by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Jul 19, 2021 | Appalachian, Hiking, Nature
I keep thinking it might be okay to start watching the news again. Then I do and . . . oh well. But it IS okay–more than okay–to check in with summer in the mountains of western North Carolina. While I’m more of a fan of spring and fall, I sure...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | May 20, 2021 | Appalachian, Hiking, Nature
We went on an orchid hunt earlier this week. When you mention Appalachia, not many people think–oh, great place to find orchids. But it IS. And I love that. Of course, if you spend much time around this blog or over on my Facebook or Instagram pages you know...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | May 3, 2021 | Dreams, Hiking, Love, Nature
Last week I shared that my husband and I were spending our 25th anniversary walking around in the woods in West Virginia. I know–we’re wild and crazy kids! Well, we had the BEST time and today I thought I’d share some of the hiking highlights with...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Apr 22, 2021 | Hiking, Nature
I LOVE spring in Appalachia! Mostly because of the gorgeous wildflowers. I’ve always enjoyed flowers but these days I’m making the effort to learn more about them. And right now it’s trillium season! For a long time I thought a trillium was a...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Feb 1, 2021 | Hiking, holidays, Nature
I bet you thought tomorrow (Feb. 2) is Groundhog Day. Well, I suppose it is, but it’s also Candlemas. One of the lesser known holidays Hallmark has yet to embrace. In case you’re wondering, Candlemas is a Christian holiday celebrating the day Jesus was...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Jan 11, 2021 | Hiking, Nature
We’ve had a tough year. And it seems times are still turbulent. It’s days like these we need a little peace. Stillness and silence. We always hike a lot, but lately it’s been extra nice. I recommend it for whatever ails...
