For Editor in Chief Elizabeth Hudson, an afternoon drive with her mom sparks a meditation on the cars that carry us and loved ones and the memories that ride along with them.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Memory Lane
For our editor in chief, an afternoon drive sparks a meditation on the cars that carry us — from Mercurys to Buicks to Chevy Corvettes — and the memories that ride along with them.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Wish List
As Christmas draws near, our editor in chief takes a moment to reflect on the spirit of giving and the sense of gratitude it nurtures.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Pages Past
Our editor in chief finds wonder in treasured recipes passed between parents, friends, and even strangers and muses on the untold stories that underlie each.
From Elizabeth Hudson: After the Storm
One year after Hurricane Helene, our editor in chief finds awe in the resilient spirit of North Carolinians that arose amidst the devastation.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Jet Set
While attending the Wings Over Wayne Air Show in Goldsboro, our editor in chief reflects on the power of sound and the way it grounds us — to a sense of place and our memories.
From Elizabeth Hudson: A Life in Lunch Breaks
Whether it’s from a brown paper bag, inside a church fellowship hall, or on a restaurant patio, lunchtime across North Carolina marks the daily opportunity to break, gather, and savor the moment.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Swing Shift
Our editor in chief reminisces on July days spent at her grandparents’ bungalow and the wide, deep porch that offered a cool escape to settle in and absorb the sensations of summertime.
From Elizabeth Hudson: A Rising Tide
During her stay at Carolina Beach, our editor in chief observes how changing tides shape the ebb and flow of the beach and the way we experience its wonders.