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Part Two: Lake Lure Adventures – Food, Finds, and Farewell
Our second evening was one of my favorite parts of the trip. We ventured out to Grey Hawk Bar and Gardens, an outdoor spot strung with garden tables, cozy firepits, and lawn games. A live band was playing when we arrived, setting the perfect mood. I ordered a cocktail called Cool as a Cucumber—so refreshing,…
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Part One: Lake Lure Strong – A Return to the Mountains
I know this blog is called Traveling With My Bwuhs, but this time it was just me and my colleagues. Once a year, we retreat to my boss’s cabin in Lake Lure, NC—a chance to disconnect from work and soak up the quiet of the mountains. Last year, we never made it. Hurricane Helene hit…
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NYC Family Bucket List
I’ve been daydreaming about taking a quick trip to New York City with the boys—especially to see The Rockettes. I still remember the magic of watching The Radio City Christmas Spectacular as a kid, and a few years ago Hubs and I were lucky enough to catch them on tour in Charleston. The music, the…
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Normalize Traveling with Children
NORMALIZE traveling with your children…they deserve to see new things too. I recently came across a quote on social media that really struck a chord with me. It reminded me of something: when Hubs and I envisioned starting a family, we always dreamed of sharing experiences with our kids. We wanted to introduce them to…
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Beaufort (July 2025): Part Three
A Bittersweet Farewell to BeaufortThe final day of our weekend getaway to Beaufort was a little bittersweet. As much as we were ready to get home to Barkley, none of us were quite ready for the adventure to end. Still, we made the most of our last few hours—and even squeezed in a bit more…
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Beaufort (July 2025): Part Two
Beaufort Day Two: Sun, Seafood, and SpontaneitySaturday marked the second day of our Beaufort adventure, and it was another fun-filled, easygoing day—with just the right balance of activity and downtime (yes, there was a glorious mid-day nap). We started the morning slow, savoring a leisurely wake-up before heading downstairs to the hotel restaurant for breakfast.…
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Beaufort (July 2025): Part One
Weekend in Beaufort, SC – Day OneThis summer, we took a weekend trip to Beaufort, South Carolina—a charming coastal town just about an hour’s drive from our home near Charleston. Most of our getaways require a bit more time on the road, so it was refreshing to take our time leaving home and still arrive…
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