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Friday, January 10, 2014

Charlie, let's call it a day

I met Charlie in September of 2009. In fact it was the day after I moved back to the Outer Banks from a 3 year hiatus. I was immediately drawn to his amazing accent, those baby blues and his killer tattoos. What a charmer he was. The purpose of this part of his story is to let you know the man that Charlie became. He is WAY more than a guy who had cancer. More than anything I would like for you all to remember him as I do,

the loving and caring partner he became.
The incredibly BRAVE young man who fought harder than anyone ever imagined he could.
The man who came to know Jesus.
The man who despite his illness and in some very tough times RARELY ever complained. He didn’t wallow in sorrow and I urge you to do the same in his honor.
The man who would grab my hand and say I love you for no reason at all
The man who was so kind hearted you could feel his warmth from across the room
The man who never lost his sense of humor
That is his legacy, not cancer.

You may have read something I wrote on Friday that called him a Victor over this cancer. He did not lose this battle. That cancer is dead and gone. Charlie is still very much alive in our hearts and minds and has a beautiful place in heaven where he is now fully restored for eternal life. That is a victory. He would want you to stay focused on the nearly 28 years he had that were so FULL of life and fun, and not be sad for the years he didn’t have on this earth. A few days before he left for heaven he looked at me with peace in his eyes and said “I think I’m going to call it a day.” I told him with all the love in my heart that if he was ready he had earned to be at peace more than anyone I know. That was probably the last meaningful conversation we were able to have. So friends, family…today is the last day of 2013. As you celebrate the end of the year and reminisce all of your memories for him, have a toast to Charlie and LET’S CALL IT A DAY!

Friday, October 19, 2012

New Price for W. Drifting Sands!!

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Great Sporting Events in the Outer Banks

In the month of September, the Outer Banks has several great sporting events that are taking place.

Grab a friend or a family member and head out to have a fun time!

The first weekend of September (Sept 1 – Sept 3) the Bud Light Lime Surf Series will be at Jeanette’s Pier. This tour includes the top 32 men and 8 women from various surf genres. Head to the beach and cheer on your favorite surfer.

September 12^Th - 15^Th is the Hatteras Wave Jam. This is the American Windsurfing Tour and Hatteras should be an excellent stop. Wave conditions in the area are likely to provide some of the best action found in the US.

September 15^Th is the All Out Pink Road Race, a 12K Bridge Run & 5K plus Garden Yoga and Pilate's. This event is presented by Outer Banks running Club and Outer Banks Bootcamps and hosted by the Elizabethan Gardens. 100% of the event proceeds will provide mammograms to locals that do not have access to health care. This event has something for everyone and is a great way to spend the day with the family.

ESA Eastern Surfing Championship is September 16th – 23rd at Jennette’s Pier. This is the grand finale of surfing where the best from the national and international districts compete for who will be the overall champions for the year.

September 22 and 23^rd is the Outer Banks Triathlon an event not to be missed! This is a whole weekend of family fun with Tri events that feature the half, Olympic and sprint distances in the beautiful Outer Banks. If you can’t participate think about heading out to volunteer!

The active month of September wraps up with the WRF Surfing Contest September 28– 30at Jennette’s Pier. We know how beautiful the Outer Banks is in September. Take some time to head outdoors with your family and support your community, join in the fun or even volunteer!