Longview Art Walk
I have attended my fair share of art walks in the past. I have to admit I didn’t have super high expectations for the Longview Art Walk. It was so hot that day and I honestly did not have a good grasp on how many artists are thriving in a relatively small town. I’m happy […]
Get Bee-Sensitized at Elzner Farms
It all started with a children’s picture book titled, “The Honeybee” by Kristin Hall. We checked it out for our daughter at our local library. One book led to another and before I knew it we had a full fledged interest in bees, why they are so important and what we can do to help […]
Trendy Chicks Boutique
I have been following Trendy Chicks boutique in Longview, TX on Instagram for a while now. Their account caught my attention because while the clothes are definitely on trend they don’t look cheaply made or like they would go out of style in a few months. After our Farmer’s Market shopping trip got rained out […]
DIY Clay Dish Workshop
I have written about the Starr Family Home before (click to read). I love how enthusiastic the staff is when it comes to sponsoring community events and putting on workshops. I have had my eye on this particular one for awhile after seeing some examples on Pinterest. I happened to have my bestie in town […]
A Baker As Sweet As Her Cookies
I fancy myself a competent baker. I have nothing on Rebecca Barron of Barron’s Bakes in Longview, TX. I came across her sugar cookies on Instagram and was completely blown away by her ability to turn cookies into works of art. Originally from Liberty City, Rebecca attended Dallas Baptist University where she earned her Bachelor […]
Riding At Roselake Ranch
My Mom was in town visiting and while looking for fun family friendly activities I came across Roselake Ranch in Garrison, TX right outside Nacogdoches. Owners, Jake and Miriam Mumm have a lovely ranch that sits on 22 acres. Horseback riding was my original intention but they offer so much more. After speaking with Miriam […]
Silver Grizzly Espresso
We enjoyed a girls birthday shopping trip to Longview this week. We needed a little pick me up and Silver Grizzly Espresso has been on my list to try for a while now. I love how businesses like this one are helping bring more foot traffic to downtown Longview. It was busy when we walked […]
Jefferson Historical Museum
We packed a picnic lunch and went to experience some “Art on the River”. To be more accurate it feels like a stroll over a wooden walkway through the bayou with some sculptures. Located along the Big Cypress River at the Jefferson boardwalk, the art installations almost blend in with the dense trees and I […]
The Local Artist You Have Been Missing
What inspires you? Is it an amazing meal, the beauty all around us in nature, live music or art? I seek out all of those experiences and in this case I discovered local artist, Jordan Stubbs on Instagram and her style immediately grabbed my attention. Having recently sold her first woodworking piece at a local […]
Stop & Smell The Peaches
I can’t remember the last time I had a really good peach. I have eaten several apples dressed up like peaches. You know the ones that were picked way too early and in spite of your best efforts trying to ripen them on the windowsill they remain hard and crispy. Or the peaches that look […]