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Editor’s Column

From Elizabeth Hudson: A Time to Every Purpose

For our editor in chief, spring is a time of grand openings: of cookbooks and windows, garden sheds and grills.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Places of the Heart

For our editor in chief, a mother-daughter trip to Blowing Rock provides a touching reminder of the past.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Finding a Calling

Technology has certainly changed, but the gift of connection still provides a lifeline.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Winter Outlook

Our editor in chief reflects on the North Carolina views that leave her spellbound.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Christmas in Toyland

For our editor in chief, memories of simple stocking stuffers from her father long outlasted the fancy gifts from her Christmas list.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Going Back

On a day trip to the Deep River in Randolph County, our editor in chief reflects on deep roots and family ties.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Miles to Go

For our editor in chief, the Blue Ridge Parkway is a place to slow down and enjoy the ride.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Back to Basics

Tastes change over time, but our editor in chief knows that, eventually, the classics always come back in style.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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From Elizabeth Hudson: Summer’s Last Stand

Growing up in North Carolina, the swelter of a late Southern summer was all about finding the best ways to cool off.

by Elizabeth Hudson
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