From the camels to the zebras and the stingrays to the flamingos, all of the animals seem to be loving on Kenny. For the past few years, we have purchased the yearly membership to Greensboro Science Center, so we have become quite accustomed to the animals there. Some of our favorites include the penguins, otters, meerkats, flamingos and Kenny in particular loves the cat … [Read more...] about Close Encounters Of The Flamingo Kind
Donna Everhart Book Signing + April Reading Log
It's amazing all of the cool things that are going on around you if you choose to look. In my Facebook perusing a few weeks ago, I found a Donna Everhart book signing, hosted by Pig City Books. I had Everhart's book, "Saints of Swallow Hill" in my TBR pile for quite some time but, for whatever reason, I hadn't gotten around to reading it yet. I purchased two more of her books … [Read more...] about Donna Everhart Book Signing + April Reading Log
Enjoying All The Picklyness Of The 2024 NC Pickle Festival
The NC Pickle Festival is an annual event that celebrates all things pickly. Taking place in Mount Olive, NC, where, you guessed it, Mount Olive Pickle Company resides. I have never been to this festival before but, as a pickle lover, I felt it was where I needed to be. Though Kenny is not a pickle lover, he still agreed to accompany me and smell and admire pickles all day. I … [Read more...] about Enjoying All The Picklyness Of The 2024 NC Pickle Festival
World Wildlife Day Story Time: The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A Zebra
In honor of World Wildlife Day, we are going to chat about stripey horses, aka zebras. I am going to tell you a funny story about how Kenny almost got eaten by a zebra, then I will share some fun zebra facts with you. Finally, we are going to learn some ways we can help this "near threated" to "endangered" species thrive yet again. The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Day Story Time: The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A Zebra
15 Places To Donate Your Hair
Getting a haircut soon? If your hair is long enough and fits certain criteria, you should really consider donating it. Be sure to let your stylist know that you want to donate your hair before they start cutting as many hair donation facilities require a certain length of hair in order to accept your donation. Most organizations require hair to be washed and dried, placed in a … [Read more...] about 15 Places To Donate Your Hair
Sevierville’s Newest Attraction: SkyLand Ranch + 4 Great Nearby Restaurants
SkyLand Ranch is a new, in progress, attraction in Sevierville. By "in progress" I mean that they recently opened, with several parts of the attraction ready now for you to enjoy, and construction going on with plans for many more exciting additions in the future. Right now they have a small petting zoo, a chairlift, mountain coaster, store, restaurant and snack shop. We also … [Read more...] about Sevierville’s Newest Attraction: SkyLand Ranch + 4 Great Nearby Restaurants
9 Family Friendly Things To Do In Pigeon Forge In Winter
My family and I love going to Pigeon Forge. I can't even begin to tell you how many times we have visited this area of the Great Smoky Mountains. Of course, vacationing might work better for your family in the off season. Never fear! There is so much fun to be had in Pigeon Forge in the winter. Check out our picks for 9 family friendly things to do in Pigeon Forge and let me … [Read more...] about 9 Family Friendly Things To Do In Pigeon Forge In Winter
Check Out My Rose Glen Literary Festival Book Haul
On Saturday I attended the 13th annual Rose Glen Literary Festival. I was fortunate enough to meet several authors and purchase many more books to add to my every growing "To Be Read" Pile. Everything in my Rose Glen Literary Festival book haul was inscribed, making this collection extra special. During the festival, I saw several speaker presentations, including Tala Shatara … [Read more...] about Check Out My Rose Glen Literary Festival Book Haul
Slow Cooker Chili Recipe: As Seen In “Seriously Good Chili Cookbook” by Brian Baumgartner [Kevin from “The Office”]
Any of you who know me are aware of my obsession with The Office. It's my favorite show of all time and I have enough merch in my house [including a MASSIVE collection of Funko Pops] to prove it. I can also find an Office quote [suitable or not] for any occasion. Try me. I don't fancy myself a chef [I mean I can keep you alive...] and never thought I would see a recipe of mine … [Read more...] about Slow Cooker Chili Recipe: As Seen In “Seriously Good Chili Cookbook” by Brian Baumgartner [Kevin from “The Office”]
6 Items You Should Never Buy Used
I love saving money as much as anyone. But some people take savings and bargain hunting to an extreme that I highly suggest you avoid. There are many items that are great to buy from thrift stores and yard sales, but there are also several things that I feel you should never buy used. Here are my top 6 items you should never buy used. I only buy these items brand new - shrink … [Read more...] about 6 Items You Should Never Buy Used