A Day of PACZKI's Will Yield a FAT TUESDAY!   I'm not Catholic nor am I from Polish descent. But, my calendar states that tomorrow is 'Ash Wednesday'... which means today is FAT TUESDAY! Or, is it really PACZKI DAY?!? (pronounced PUNCH KEY) While grocery shopping this afternoon, this bright RED package of PACZKI caught my eye! Seems, like I remember reading something about these doughnut-like pastry's having something to do with 'FAT TUESDAY'. So, I thought...HEY WHY NOT...for $3.99... If I eat a couple of these PACZKI's by the end of the night, then it will surely be a  FAT Tuesday!!! (or should I say, I will BE Fat ON Tuesday?)   03/08/2011

Pinehurst Homes For Sale In Pinehurst No.6 28374 February 2011 Neighborhood Market Update       Hi Neighbors!   Here is the February 2011 Neighborhood Market Update for Pinehurst No. 6. As of today, there are '40 Pinehurst No.6 Homes For Sale'.    Here is an overview of these 40 homes that are currently available: Priced between $215,000 & $625,000 Year Built ranges between 1981 & 2011 Heated Square Footage between 1,800 & 4,500 1 Home is 2BR/2BA 17 Homes are 3BR/2BA 1 Home is 3BR/3BA 1 Home is 3BR/4BA 6 Homes are 4BR/2BA 10 Homes are 4BR/3BA 1 Home is 4BR/4BA 1 Home is 5BR/3BA Pinehurst Country Club Membership is available with 20 Homes All Homes have a 2 Car Garage Two homes are 'Under Contract' and scheduled to close in the near future.  There were two homes in Pinehurst No.6 that 'S... 03/07/2011

There isn't just golf in Pinehurst - tennis ladies win their first match. Go team Legacy. It was opening for the Pinehurst area USTA tennis season. This year I am the captain of this team and we had our first match and first win of the season. It was a great day with temperatures in the 60's with a bit of overcast skies to shield out eyes from the glare of the sun. We played 3 courts of doubles and won 2 out of 3 matches for a team win. So remember that Pinehurst isn't just for golfers! Come play tennis in Pinehurst or just come out and watch team Legacy! 03/05/2011

You don't have to retire in Pinehurst to have this view as anyone can live on Lake Auman. Though if you were retired imagine this being the first thing you see in the morning and the last thing you see in the evening after a nice afternoon on the golf course. One of the nice things about Pinehurst is that you can live in a golf community that also has great lake front living. Enjoy boating, fishing, water skiing or just take in the breath taking views. Homes on this particular lake run from the mid $400K range up to over $1,000,000. You could have a nice modest size house or a larger more elegant home. It is your choice and all are welcome. So consider enjoying this view after a nice day of golf -or maybe even tennis- everyday should you choose to retire to the Pinehurst area. 03/05/2011

  One of golf’s top players and a defender of the game’s tradition, Ben Crenshaw and course design partner Bill Coore have completed the long awaited restoration of the famed Pinehurst No. 2 golf course. This historical course has already hosted two U.S. Open Championships and will make history in 2014 when it is the site of both the U.S. Open and the Women’s Open in back-to-back weeks. The work gradually began in 2010, without closure to the course or to individual holes until mid-November. The objective of the Pinehurst No. 2 restoration was to return to the course’s natural aesthetic characteristics while bringing back the strategic play originally crafted by Donald Ross.  Learn more about the restoration and official re-opening of Pinehurst No.2   Spring has arrived in Pinehurst and... 03/05/2011

Another great reason to retire in Pinehurst is that spring starts early and goes all the way through May. Beginning in February the Daffodils and some of the Bradford Pear trees started to bloom. Towards the end of the month this tree which is a type of Magnolia begins to bloom - and as you can see by early March it is blooming in full. So if it is golfing you enjoy, taking long walks on the many trails in the Pinehurst area, playing tennis or joining a garden club - an early spring means you can get started on your favorite activities sooner. And as the winters are also mild in the Pinehurst area you can usually participate in your favorite activities throughout the year. Pinehurst Area Information 03/04/2011

Pinehurst Homes For Sale In Village Acres 28374February 2011 Neighborhood Market Update       Hi Neighbors!   Here is the February 2011 Neighborhood Market Update for Village Acres of Pinehurst. As of today, there are '29 Village Acres Homes 'For Sale'.      Here is an overview of these 29 homes that are currently available: Priced between $119,900 & $310,000 Year Built ranges between 1974 & 2011 Heated Square Footage between 1,000 & 2,400 One Home is 2BR/2BA 23 Homes are 3BR/2BA One Home is 4BR/2BA Four Homes are 4BR/3BA Pinehurst Country Club Membership is available with 4 Homes All Homes have a Garage with the exception of one Four homes are 'Under Contract' and scheduled to close in the near future.  There was one house in Village Acres that 'Sold' in February for $139,000 with the ... 03/03/2011

