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Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah Georgia

September 20, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 0 Comment

The tranquil peace one experiences when taking an early morning walk through a cemetery is often hard to describe. Perhaps it’s the pleasant solitude and serenity that only a resting garden can encapsulate as it softly quiets and dissolves the busyness of life around it. If you happen to visit Savannah, Georgia, Bonaventure Cemetery is an absolute must, and far from your typical cemetery. The enigmatic and seductive charm of Savannah certainly carries over into this unmatched sanctuary. Located a…

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The Hamilton-Turner Inn, Savannah Georgia

August 9, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 0 Comment

Majestically seated at 330 Abercorn Street and overlooking the beautiful Lafayette Square is the exquisite Hamilton-Turner House. Amid the many magnificent mansions and historical gems Savannah has to offer, The Hamilton-Turner House fashions a unique splendor all its own. With its ornamental Second Empire architecture, the four-story chateau is one-of-a-kind among the brick-paved streets and handsomely manicured squares of Savannah’s historic district. Mentioned in almost every Savannah tour, this Georgian treasure attracts many passers-by getting its daily share of oohs…

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Mount Airy North Carolina, America’s Mayberry

July 12, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 0 Comment

I was recently traveling along North Carolina Highway 52 when I was taken back to my childhood summers spent with my grandparents in southwest Georgia. While most of my summer days were spent with my gramma, traveling along this road specifically brought my grampa to mind. He wasn’t a man of too many words, my grampa, but every afternoon he would summon me into the den in the back of their tiny house, hand me one of the two bags…

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The Land of Oz, Beech Mountain North Carolina

June 18, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 3 comments

Way back in 1900, L. Frank Baum first published his children’s novel entitled, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” It’s a story we’re all familiar with about a young girl named Dorothy Gale who was whisked away by the whirling winds of a tornado that swept her house off to a distant land before plummeting on top of one of the community’s archenemies. It’s a story, and a movie, we all grew up with. I have many memories of “The Wizard…

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Dinosaur Kingdom II & Haunting Tales of Lexington: The Entertaining World of Mark Cline

June 8, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 6 comments

Natural Bridge: A town located in Rockbridge County Virginia, whose name is derived from its National Historic Landmark, a two hundred and fifteen-foot-tall natural limestone arch carved out by Cedar Creek a side stream that flows off the James River. Although the population of this small town is only right around fifteen hundred, it sees its share of visitors particularly during the summer traveling months. Tourists from all over flock to see the Natural Bridge that has often been included…

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“To Whom It May Concern” Different People, From Different Walks of Life, All Affected By One Decision

February 15, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 6 comments

Part One: Life VI “If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain; If I can ease one life the aching, Or cool one pain, … I shall not live in vain.” ~Emily Dickinson My story It was the summer of 1992. I was twenty-one years old, had a full-time job, a car, an apartment, and “a plan.” “My plan” didn’t include college or a career goal of any sort, No husband, (I didn’t really…

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The Ryan Chambers Challenge

January 18, 2019 Valerie Archual Comments 16 comments

As I glanced around the room, I had honestly debated on tidying up a bit. The entire main level of my house was in disarray from the previous day’s activities. Pondering this, and not for very long, I considered that leaving the remnants of yesterday, that were currently strewn all over the floor, certainly wouldn’t be a crime. It was December 26th after all, and I had a good inkling that my house wasn’t the only one that looked…

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Running for Recovery

November 16, 2018 Valerie Archual Comments 0 Comment

Rising before the sun, in my opinion, isn’t for the faint of heart. Adding in a multi-mile run, seasonal temperatures and weather elements to that same scenario, and on a regular basis mind you, takes the perseverance of a devoted runner. And one that encourages others to do the same, all while supporting them in the midst of their personal struggles and challenges, well that is more along the lines of a compassionate and dedicated mentor. Tammy Wiley started running…

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Avenel House Bedford, Virginia

October 5, 2018 Valerie Archual Comments 8 comments

The town of Bedford Virginia is one of character, charm and lots of history. If you ride through Main Street and out onto some of its bordering drives, you’ll see residents taking morning runs, kids playing in yards, owners giving their furry friends their daily dose of exercise, and those avid gardeners working diligently to maintain their botanical masterpieces which, of course, adds to the beauty of this charming place. If you’re lucky enough, which I have been on several…

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On The Set Of Medic ZerØ: The Matt Oyler Interview

September 21, 2018 Valerie Archual Comments 4 comments

Ah, the movies. We gotta love ‘em. A haven where we can escape with a buttery bag of popcorn and a fizzy fountain drink. Where we can sit back and relax in a comfy chair and as the lights dim, be transported far away from our own life’s woes and into another realm: The world of cinema. Where we allow ourselves to be captivated by the audio and visual distractions of a story teller’s imagination, amplified and larger than life,…

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