A Lesson on Small Town Gossip (Yup… I’m Going There…)

A Lesson on Small Town Gossip (Yup… I’m Going There…)

Here’s the thing… If you live in a small town, people are going to talk. You’ve got your Aunt Bea’s, who whisper little things to each other. Sometimes it’s out of caring, sometimes it’s out of judgment. And, sometimes it’s...
How to Boost Your Mood and Energy in the Winter

How to Boost Your Mood and Energy in the Winter

How often do you feel sluggish, tired, or just plain blah during the winter? I know I do. In the past, I’ve struggled with seasonal depression (AKA: seasonal affective disorder) especially after Christmas is over and I’m looking down the barrel of the long...
Seniors & Cats – The Puuurr-fect Pairing!

Seniors & Cats – The Puuurr-fect Pairing!

Cats offer therapeutic benefits on a daily basis, and for some of our Highland County, Virginia, senior citizens that companionship can increase mental and emotional health every single day.  Psychologists agree cats can help reduce stress, lower blood pressure,...
Helping Neighbors in Need: That’s Highland County

Helping Neighbors in Need: That’s Highland County

I woke up this morning, rubbed the sleep from my eyes, rolled over, and grabbed my cell phone from the nightstand. It’s a horrible habit I want to break, but on this day, I’m glad I did it. I, of course, like most any human these days, opened Facebook. I...
Photo Feature: Christmas in Highland County

Photo Feature: Christmas in Highland County

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: “Christmas in Highland County is like a scene right out of a Hallmark Christmas movie.” General stores creating beautiful displays in their large, front windows. A community gathering to sing...