North Carolina – Page 2 – Our technological infirmity

A Moment Of Clarity

Truly in the end it does not matter how life’s little battles play out. Some will be won and more than a few lost. We should all be sustained by something greater than winning. Read more

Nearly Perfect Weather

decemberblueswm — Raymond’s Gut near Swansboro, NC on a late fall afternoon

We are enjoying some magnificent weather along North Carolina’s Crystal Coast. Great weather and another wonderful fall fishing season are two good reasons to read more about our coastal paradise.

Another Coastal Fall, More Gardening

September does not bring an end to gardening on the Crystal Coast. We are lucky to have a long growing season but the challenges are much different here. Read more….

The colors and the light have changed as we have moved into the fall season. While it is a subtle change, it is still very noticeable to those looking for signs of fall and to anyone who takes pictures. Read more….

Watching the water

niceonthewaterwm — Just entering White Oak River from Raymond’s Gut

Hermine did not slip by unnoticed, but we only got 4.5 inches of rain and some 10-20 MPH winds. Now we can watch the waters calm back down. Read more…..

Morehead City-Crystal Coast Magic

Morehead City is one of the secrets of the Crystal Coast. It allows us to live a rural life and still have access to almost everything we could want. Read more…..

The beach is still special

Maybe a little of the magic and most of the fish are gone, but the Crystal Coast beaches are still special.

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I Love Living in the South

Those that know me realize that I have lived in a lot of different places. My wife and I have always managed to find something good about each place. However, I truly do love living in the South.