Founder’s Wedding Anniversary
– Carmen Baylies CLB’s purpose is to inspire legacy initiatives. The founder’s dream to encourage literacy and hope plays a key role in activating the business’ mission. Through fiction writing and thoughtful commentary, the owner draws hope and inspiration from pivotal experiences in her life. Marking her wedding anniversary not only aligns with the purpose...
4th of July 2021: Bring on the Fireworks!
– Carmen Baylies As a United States citizen, I proudly believe in freedom and the pursuit of happiness. Independence Fay takes a deeper meaning for my family, and spending the weekend with my loved ones is a cherished annual event. My father, Herman, rolled out the grill, and we combined an impromptu Father’s day celebration...
Juneteenth 2021
– Carmen Baylies June 19th, 2021 The notification that slavery in the United States was no longer lawful and that the emancipation of those who still were captive remains an essential point to remember. The marking of this occasion birthed Juneteenth. If not recognized, history tends to repeat. President Joseph Biden signed into federal law...
Loving Day 2021
– Carmen Baylies June 12, 2021: Loving Day and The Art in Bloom National Loving Day serves as a special day to remember that fear knows no limits; truth and love win. Period. American society’s struggle with race and status reveals the many problems and accomplishments our community experiences collectively. I would be remiss not to...
Summer 2021: The Dave Matthews Band Concert – Raleigh, NC.
– Carmen Baylies Life is short. Go to the concert! The past year explicitly reminded everyone that life is short and unpredictable. As life rounds to a new normal, Peter and I planned to enjoy a summer concert on the lawn. The Dave Matthews Band ushered in the beauty and the joy that I craved....