We recently attended ‘Spirits of the Season’ to benefit the American Cancer Society. I thought you might enjoy seeing pictures of a few of my friends who were also dressed for a…
I recently read an article that stated that women should stop wearing jeans when they are 53. Really? Most clothing can be worn in good taste if you keep an open mind…
As the days become shorter and the weather turns colder, our adventures take place much closer to home, and photography becomes a real challenge. We still haven’t conquered the lighting issues with…
I thought it would be appropriate to wear this merlot colored top on the last day of our winery and vineyard tour. You often ask me about luggage and packing. I bought…
On a recent weekend getaway, Mr. Mickey and I visited a few of the many vineyards and wineries in our area. One of our favorites is Shelton Vineyards in Dobson, North Carolina.…
I am usually hungry again in about two hours if I eat only fruit and vegetables. I combine nuts, seeds, and ancient unprocessed grains with my meals to maintain a comfortably full…
Early in the day on Saturday, we enjoyed a small lunch at Carmel’s at the Grove Arcade. We spent part of the afternoon shopping at Biltmore Square, where I found my favorite…
Later in the day, on Saturday, during our weekend away, we visited another couple of vineyards and wineries. Here are a few more photos from our mini-vacation, but today, I want to…
We spent last weekend exploring a few of the hundreds of vineyards located in North Carolina and Virginia. Our first visit was to the breathtaking Raffaldini Vineyard. After taking a stroll around…
On the first evening of our recent trip to the wine country of North Carolina, we enjoyed an excellent dinner at The Harvest Grill on Shelton Vineyards in Dobson. We always stay…