Tag Archives: Brevard

A Beloved Local Business Closes its Doors – Writing About Friends

Posted on June 2, 2021 by scout2011

It’s always an honor to be asked to write something, especially when it’s for dear friends. After 13 years, a beloved downtown Brevard business, Kiwi Gelato, is closing its doors. I’m thankful that our hometown Brevard newspaper, The Transylvania Times, … Continue reading →

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The best in night in Brevard: Adult Spelling Bee to support Augustine Literacy Project on March 21st!

Posted on February 27, 2020 by scout2011

Adult spelling bees are the BEST. Last year, the Augustine Literacy Project – Brevard held its first annual Adult Spelling Bee. Y’all, it was the most fun I’ve had in a LONG time. This year’s Bee is Saturday, March 21, … Continue reading →

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New article: “Looking Ahead to Summer in Brevard”

Posted on June 6, 2019 by scout2011

Hi, folks. My newest freelance article is up at Fisher Realty (Brevard, NC). Here’s to summertime in the mountains! To read, click here.

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New column: “‘History junkies’ needed to make field trips come alive”

Posted on September 6, 2018 by scout2011

Field trips make history–and any other subject–come alive, for kids of all ages. This and more in my newspaper column this week. Plus the Transylvania History Society, who is looking for a local history buff to help them help area … Continue reading →

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New column: “Before kindergarten begins, this preschool deserves thanks”

Posted on August 23, 2018 by scout2011

In one day, my younger daughter will go to kindergarten. My last child, my buddy, my baby. But before she does, I need to thank the preschool that cared so well for both my daughters, and for me, for the … Continue reading →

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New column: “Play the tourist in your own town”

Posted on August 10, 2017 by scout2011

I am lucky to live in a vacation destination. This means dealing with tourists. Thankfully, my 8 year-old reminds me of the joy in this. To read my column this week in The Greenville News (with tons of big, pretty … Continue reading →

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New column: “Autumn is a heartbreaker”

Posted on October 21, 2016 by scout2011

My column this week in The Greenville News is about my favorite time of year, and the bittersweet beauty its short season holds. I do hope y’all enjoy it. To read, click here.

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New column: “Things to remember about the Pisgah National Forest”

Posted on June 9, 2016 by scout2011

My column this week in The Greenville News is filled with tips for those thinking about heading into the forest this summer. In my case, the Pisgah National Forest, which rims the town where I live: a mecca for hikers, … Continue reading →

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New column: “When a book is more than a book”

Posted on January 28, 2016 by scout2011

This week’s brand new column in The Greenville News is all about the best way to escape. Are you thinking, Caribbean island? Think again…. To read, click here.

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Today’s column: “Tips on building a perfect summer day”

Posted on June 26, 2015 by scout2011

Today’s column is up at The Greenville News, and it’s full of my favorite recipe for a perfect summer day. To read, click here. Hope y’all enjoy!

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