Last week, I spent time in the Outer Banks for a little family reunion. It was lovely! There’s something about the ocean that makes seeing family feel even more special. But one of my favorite parts of the trip wasn’t a big gathering or a group activity. It was the quiet, early-morning walks on the […]

Inspiring Stories

November 19, 2024

Ebb and Flow: Life Lessons from the Shore

We’ve all heard that positive thinking can help us manage stress and cope better with life’s challenges. But how do you actually get into the habit of maintaining a positive outlook? For me, the answer was trying the “10 Good Things” method. Whenever negativity creeps in, I pause and make a mental list of ten […]

Inspiring Stories

September 10, 2024

The 10 Good Things Trick: How to Turn Your Day Around

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Come on a whirlwind safari adventure in “LilliMai’s Safari Hat!” From playful elephants to curious leopards, confident lions, and charging rhinos, the hat becomes the star of every animal’s day.

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Follow Piper as she learns to box in this heartwarming tale that will leave you cheering for Piper and inspire you to keep exploring until you, too, find the one thing that sets your soul on fire.

A routine vet visit takes a serious turn when a heart condition is suspected. This heartwarming story showcases the support of family, the power of teamwork, and the joy found in overcoming obstacles. 

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In the hills of West Virginia, Pammy Lee and her Mamaw share a special bond over Mamaw’s cookin’, especially her fried taters. 
But when the potatoes run out, Pammy Lee embarks on a heartwarming journey through her neighborhood to find some. 

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Step into the whimsical world of Nellie, a quiet and imaginative girl with an unusual best friend - an invisible pig named Old Long Snout.  Together, they embark on adventures and share an unbreakable bond.

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