The Children Of The Sandhills Horticultural Center!   This Center/Garden is an amazing place to visit all four seasons throughout the year. The weather here in Pinehurst has been breathtaking the past couple of weeks and I happened to be near the Horticultural Center this afternoon, so I stopped in for a leisurely stroll and the sculptures left me 'Wordless' in the Pinehurst Carolina Afternoon!   (The Circle of Peace Statuary - The sculptor, Gary Price of Springville, Utah, has depicted 7 children from all walks of life, playing and enjoying each other.  The circle, the children form, represents the continuum of humanity.  The clasped hands represent the interaction and cooperation that engenders a humanity full of compassion and respect - respect for each other's uniqueness and compass... 03/02/2011

 PINEHURST LIVING  |  FUN THINGS TO DOMARCH 3RD-6TH This week we have lots of LIVE MUSIC and a little bit of ART. Have a GREAT Week Everybody!  Spring is Blooming!!! (I'll be updating this post if I hear of anything else that is going on, so check back often.) Last Update:  3/5 at 4:30pm   THURSDAY | March 3rd Reserve Wine Tasting at The Village Wine Shop 6pm-8:30pm.  They will be featuring 6 wines and an assortment of gourmet cheeses. Cheers! $25/Full Tasting.  80 Magnolia Rd. in the heart of the Village.  (910) 295-5100   THURSDAY | March 3rdLIVE Music featuring Tony Barnes at The Jefferson Inn tonight!  No Cover.  $3.50 House Liquor. 150 W. New Hampshire Ave. in Downtown Southern Pines.  (910) 692-9911  www.jeffersoninnsouthernpines.com   FRIDAY | March 4th  Young People’s Fine Arts ... 03/02/2011

Swing Into Spring | Adult Golf Lessons | Pinehurst, NC   The Village of Pinehurst Parks and Recreation Department offers many Adult Athletic Programs throughout the year.  April marks the start of the Adult Golf Lessons.  JC Frye will be the instructor for Beginner and Advanced Beginner Golf Lessons .  Participants are asked to bring their own clubs or, if you don't own your own clubs, you can check out a set from the Parks and Recreation Department.  The lessons will be held at the Pinehurst Harness Track (located off of Hwy 5 by the Fair Barn) on the half-mile track infield.  Beginner Class | 4/13/11 - 5/4/11 | Wednesday's | 5:15pm-6:15pm Advanced Beginner | 4/13/11 - 5/4/11 | Wednesday's | 6:15pm-7:15pm You may register in person with the Pinehurst Parks and Recreation Department, Vi... 03/01/2011

Pinehurst, North Carolina is a prestigious golfing destination and internationally recognized as being one of the top 3 in the world. Pinehurst has hosted the PGA US Open in 1999 and 2005 and routinely attracts the top names in golf. Offering world class tennis and spa facilities, exquisite dining options, and luxurious accommodations, Pinehurst offers the best of small town charm and metropolitan amenities, and though Golf is a way of life, visitors and residents enjoy the arts, history, botanical gardens, community festivals and unique village shops, all which combine to make the Sandhills a very special place. Known for its sandy soil and gently rolling hills, the region's mild climate makes outdoor activities a year-round possibility. From the Stoneybrook Steeplechase and the PGA G... 02/28/2011

Pinehurst Living  |  60th Stoneybrook Steeplechase  |  April 9, 2011   It's a Sandhills Tradition, are you going to be a part of it this year? Don't miss the fun of the 60th Annual Stoneybrook Steeplechase at the Carolina Horse Park located at 2814 Montrose Road in Raeford, just a short drive from Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen and Fayetteville. Bring the entire family to the Carolina Horse Park on Saturday, April 9th and get ready for a great day of entertainment and sport when the gates open at 9:30a.m.!  Aside from the obvious Steeplechase races there are many additional Race Day Activities, such as:  Famous Hat Contest, Pony Rides, 5k and 1k Cancer Care Fund Run, Stick Horse Races, a Climbing Wall, Tailgate Contest and more. General Admission Tickets are on sale NOW for $15 or ... 02/28/2011

It was more like early summer in Pinehurst today and the golfers were taking advantage and the flowers are blooming. With the 80 degree temperatures and the sun shining bright - golfers and flowers started popping up everywhere. Driving around the many golf courses we saw golf carts buzzing around from hole to hole and the buds in the trees starting to bloom. It is a bit early in the year for these temperatures so I hope the fruit trees won't get harmed if there is a bit of a freeze or frost in the coming weeks. Other than the potential for harm to some of the fruit crops it was a very warm welcome for this beautiful weather. Whether you are a golfer or you just love to see the flowers and trees come to life - it was a beautiful day to be in Pinehurst! 02/27/2011

