Conquering Fears Summer 2026

I have had a nice summer break (I work for a school district). This summer was about overcoming some fears.  The running joke I have with my husband is that I asked for years to move near Charlotte, North Carolina, but I am scared to drive to and in Charlotte. We settled into a city about 40 minutes from there, and for the last four years, I’ve avoided driving to Charlotte by myself.  I sweat driving to Charlotte. The cars zoom past me, no one switches lanes with signals or caution, and I cannot parallel park.  This year that changed. … Continue reading Conquering Fears Summer 2026

June 2025 in D.C. was a nice getaway

July 23, 2025 June 2025 was full of cuteness. Here’s how it was cute: My husband and I took a week long trip to D.C. because he had to work in the office. While he worked, I vacationed. When we lived in the Sterling/Chantilly/Centerville area, we used to love the restaurant, Chaisin’ Tails, in Sterling, Virginia. It was our weekly spot where we feasted on fried shrimp, fish, or the occasional seafood boil. As a Carolina Girl, you know I love the seafood. It had been five years since my husband went to the office for work. After my husband’s … Continue reading June 2025 in D.C. was a nice getaway