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Port City Pooches: An Area Guide for Wilmington’s Dogs from Compass Pointe
Port City Pooches: An Area Guide for Wilmington’s Dogs from Compass Pointe “A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” – Josh Billings “We observed evidence that pet owners fared better, both in terms of well-being outcomes and individual differences, than non-owners on several dimensions,” study researcher…
Read MoreImprove Your Tennis Performance With Pilates
Improve Your Tennis Performance With Pilates Have you ever watched a sporting event wondering how that athlete performs the way they do? Whether it’s hitting a home-run, swinging a golf club or tennis racquet, each athlete works hard at conditioning their body to be at its peak performance at all times. Pilates is an exercise…
Read MoreAn Outdoor Enthusiast’s Paradise: Trilogy Lake Norman
Located in Denver, NC, near beautiful Lake Norman, this Trilogy community places you near the hustle and bustle of metropolitan Charlotte, while still giving the illusion of seclusion
Read MoreNational Peach Ice Cream Day this Sunday!
The best way to celebrate is to be in the state that’s famous for its sweet, juicy, ripe peaches – Georgia. With its Spanish moss-laden trees, pecan orchards, and red clay, Georgia has an abundance of spectacular views that speak to the heart. There’s something homey about Georgia with its slow, warm days and cool, cricket filled nights. Southern hospitality is a way of life here with wide,
Read MoreWilmington’s Got the Summer Brews!
Wilmington’s Got the Summer Brews! A growing trend throughout the United States is the popularity of microbrews; Wilmington, NC is no exception. With a wide arrange of personalities comes a wide range of taste. Wilmington’s got one for everyone! Our growth of local breweries offers a relaxing environment to soak in all that is Coastal…
Read MoreWine Festival and Sacred Mayan Journeys at the Riviera Maya
Wine Festival and Sacred Mayan Journeys at the Riviera Maya TAO Inspired Living has created a guide to the best and most interesting festivals in the Riviera Maya, organized by date to help you plan your travels accordingly. Some of the dates might change year after year, so make sure you check directly on the…
Read MoreIntroducing…Living Single
I’m pleased to announce that ideal-LIVING is inaugurating a new column, “Living Single.” And, I’m delighted that I’ll be your guide. Why a column devoted to singles? Let me offer several reasons: Crunch the Numbers More than half of all American adults are single, and 42 percent of people 45 and older are divorced, widowed…
Read MoreQuintessentially Southern… With a Twist
Quintessentially Southern… With a Twist The Charming Coastal Town of New Bern New Bern, N.C., is a classic Southern town steeped in rich southeastern tradition with an upbeat, progressive vibe that keeps it growing. History is alive in the charming Southern town of New Bern. It gently blends with the modern nuances of renovated and…
Read MoreUniversal Design &”Green Initiatives”
Building the ultimate home for the active 50-plus community is the goal of Del Webb, a division of Pulte Homes. This company has carried out extensive research in order to understand the exact needs, desires and wishes of their clientele. Add to this customer validation and personalization options on all designs, plus the opportunity to experience a Del Webb community before purchasing and performance testing on every new home, and it’s no wonder that Del Webb is a building company of choice.
Read MoreA Trail for All Seasons
A Trail for All Seasons Story and Photos by Richard Sachs Are you familiar with the Northern Rail Trail? When you drive up to Lebanon, you go right over it. This well used recreational gem passes under I-89 just past Exit 17, at about the 54.4-mile marker. If you can (safely) look over the guardrail,…
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