Valentine’s 2024
February 14th, 2024. The Baylies stepped out of the town and journeyed to Carrboro, NC. The Cheese Shop hosted this very posh event in this quaint town. Peter and I indulged as we learned of new cheeses and wines. The hosts delighted us with information regarding the featured menu, and their passion for their craft...
2024 Summer Schedule Release: DMB
I received a notification that The Dave Matthews Band released their tour dates for the Summer of 2024. I scanned the city listings to see if Raleigh, NC, made the list, and it did!!!! My excitement level expanded. Last year, the band skipped the Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, and I felt...
Halloween 2021
– Carmen Baylies The Dragonbeard Prince – played by Peter Baylies and his Crimson Phoenix – portrayed by Carmen Baylies, traveled through the piedmonts of the Carolinas. Lord Blackbeard alerted his alliances to take care of crossing the seas with a bounty issued for pirates that aided Blackbeard from capture. The Nexus Storm provided excellent...
Thanksgiving 2021
– Carmen Baylies ‘Happy, Happy Turkey Day!’ – a song lyric featured in one of my favorite films, Addams Family Values, floated through my mind as I worked out Thanksgiving plans. When considering the amount of upheaval last year imposed with social distancing protocols, my husband and I looked forward to a leisurely holiday celebration....
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...