One of the many real estate options in Pinehurst, NC is the gated golf community of National. It offers a country club with an 18 hole Jack Nicholas course, 5 clay tennis courts, pool, clubhouse, pro shop and restaurant. National Golf Club is less than 5 minutes from the beautiful Village of Pinehurst. It has the eventual possibility of 465 homes with 233 existing homes including condos and single family homes. These homes can be found on the golf course or on the water or on an interior lot. Currently there are 36 of these homes available for sale with 10 having sold within the past year. Click here to see the list of homes sold. Please note that one of these condos sold for $59,000. This is a Fractional Ownership property and this is 1/12 ownership of this condo. Of the available hom... 02/26/2011

Pinehurst NC Real Estate - Meeting with the original builder to see if renovations could make this house their next home for their retirement. Today we met with the builder of this lovely home to see how much it would cost to make the changes this couple would like so that this could be their new home. The house is already very lovely but was lacking in a few areas. Chuck Bolton of Bolton Builders - one of the most respected builders in the area - was kind enough to meet this couple to go over the changes they might want to make and give them a ball park but fairly priced estimate. The changes they wanted included adding a half bath, tiling the master shower, enclosing the screen porch and putting down hard wood floors. Now they know the costs for the changes to this Pinehurst Golf hom... 02/25/2011

Pinehurst Area Information - The beginning signs of spring are here. The daffodils are sprouting out of the ground and the cherry trees are starting to bloom. Even thought the Pinehurst winters are short - it is nice to see the signs of spring. I noticed the daffodils last week and today showing this house was the first of the cherry blossoms I have seen season. My favorite will be when the dogwoods are in full bloom. Then you can be sure winter is finally over and the spring/summer season is in full swing. Get ready for spring in Pinehurst and contact me if you want to know more about the area.   02/25/2011

My Poodles Are A Form Of Comic Relief For Me Everyday! It's Rare That I Actually Capture Some Of Their Antics On Film. This Morning, Bree Bree Was In Rare Form!!! She Often Flops Around & Around & Around In Her Doggie Bed...Looking Adorable! She Also Makes This Cute Lil Growling Noise As She Does This. (should get this on video w/sound...there's an idea?...duh)                                 TGIF Everyone!!! And, if you are looking for your own Home to 'Flop Around' in, call me!       02/25/2011

Village Acres of Pinehurst POA Meeting TONIGHT | 7PM | Pinehurst Village Hall   Last year was VERY successful for our Association!  We were able to install 'NEW' neighborhood entrance signs at Spring Lake Drive, Gun Club Drive and Forest Drive.  A Membership Drive Committee was also formed and has taken on the task of reaching out to all the Village Acres residents to inform them about our voluntary association.  The association has grown and we will receive a 'number' tonight at the meeting. A new facebook page has been created for the Village Acres of Pinehurst POA in an effort to improve communication among the association and our neighbors.  Check it out!  The facebook page will be discussed at tonight's meeting.  If you have an idea or suggestion for the POA, please let us know! Th... 02/24/2011

     PINEHURST LIVING | FUN THINGS TO DOFEBRUARY 23RD-27TH  LIVE MUSIC, GNO, MOVIES, BOOKS and COMEDY! Have a GREAT Week Everybody!  Spring is in the air! (I'll be updating this post if I hear of anything else that is going on, so check back often.) Last Update: 2/25th 10:30am   WEDNESDAY | February 23rd LADIES NITE at The Jefferson Inn TONIGHT!  Music by ‘Piano Man’ Clarence Levine.  ½ Price Wines.  The Jefferson Inn, 150 W. New Hampshire Avenue, Southern Pines.  (910) 692-9911 or visit www.jeffersoninnsouthernpines.com.     WEDNESDAY | February 23rd KARAOKE at O'Mahoney's Pub & Grill.  9pm-11/45pm. Drinking & Singing! O'Mahoney's Pub and Grill,  1930 N. Poplar Street, Aberdeen.  Call (910) 635-3332  or visit www.omahoneyspubandgrill.com.     THURSDAY | February 24th Meet Patti Digh, a... 02/23/2011

On Monday - Feb. 14 the Pinehurst Resort owned by the Dedman family purchased the Pit Golf Links in Aberdeen. Some speculate this may be a renewal of the Resorts plan to build a golf Village in the town of Aberdeen. The Pit was purchased by a Charlotte man as a foreclosure recently for $1.08 mil. The purchase price by the Pinehurst Resort was not disclosed. Currently the plans for the Pitt as a part of Pinehurst has not been decided. An analysis of the course and the surrounding area will be investigated. It is unknown if it will be a resort course such as the #8 course - open to the members of the Pinehurst Country Club or both. It is also questioned as to the possibility that there could be memberships to those outside Pinehurst property owners as is currently the case for Pinehurst ... 02/20/2011