t need to spend hours or lots of cash to create a visually interesting and frightfully fun serving table for your next Halloween party. Follow these quick tips for transforming your table faster than a werewolf appears in a full moon. Stick with a Theme A table looks best if there is a consistent theme in both story and color. The idea is to avoid too many elements and only use what makes sense to tell your spooky story. Also, you'll be adding serving dishes and tray