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This Retirement Dream Job Rocks!
by Jim Hughes The way Mike Haase sees it, you’re never too old to rock-and-roll. He’s living proof. He might be over sixty and ten years into a debilitating fight with Parkinson’s, 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? 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 you’re 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 “don’t just live, they come to life.” 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 life’s 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 land—allowing both nature and luxury to shine through as equal partners as one of the Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries.…
Read MoreVeteran’s Day
Today is a celebration with a distinct and meaningful history. Veterans Day, which we honor annually on November 11, is a holiday that truly opens our seasonal month of thanks. President Woodrow Wilson first deemed this special date as the annual Armistice Day in 1918. This treasured date was selected for the celebration of the…
Read MorePalmetto Creek and the Green Swamp Preserve
About twenty miles from historic Wilmington, North Carolina, is the community of Palmetto Creek. Situated perfectly between the Southern charm of Wilmington and the excitement of Myrtle Beach, Palmetto Creek features amenities like six miles of walking and biking trails, a fitness center, resort-style pool, tennis courts, a putting green, kayak and canoe launch, and…
Read MoreTen Tips for Selling Your Home (So You Can Move To St. James Plantation Sooner!)
Via St. James Plantation Blog We want you enjoy our wonderful coastal lifestyle sooner rather than later! But, before making the official move to St. James Plantation, most have to sell their current home, right? To help with that (and assuming your home is already on the market,) here are 1o tips for selling your home faster so…
Read MoreCleaning Tools and Other November Gardening Tips
Leonard Perry, UVM Extension Horticulturist and Charlie Nardozzi, Horticulturist Cleaning garden tools, getting mowers and power equipment ready for winter, and getting any remaining spring-flowering bulbs planted are some of the gardening activities for this month. Use a brush and water to scrub dirt from your tools, then wipe with a light coating or spray…
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