As a good Southern woman, I treasure traditions, and change can be difficult for me.
Still, the world turns, and life sometimes demands change. If last year taught me anything, it was …
Holden Beach healing
The family Zoom meetings leading up to the beach week painted an ominous picture of a 2020 Howell/Melendy Beach Week.
We were all nervous. We were all promising to be cautious. …
Beach week constants
As I mentioned last week, Beach Week starts Saturday, July 4, for our combined Howell/Melendy families. As of right now – the Good Lord willing and coronavirus numbers steady – …
Counting down to the beach
I am a woman who thrives on anticipation. I love having something fun on the calendar. My “Calendar Countdown” app has nothing to do with remembering and everything to do …
Healing at Holden Beach
I always feel the beach has restorative powers.
The waves are constant and rhythmic. The sand washes from under your feet only to be pushed back to cover where you stood. …