with love, c.p

  • Buzzing into the -ber Months

    As August wanes and the calendar edges toward September, North Carolina begins its slow, sweet descent into the “-ber” months as I like to call them. September, October, November, and December. Locals know this shift isn’t just about cooler temps… Continue reading

    Buzzing into the -ber Months
  • Chapel of the Holy Cross + The Best Sunset Overlook in Sedona

    Finding Peace in the Red Rocks: My Visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Sedona I didn’t go to Sedona looking for a spiritual awakening. Honestly, I just needed a break from the noise, from the questions swirling in… Continue reading

    Chapel of the Holy Cross + The Best Sunset Overlook in Sedona
  • Slide Rock State Park + Bell Rock Climb | Sedona, AZ

    Adventuring Through Nature’s Water Park: Slide Rock State Park, Arizona If you’re craving a mix of adrenaline, natural beauty, and refreshing waters, Slide Rock State Park in Arizona delivers all that—and more. Nestled in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon… Continue reading

    Slide Rock State Park + Bell Rock Climb | Sedona, AZ
  • The Love I Found After Letting Go

    There’s a particular kind of ache that follows a heartbreak, the kind that leaves you unraveling at your own feet, wondering if the pieces that made you lovable have scattered somewhere too far to ever find again. I’ve been there.… Continue reading

    The Love I Found After Letting Go
  • The Best Sunrise Hike in Sedona | Doe Mountain Overlook + Birthing Cave, Arizona

    There’s something magical about setting out in the dark, headlamp on, boots crunching over red rock, chasing the promise of dawn. Hiking Doe Mountain before sunrise isn’t just a hike it’s an experience that stirs your soul and wakes up… Continue reading

    The Best Sunrise Hike in Sedona | Doe Mountain Overlook + Birthing Cave, Arizona
  • Soilder Pass Trail (7 Sacred Pools + Devil’s Kitchen Sinkhole)

    A Trail Full of Magic, Mystery, and Red Rock Wonders – Soldier Pass, Sedona Sedona has a way of making every hike feel like a mini pilgrimage—and Soldier Pass Trail might just be one of the most magical ones of… Continue reading

    Soilder Pass Trail (7 Sacred Pools + Devil’s Kitchen Sinkhole)
  • North Carolina Zoo | Asheboro, NC

    Our Wild Day with the Zoo Trekker Program in Asheboro If you’ve never taken a day trip to Asheboro, North Carolina, let me put this on your radar especially if you love animals, fresh air, and a hint of adventure.… Continue reading

    North Carolina Zoo | Asheboro, NC
  • Divine Llama Winery | East Bend, NC

    Divine Llama Vineyards in East Bend, North Carolina, offers a delightful blend of scenic beauty, award-winning wines, and unique experiences like llama trekking and farm visits. Here’s a glimpse into what you can expect during your visit: 🍷 Wine Tasting Experience… Continue reading

    Divine Llama Winery | East Bend, NC
  • The Quiet Magic of Sunrises

    The Quiet Magic of Sunrises There’s a kind of quiet magic that lives in the early hours of the morning, just before the world wakes up. It’s in that gentle transition between darkness and light—when the sky stretches open and… Continue reading

    The Quiet Magic of Sunrises
  • Calling C.P

    During the past couple of years I have found myself to be pulled more toward the Christian faith. I want to be clear in the fact that I never felt pulled away from Christianity but lately I have been having… Continue reading

    Calling C.P