Kathiey's World

 I am always looking for fun things to do in the area.  I thought I would take it a bit further and see what events are occurring in North Carolina in a specific month.  Let's take a look a just a few things happening in August 2023 in NC that you may enjoy. I live in the Raleigh/Durham area, so I looked for exciting events to attend in July that are easily within driving distance.  I would love to attend them all! The Links to Each Event... (Be sure and verify event times and locations before attending.   You may need a ticket depending on the event) Things to do in August  in the Triangle Area Beer  Bourbon and BBQ Festival on August 4-5 in Cary NC Foreigner The Historic Farewell Tour August 8 in Raleigh NC Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow Aug 26 in Raleigh NC Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 26-27 in Cary NC The Original Downtown Murals and Public Art Tour- Recurring dates in Raleigh NC A Few Things to do In NC that are not so local to the Triangle Area. Outer Banks Wat

Last weekend I spent a lovely day on a bass boat on a local lake.  What fun!  As I enjoyed the boat ride, I thought of a few things I would like to have for my next boat ride.  Let's head over to Amazon and take a look at A Few Items to Buy For My Next Boat Ride. Below you will find affiliate links.  If you click on a link and buy anything at all, I get a percentage of the sale with no added cost to you. Thanks in advance if you do! 1- Water Shoes -We did beach the boat and took a dip in the water.  I had on water sandals, and I am glad I did.  There was not a sandy beach where we stopped there were lots of rocks, so it is a good idea to have some type of water shoe. 2- Oodles of Noodles Deluxe Foam Pool Swim Noodles  As we were floating in the water beside the bank of the lake and noodles came to mind.  It would be fun to have a couple in the boat to assist in the floating. 3- Women's Swim Shirts Long Sleeve Rash Guard UPF 50 Sun Protection Swimsuit Top -Luckily for me, this b

It is time to start planning a menu for Aug 2023.  I go to many places to find recipes, but one of my favorite places is Pinterest. Let's take a look at a few things I would like to make in Aug 2023. Breakfast- Easy Quiche Recipe with Bacon and Spinach (I made this, and it was delicious) Lunch- Chrispy Bacon Brie Grilled Cheese Salad -Tuscan Tortellini Salad Dinner- Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken Veggies- Creamy Pasta Primavera  (This is good, I will make it again and add more veggies) Dessert- Caramel Bread Pudding Appetizers- Loaded Queso Dip Yummy Drinks To Try- Hawaiian Mimosas Breads- Pineapple Bread  (I made this and did not like it at all.  Very dry, so I threw it away) I would love to know what you are making this month.  Share with me in the description box.  If you try any of these recipes, let me know how they turn out. Happy Cooking and Baking, and Happy August! KathieyV

I love to celebrate everything from birthdays to major holidays and everything in between.  Lucky for you and me too, there are a ton of daily holidays just waiting to be enjoyed.  Here is a list of 15 holidays in August 2023 that will give us all reason to get in on a few daily festivities. August 1- Homemade Pie Day August 2- National Ice Cream Sandwich Day August 3- National Watermelon Day August 5- National Underwear Day August 7- National Lighthouse Day August 9- Book Lovers Day August 10- National Spoil Your Dog Day Aug 12- Celebrate Your Lakes Day August 13- National Filet Mignon Day August 16- National Tell A Joke Day August 18- National Fajita Day August 19- National Potato Day August 20- National Lemonade Day August 21- Poet's Day August 22- Eat A Peach Day Enjoy the Holidays Everyone! KathieyV

 Today is a travel day.  Let's take a look at an off-the-beaten-track adventure.  Shangri-Li Stone Village in Prospect Hill, North Carolina The stone village is located between Hillsborough and Yanceyville in Prospect Hill NC Visitors are welcome anytime at no charge. Click  here  for directions The first thing you see as you enter the stone village is the large welcome sign and a quote... "A retired tobacco farmer's pet project turned into a sturdy miniature city." Atlas Obscura The structures are made out of concrete, stone, and arrowheads. Henry Warren, a retired tobacco farmer, started his village in 1968. He worked on the village for 9 years.  He was working on a hospital for his village when he died in 1977. By the time Henry died, he had 27 structures, including a gym, bank, gas station, library, theater, and a hotel.  His wife is quoted as saying... "As long as he had a cigarette and a Coca-Cola, he'd keep building." If you walk through the villa

