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Turkey: Deep Fried or Roasted?
Last year the battle was between two different holiday meats: turkey and ham. Both had their pros and cons, and if your family is like mine, both kinds show up at all the holiday gatherings regardless. This year weāre keeping it to turkey, but debating whether deep fried is better than roastedāor the other way…
Read MoreKingsmill on the James: An Historical Hidden Virginia Paradise
Kingsmill on the James is an historical hidden paradise in Virginia, just a few miles from the original colony of Williamsburg. This private Virginia gated community is built and designed to be the perfect place for those looking for the perfect combination of entertainment and relaxation. Within the 2,900-acre community are vast amounts of outdoor…
Read MoreLogan Homes: Building Luxury
D. Logan, President and owner of Logan Homes, has been in the business of building strongly desirable homes for nearly thirty years. Starting out as a young carpenter’s apprentice, Mr. Logan learned his way from the ground up as he started building all types of luxury homes, and later, communities in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender Counties. His company, Logan Homes, is known for having the largest satisfaction rating in all of North Carolina, and there is obviously a reason for this large percentage of satisfied customers.
Read MoreHealthy Holiday Eating Tips
We all know that time is coming: the holidays, which means lots of food! But how can you make sure your turkey is the only thing thatās stuffed this holiday season? There are some guidelines you can follow to help you make healthy food choices and limit tempting, high calorie foods throughout the season. When…
Read MoreThis Retirement Dream Job Rocks!
by Jim Hughes The way Mike Haase sees it, youāre never too old to rock-and-roll. Heās living proof. He might be over sixty and ten years into a debilitating fight with Parkinsonās, but put him up on stage with a guitar in his hand and a dancing throng in front of him and suddenly the…
Read MoreFall Care of Roses
Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Do you have some roses that you would like to have survive the upcoming winter, if at all possible, and particularly if new plantings?Ā Or, are you one of those who had roses going into last winter, only to have many die while those of your neighbor…
Read MoreEncanterra Country Club: The Key to the Good Life
If youāre looking for an affordable retirement community that still values luxury, it might be time to check out Encanterra Country Club. Encanterra prides itself on the fact that its residents ādonāt just live, they come to life.ā And how could you not get a second lease on life when located in the vivid landscape…
Read MoreTop Five Thanksgiving Destinations
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful. Whether that means celebrating with family or friends, or taking the time to vacation and relax, there is no right or wrong way to celebrate lifeās blessings. And if a nice, relaxing vacation is what suits you, then look no further than this list of great Thanksgiving destinations.…
Read MoreIntelligent Living: Setting New Standards In Lifestyle & Affordable Luxury
Intelligent Living: Setting New Standards In Lifestyle & Affordable Luxury By Duane Overturf Imagine living in a community that is founded in the belief that our most precious possession is Life. A community for anyone interested in pursuing a life less ordinary. A community for dreamers and thinkers and enthusiasts of all kinds. A place…
Read MoreDataw Island: A Close-knit, Island Community
The Atlantic coast breeze can be felt anywhere on Dataw Island in Beaufort, South Carolina. This once prosperous sea cotton island is now a gorgeous South Carolina gated community that covers 870 acres of beautifully manicured landāallowing both nature and luxury to shine through as equal partners as one of the Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries.…
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