Though many people in the US were caught up in the media coverage of the Gulf oil spill in May 2010, Nashville, Tennessee was dealing with its own disaster as more than 13 inches of rain fell in a two-day period. Many homes and businesses were destroyed or severely damaged during this time. The Lighthouse […]
This week kicks off the 100th anniversary celebration of Boston’s beloved Fenway Park. The home opener is tomorrow and next week the team will mark the anniversary of Fenway’s opening on April 20, 1912 when they play American League rivals the New York Yankees. After last year’s historic meltdown, Sox fans are hoping that their […]
There’s no place quite like the South Carolina Lowcountry, so named because most of the region is at or below sea level. Located along the South Carolina coast and including the sea islands, the Lowcountry is world famous for its historic cities and natural beauty. Charleston, Beaufort, Hilton Head, Seabrook Island and other communities all […]
In last Wednesday’s blog post, we visited a gorgeous home in Vermont built in the modern Shaker style. This style has inspired many designers with its understated details and simple functionality. This home, which takes its design from multisided Shaker barns, is filled with natural materials including plenty of exposed wood, a pebble-and-stone inlaid compass […]
Bright colors are nature’s way of advertising whether it’s a brilliant blue butterfly trying to attract a mate or the yellow, black, and red-banded coral snake sending out a vibrant warning not to come too close. Businesses tend to follow this example by using bright colors and signs to let others know how to find […]
You really want to try that new vegan restaurant downtown but it’s Sunday night and pouring rain. Who wants to go out in that? But there’s nothing in the fridge, so what do you do? You call Valet Gourmet if you’re lucky enough to live in western North Carolina. The nine-year-old company that began with 13 partner […]
