Entertainment… New River Trail State Park 7 Feb 20117 Feb 2011 The New River isn't 'new' at all. In fact, it is the oldest river in North America and considered second oldest in the world; the Nile taking the top spot.…
food… Wine and Women 6 Feb 20116 Feb 2011 A wise person once said that our friends are the family that we choose. It had to have been a woman. As women, we support each other, celebrate our successes,…
Entertainment… Claytor Lake, Virginia 5 Feb 20115 Feb 2011 Southwest Virginia is a gold mine for recreational activity. With mountain peaks, state parks, lakes, rivers, hiking trails, horseback riding trails, scenic drives, campgrounds, well...the list just goes on and…
home… Sweetie Pie & Donkey Get the Vole 4 Feb 20114 Feb 2011 North Carolina protects its moles and voles, as many other states do. We are allowed only traps that catch them alive, which never work for me. And I wouldn't try…
home New Computer 3 Feb 20113 Feb 2011 It's official; I am in love with an inanimate object. Wait, it's more animate than inanimate, with wireless keyboard, mouse, and printer, it seems somewhat alive. The monitor is twenty-five…
Entertainment… Bonjour Paris 2 Feb 20112 Feb 2011 Today I received word that bonjourparis.com was publishing an article on Essoyes, France that I presented for review. I am extremely happy about this. Karen Fawcett and the contributors of…
landscape Winter’s Vineyard 1 Feb 20111 Feb 2011 Winter's VineyardA neighboring landowner has planted a small experimental vineyard. The wildlife love it! I don't think that was the intent but it is the sad reality. However, I also…