It was gripping. Terrifying. And sad. And miraculous. All wrapped up into one.
If you’ve never heard a rape victim openly discuss the horrors of and survival of being kidnapped, repeatedly …
Starting the New Year Maya-style
Today we take stock.
Last night we had that last cigarette, last drink, last fight with a loved one, last carb, last piece of chocolate.
Today we make plans: how we can …
Farragut’s year in review
It’s amazing how much can happen in a year. The good news is that most of the Farragut Insider’s Year in Review is good news, except for a few growing …
Have a holly, jolly day
Merry Christmas!
I’ve been thinking about American holidays and how I react to each one emotionally. Each is pretty easy to sum up in one word. New Year’s Eve/Day is hopeful. …
Mr. Gift Card: Prince or devil-in-disguise?
I have a love/hate relationship with gift cards.
Today, Mr. Gift Card is my Prince Charming, my sweet “Gifty.” He is riding in to save me from my wicked stepfamily (Work) …
Parents’ guide to winter fun in Farragut
The presents are open, the house is littered with dirty dishes and scraps of wrapping paper, and the kids are happily playing with new electronics. It was another successful holiday, …
Vacation destination: Transiting the Panama Canal is a lock
I am going to ask for your indulgence as I write one more story about our recent cruise.
I am very aware that 99 percent of people aren’t really interested in …
Pinnacle at Turkey Creek draws visitors, serves community
Ashley Lynch has worked for Pinnacle at Turkey Creek property management since 2008, but her memories of the Turkey Creek area go back much further. Her grandparents lived at the …