IT'S OUR ANNIVERSARY...

OMG, we can't believe that it's almost been six years since we tied the knot at the beautiful Sanderling Resort and Spa on the Outer Banks of North Carolina!  We've been blessed enough to celebrate on the beaches of St. Barths, the luxurious Viceroy Santa Monica, the world's most romantic city of Paris, the clear waters of the Grand Cayman Islands, the sandy dunes of Hilton Head Island, and the world class spa of the Umstead Hotel.

This year, we're asking for your help!  Tell us where we should go.  Should we take Raegan Olivia with us?  If so, what can we do that's baby friendly during vacation?  Should we remain stateside or travel abroad?  Please chime in and help us make number six spectacular!  All suggestions will be considered (unless they're just crazy).  In the meantime, here are a few of our favorite memories from past annuals...

 

 

MY SWEET BALLANTYNE

We were recently at the beautiful Ballantyne Luxury Hotel in Charlotte for a much needed weekend away for us.  The grandeur of hotel is amazing so we captured a few shots of our hotel stay including its rich architecture, delightful food, and gorgeous scenery.  Have a peak for yourselves and remember, you don't have to get on a plane to enjoy a nice vacation, traveling by car or train to get away for a few days can be just as refreshing!

FEARRINGTON OH FEARRINGTON!

From the yummy food at the Granary restaurant, to the uniqueness of the property itself, Fearrington Village in nearby Pittsboro, NC is one of the local wonders. At Fearrington guests, critics, and celebrities rave about their delightful food, beautiful botanical garden areas, and quaint property amenities including: boutiques, spa, shops, bookstore, coffee lounge and restaurants.  We strolled along the red brick sidewalks with Raegan Olivia in tow, basking in the sun and parading beside the scenic flower beds and blooming trees in the afternoon breeze.  It was a picture perfect afternoon in which we carved out a few hours just celebrating God's goodness and glory.  

Next, we stopped off at the Garden Room before heading over to dinner.  This cozy escape was such an unexpected, relaxing atmosphere where we nestled by the fire listening to classical music. Surrounded by windows that all seemed to salute the outdoor views, we were able to get refreshed, and then decided to retire over to the Granary restaurant for dinner. And here is where the experience really took off!  It's not that we weren't already having a wonderful time strolling along the property and admiring the scenery, but once we were graciously greeted and seated by the staff, we perused the menu and ordered....and then...action....

Khris selected the buttermilk southern fried chicken with mac and cheese and broccolini, while I chose the falafel burger with parmesan truffled French fries. Then of course, there was dessert!  When we saw the dessert tray being sent down to another table, their presentation immediately confirmed our decision to indulge as well.  We selected the homemade ice cream sandwich and it was OUT OF THIS WORLD!  The waitress said that it was made over in the Fearrington House five star restaurant, and let me just say this, the chef definitely knows that his food is top notch!  Like, it was completely evident that he was a wiz behind the stove. Khris even salivated over his meal while paying complements to the chef. It was confirmed twice over by him saying that he would come back again just to eat there.  THEIR FOOD WAS SIMPLY AMAZEBALLS!!!