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Cultural epicenter of the sandbars
Whoever said that living on the Outer Banks is a trade off of culture for nature? * Okay, maybe I've said that once or twice, but now I take it back. * This week, Outer Bankers have the choice of a solo tenor singing performance, a documentary film, a poetry seminar, an astrology class, cooking classes, wine tastings... Read More
Comfort zones
When is the last time you did something outside of your comfort zone? Something that you have never done before? With people you've never met before? In a place you've never been before? * I admit it. My life has gotten kind of small here on this island. Except for travel to a new place once or twice a year, I tend to... Read More
Don't let it happen to you
February. The mere mention of the month can strike fear in the hearts of Outer Bankers. * I asked someone (not naming any names) how he was doing the other day and he replied, "It's almost February. But at least I've got my health." * No doubt we've known some brutally cold and windy Febs on these islands, but we can... Read More
Enjoy them while they're here
Did you see The Charlotte Observer article last week about the rise in sea level making the N.C. coast unrecognizable over the next century? At least 10 people have emailed it to me. * The article said that water is rising three times faster on the N.C. coast than it did a century ago. If sea level continues to rise... Read More
Surviving winter...
Winter things I love: An entire beach absolutely to myself. Tundra swans. A sunny spot in the lee of the wind. My husband's rockfish/sweet potato stew. Down comforters. Running in Nags Head Woods. Hot baths. Boots, scarves and hats. Chai lattes. Cabs, Riojas and Cotes du Rhones. Ice-edged marsh. Bundled-up kiddies.... Read More