Morning Porch Report: Blessed are the Santa Clauses

Morning Porch Report: Blessed are the Santa Clauses

There once was a man of tall and broad stature with the strength of a mighty oak. While this man was indeed a mountain, he possessed the gentlest of hearts, which supplied him the spirit to assume the jolliest of roles on one magical Christmas Eve. I know there are...
Christmastime: A Dog’s Point of View (By: Alex)

Christmastime: A Dog’s Point of View (By: Alex)

For a little background on Alex, read our post “Thankful… For the Heart and Mind of a Dog.” Christmastime. Ugh … all the people in the house get crazy. What I don’t understand is … why are trees in the house? Trees go outside. And, then, everybody...
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...
A Fish for Christmas! (Wait… What??)

A Fish for Christmas! (Wait… What??)

You might not think fish are synonymous with Christmas. I didn’t either … until I got this post assignment about Christmas gift shopping in Highland County. Not being a permanent resident any longer … I’ll admit I was skeptical and a bit out-of-touch with all...
5 Reasons Highland County Should Be in a Hallmark Movie

5 Reasons Highland County Should Be in a Hallmark Movie

If you’re a Christmas nut like we are, you switch the channel to Hallmark Christmas movies ASAP after Thanksgiving. (Or, maybe a little before…?) There’s something about the magic and serenity of these films that calms your nerves and boosts your...