Note in the Pocket’s tagline is “Clothing Children with Dignity and Love,” and their sweet background story and grassroots rise is inspiring. They directly serve children in Wake County Public Schools, so I was eager to make volunteering at
We are a petless family much to the dismay of my children. The begging, the promises of doing all the work, the longing in their eyes when they visit friends with pets– it’s almost enough to cause my husband and
When it comes to romantic dinners, why should Valentine’s Day and anniversaries get all the attention? My husband and I have a standing Friday night date, which over time has morphed into a “stay-date” since going out every Friday
Wake County Public Schools certainly offers plenty of choices for parents, including calendar options, and it can be confusing to know if a Traditional or Year-Round calendar is best for your family. If you are new to Wake
It seems our December calendars fill up earlier and earlier each year. Not surprising with all the wonderful Holiday events around the Triangle. (Click here for Jenne’s favorites!) And while most Holiday traditions include the kids, many require a babysitter.
September was birthday season, and lucky for me two celebrations included items that had been patiently waiting On The List:
An escape room
The new ropes course/zipline experience in North Raleigh
Did We Escape? I’ve been
Who wants to go to a musical playground? Hands raised with enthusiasm–mine included. At this point in the summer I’m seeking the August trifecta: 1) something different, 2) something in air-conditioning, 3) something roughly 30 minutes away (often a guaranteed
Sax-a-where? That was my reaction when a friend, an Ohio transplant no less, asked if I had been to Saxapahaw. For a concert at the Haw River Ballroom? To eat at the General Store? For Saturdays in Saxapahaw? Sadly, in
There’s no better way to enjoy our heavenly spring weather than hanging al fresco. And thanks to the success of trendy spots like The Durham Hotel and old faithfuls like Top of the Hill, rooftop opportunities are now in abundance
For all the stink my neighborhood can raise when yet another grocery store is proposed in our vicinity (good try, Publix), one might think the new Sprouts Farmers Market is an unwelcome intruder. Yet the Sprouts parking lot has been