Our editor in chief reflects on her mother’s love and the way it shone in the most quiet, everyday moments — be it a freshly ironed shirt, a warm meal, or a perfectly tied shoe.
Reel Heroes
In appreciation of our military, a North Carolina-based nonprofit helps active-duty soldiers make memories in the great outdoors.
From Elizabeth Hudson: What’s Old Is New Again
At the John C. Campbell Folk School, hands still craft with purpose. Stitch by stitch, our editor in chief finds a rhythm reminiscent of her mother’s work and a timeless appreciation for goods made from the heart.
Next-Door Nature
Backyard encounters remind us that we share North Carolina with all manner of neighbors — furred, feathered, and scaled.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Lessons in Listening
Whether found in rural Randolph County’s pastures or during a mountain trail ride in Burnsville, our editor in chief cherishes the moments of silence that settle across North Carolina’s landscapes and the quiet wonders they reveal.
All Curled Up
March finds North Carolinians feeling like a rhododendron leaf: still wrapped up against winter’s chill and eagerly awaiting spring.
The Old Guys
At the end of duck hunting season, three treasured decoys stir bittersweet memories.
From Elizabeth Hudson: By Bread Alone
Our editor in chief reminisces on how buttery biscuits — whether scarfed down on an icy school morning or savored in counties across North Carolina — have fostered a sense of connection to place throughout her life.
Where Rivers Meet
When one stream flows into another, the two chart a new course for the future — together.
