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Zero Energy Homes – Affordable Zero Energy and Net Zero Homes Are Now Available and Viable.

Zero Energy Homes—Affordable Zero Energy and Net Zero Homes Are Now Available and Viable. Energy… that magical…

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Invasion of the Nectar Snatchers

Invasion of the Nectar Snatchers Last week the text message I had been waiting for finally came…

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Healthy Aging with a Little Help from Your Intergenerational Friends

Healthy aging is an important part in being able to live your life to its fullest. We all want to stay as fit and sharp minded as possible so we can continue to enjoy the activities we love doing. Below is an article where therapist Karen Peterson explains just how we can achieve the goal of healthy aging.

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Christmas in Conway, on Hallmark

Christmas in Conway, on Hallmark Hallmark’s latest holiday inspired movie, “Christmas in Conway,” is sure to be…

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Biltmore in Candlelight: Candlelight Christmas

Biltmore in Candlelight: Candlelight Christmas Evenings Asheville, North Carolina, is a lively and picturesque town, home to…

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New Year’s Resolution

The height of my fervor for any given New Year resolution comes in around 11:30 pm on…

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Taking the Plunge: Polar Bear Plunges

Taking the Plunge: Polar Bear Plunges It sounds crazy. Maybe it is. But every year, in cities…

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Living in Paradise: Iberostate in The Dominican Republic

Living in Paradise: Iberostate in The Dominican Republic Located just an hour and a half from the…

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So You Want a Lawn

Bare spots from foot or vehicle traffic, bare earth left after new building or landscape construction, former garden beds, or overgrown weedy areas you’ve cleared out, are all sites where you may want to establish a new lawn. Proper site preparation, including soil amendments, choosing the right grass varieties, and then proper planting and aftercare are the keys to establishing a healthy lawn.

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A Lowcountry Golf Revival

The Lowcountry of South Carolina extends from Murrells Inlet below Myrtle Beach, south through Charleston and Beaufort to the Savannah River, east to the Atlantic Ocean, and west as far inland as the Spanish moss hangs from the trees.

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Florida 55+ Communities| LakePark at Tradition | Florida Retirement

Top 10 Myths About Retirement

“The times they are a-changin’.” I’m pretty sure Bob Dylan wasn’t talking about retirement when he sang these famous words, but he sure could have been. Retirement planning, including all of the non-financial aspects, needs to be done quite differently today.

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Great Gift Ideas for Mom on Mother’s Day

With Mother’s Day this weekend, children of all ages are running around trying to figure out the perfect gift for Mom. Mothers hold a special place in our hearts. There’s something magical about them that can fix anything, from nightmares to skinned knees to broken hearts. With just one hug from our mothers, everything in the world is made all right again. So, it is no wonder we all want to try and find the best gift for our special Mom.

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Memorial Day and Its History

Memorial Day & History: In 1915 after being inspired by the poem “In Flanders Field” by Jim McCrae, Moina Michael wrote her own poem in reply…

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Choice Perennials For 2014

Each year, members of the Perennial Plant Association– the industry group representing growers and professional garden designers nationwide-vote on their top perennials.

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Growing Roses Successfully

Growing roses successfully, and for more than one season, starts with proper selection of both plants and the site. Plant properly, give sufficient water and fertilizer, and regularly watch for pests or problems as you admire these beautiful shrubs. Unless you’re a rose fancier or exhibitor, roses don’t require a great deal of care.

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5 tips for getting the most out of your home appraisal

You’re getting ready to sell your home. Or say you are refinancing. Either way, one major step…

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Top 5 Reasons to Buy In the Wilmington, NC Area NOW

Top 5 Reasons to Buy In the Wilmington, NC Area NOW Here’s a list of Compass Pointe‘s…

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Best Places to Watch a Sunset in September

Best Places to Watch a Sunset in September Right now, from late August into September, is the…

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Origins of Fall Flowers

Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Gladioli, asters, chrysanthemums, and everlastings are some of our…

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10 Reasons to Travel in October

October is the glorious month that officially marks the beginning of fall—and unofficially marks the rush towards…

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