A snow day in North Carolina is a rare and wonderful day. We long for it and wait for it but if it happens are we prepared? This week I found myself unprepared for the snow day that developed. There were so many things I wish we would have had. We all went to…
Author: Kathiey V
Bookstore Adventures-Discovering Bookstores
I love books. Since I love books, it makes perfect sense that I would adore bookstores. With this in mind, I thought it was high time I became familiar with the bookstores in my area and the bookstores I find in places where I may travel. My plan is to search in my area…
Sunday Amazon Shopping-Nine Must Haves For a Cold Winter Day
What should you wear on a frigid day in Utah? That is the question I am pondering right now. The family has talked about going to Utah for my Son-In-Laws birthday. We would not be going in the warm summer months but in the bitter cold of winter. Josh loves to ski. He did visit…
Travel NC-Tryon Palace in New Bern NC
Things to see and do in New Bern NC Travel with me to Tryon Palace in New Bern NC. I was so excited to be in New Bern, NC. First on my list of places to see, Tryon Palace . Here is a quote from their website …Royal Governor William Tryon and his family…
Recipe Review-Soft Snickerdoodles-My Favorite Christmas Cookie
I have always loved Snickerdoodles. I recall when I was a child, during the Christmas holidays, my mom prepared many different types of Christmas cookies. She made Chocolate Chip Cookies, Spritz, and Sugar Cookies. I remember the year she added Snickerdoodles. I think everyone in the family fell in love with this cookie. I…
New “Pinterest Plan” December 6, 2021-Recipes and More
If you are like me, you love Pinterest. I have many boards and tons of saved ideas. I was thinking I wanted to use recipes and other tips and techniques I have saved on Pinterest. I know I will never use all the posts at my fingertips unless I have a plan. I thought, why…
Five Book Reading Wrap-Up For September 2021
Join me for my five-book reading wrap-up! Here is my Youtube Video I could not find anything on a movie but I think it would make a good one! ********************************************************************************* Book 2 “Grump” by Liesl Shurtliff Genre- Fantasy, Middle Grade, Retelling, Adventure, Fairy Tales 4.07 stars on Goodreads out of 5 stars I give this book…
Fall/Sept. Bucket List-Happy Day Fall Has Arrived
I love when fall arrives. Even though it will be in the 90’s here today in NC, the promise of fall is bright. Early morning when I walk, Brodie, it has been in the ’60s the last few days, and the feeling is glorious. I decided to make a list of the things I…
Weekly Words-Tuesday Quote for August 17, 2021
Quote of the Week I had my life goals set and did not see any reason that they would not be accomplished. I married, had two children, and had grandchildren on the way. I was looking forward to retirement and spending quality time with my family. I envisioned family dinners and family travel. I did…
How do I choose the best watermelon? Here are some tips!
I decided to repost this article because it is watermelon season. These helpful hints in choosing the best watermelon have been on the money for me. I love watermelon. I can remember as a kid on the farm sitting outside with a huge slice of watermelon. Forget the plates and forks and knives. My…