Having grown up in Northern Virginia, the peacefulness and rugged beauty of the Outer Banks were where our family chose to vacation since the 1960's. I learned how to swim at the Old Sea Ranch Hotel (still there) and after having our two boys, my ex and I decided to leave our then home in Wilmington, DE for a new beginning in the Outer Banks. We moved here in 1995 - our oldest son was 1 1/2 and our next son was born here in 1998. My parents, my brother, and every single inlaw I have (almost) followed us here and our new lives began. Our sons grew up within a "holler" of their grandparents, aunts, uncles and the best family friends and neighbors. Frogs, lizards and turtles became beloved family members, as well as the occasional duck or injured bird. My ex and my sons have created a very successful real estate business and I dabble in antiques, gardening, collecting random objects, shelling and occasional attempts at painting or pottery. My parents built this beautiful home -my Dad was an architect and my Mom was a famous London model back in the day. (Another story) Most afternoons here are spent rocking on the porch, surrounded by wonderful friends and beautiful family. Life is idyllic here in the Outer Banks... oh, and did I mention I'm about to be a Grandma! :)