Why We Should All Celebrate and Recognize Armed Forces Day
Image: The homecoming of a Triangle Flight of Honor return flight in November 2010. Chances are you know someone in the military. It could even be yourself. Whether active duty, National Guard, or retired Veteran, either you or someone you know made one of the most important decisions in their lives by becoming a member … Read more
Cheering on Miss North Carolina 2012 in Tonight’s Miss America Pageant
Every little girl dreams of being a princess. In the United States that’s impossible, but the next closest thing is Miss America. I know there was a time or two when I was a child that I did the Miss America wave from my living room (or the back deck but don’t tell anyone). Tonight, … Read more
The Second Most Important Element of Christmas – Family
A personal reflection of what Christmas really means to me – faith AND family – and how important it is to take the time for both during the season.
Reflections of 2011
Last year I reflected on events around the world. Since this year was a banner year in my own life, I want to spend some time just thinking backwards as to why it was. As I do, I smile. In January, I got to volunteer at the 2011 NHL All Star Game right here in … Read more
What I LOVE About Christmas in the Triangle
Two weeks ago, the holiday season officially kicked off here in our neck of the country with the annual Raleigh Christmas Parade. In the six years I’ve been here, I had never gone until this year and I’m so glad that I did. The weather was perfect, the smiles on the faces of the little … Read more
