Solar Eclipse Visible in Western NC on August 21

Posted on August 7, 2017August 7, 2017 by Jill

How and where are you spending your Solar Eclipse day, two weeks from today? I pray that it’s good weather! We are waiting to see and will take a day trip either northwest to the mountains or southeast to the beach area.

Here is some more North Carolina solar eclipse info from Our State magazine. They feature places in the North Carolina mountains.

This month, a rare total solar eclipse will darken the sky in western North Carolina, while illuminating once-in-a-lifetime memories.

Source: Solar Eclipse Visible in Western NC on August 21 – Our State Magazine

10 Charlotte Spots to Celebrate National Ice Cream Day

Posted on August 4, 2017August 7, 2017 by Jill

July brings promises of late nights catching lightning bugs, fireworks after the ball game and days so hot they heat the lake to the temperature of bath water. Each day brings a new opportunity to sample the myriad flavors of the quintessential summer treat. From Cookie Monster to Birthday Cake, soft serve or hand dipped, Charlotte ice cream parlors offer happiness in a cone. Peruse our picks for must-try craft creameries. Two Scoops Creamery 913 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC Must try: The two scoop cone Nestled in the heart of Plaza Midwood and with a second location at Lake Norman, Two Scoops Creamery makes their crafted ice cream with a secret family recipe. Owned by three best friends, this ice cream parlor features unique, homemade flavors and selfie ready artwork by local artist Miriam Yumet. Golden Cow Creamery 170 W. Summit Ave, Charlotte, NC Must try: Flights – three ping pong ball sized scoops, mix and match flavors

Source: 10 Charlotte Spots to Celebrate National Ice Cream Day | Charlotte’s got a blog

Flame Azaleas

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Jill

Have you ever seen the orange flame azaleas blooming in the mountains in middle springtime?? They are gorgeous! If you do see the orange blooms, take notice and enjoy. They aren’t very plentiful. This is a photo of the blooms up close.

Check out my flower page to see more pretty blooms.

Oliver, my African Grey

Posted on August 2, 2017August 2, 2017 by Jill

My African Grey parrot turns 15 years old today! We bought him a cheesecake with cherries and whip cream on top. He says “yum, yum” when eating this kind of stuff! He’s been saying all week, “Happy Birthday, Oliver…. birthday cake”

Oliver my African Grey