It is Party Time! Let's Plan a Party for July. Let's Have a Teddy Bear Picnic! (I am an Amazon Affiliate, and included in this post are affiliate links.  If you buy anything on Amazon using my links, I get a small percentage of the sale with no added cost to you:-) All of my life, I have heard of a Teddy Bear Picnic.  The thought of having a nice meal with cute teddy bears always intrigued me.  I am going to head to Wikipedia to learn more about exactly what a Teddy Bear Picnic is... History The Teddy bear, affectionally called a Teddie, was invented in the early 20th century in Germany. The Teddy Bear is named after Theodore Roosevelt, also known as Teddy Roosevelt. No one knows the origin of the Teddy Bear Picnic, but there are a couple of thoughts.  One is that in the 1920s, a social worker felt bad for orphaned children and was trying to improve their lives by hosting this picnic. Another thought about the origin is that it is based on a book called The Teddy Bear Picnic, w

 I have a party coming up very soon.  The theme of the party is "A Teddy Bear Picnic".  Here are a few items that would be a wonderful addition to the party. (I am an Amazon Affiliate, and included in this post are affiliate links.  If you buy anything on Amazon using my links, I get a small percentage of the sale with no added cost to you:-) Teddy Bears One of the main components of The Teddy Bear Picnic is, of course, the Teddy Bear. I am going to head over to Amazon to see what I can find. 1- Aurora - Dreamy Eyes - 10" Barnam Bear 2- GUND Knuffel Teddy Bear, Classic Brown Bear, Premium Plush Stuffed Animal, 12 Inch 3- oits cute Small Baby Teddy Bear with Cloth Cute Stuffed Animal Soft Plush Toy 10" (Pink lace Dress with Rabbit) 4 -oits cute Teddy Bears Baby Cute Soft Plush Stuffed Animal Toy for Girl Women 16" (White) 5- oits cute Small Baby Teddy Bear with Cloth Cute Stuffed Animal Soft Plush Toy 10" (Pink Dress with Rabbit) 6- BenBen Brown Teddy Bear

  It is time to start planning a menu for July 2023.  I go to many places to find recipes, but one of my favorite places is Pinterest. Let's take a look at a few things I would like to make in July 2023. Breakfast- Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Casserole Lunch- Easy Grilled Caprese Sandwich Salad- Summer Corn Salad Dinner- Parmesan Crusted Chicken Veggies- Cheddar Vegetable Au Gratin Dessert- Carrot Cake Cheese Cake Appetizers- Peach Basil Mozzarella Flat Bread Yummy Drinks To Try- Mudslide Two Ways Breads- Baked Apple Cider Donuts I would love to know what you are making this month.  Share with me in the description box.  If you try any of these recipes, let me know how they turn out. Happy Cooking and Baking, and Happy July! KathieyV

Have I not commanded you?  Be strong and courageous.  Do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go," Joshua 1:9 Sometimes where we find ourselves is not the most pleasant of places.  Sometimes we did not decide to be in this place, but it was dictated by someone else.  Regardless of our situation, we can rest assured that, as Christians, God is with us.  Maybe where we find ourselves is not our chosen path, but we can choose how we react.  We can attempt to make a new path knowing that God is "with us wherever we go."  What a blessing! I like a quote by Kristin Armstrong concerning choosing our path... "This choice not only affects you, but it can shape the legacy  you leave for your children and grandchildren." Our choices affect everyone.  With God's help, I pray I make the right ones.  God Bless You On This Journey KathieyV:-)

I love to celebrate everything from birthdays to major holidays and everything in between.  Lucky for you and me too, there are a ton of daily holidays just waiting to be enjoyed.  Here is a list of 15 holidays in July that will give us all reason to get in on a few daily festivities. July 1-National Ginger Snap Day July 3- National Eat Your Beans Day July 4-National Country Music Day July 4-Independence Day July 6-International Kissing Day July 7-Chocolate Day July 10-Teddy Bear Picnic Day July 11-National Blueberry Muffin Day July 16-National Ice Cream Day July 19-National Hot Dog Day July 22-National Mango Day July 23-Gorgeous Grandma Day July 25-Thread the Needle Day July 29-National Lipstick Day July 30-Share a Hug Day