Have you ever heard anyone say they had plenty of time to do everything they want to accomplish? Yeah, me neither. We all seem to push ourselves to do more with our careers, with our families, with our churches, etc. As a result, some things get left undone (in my case LOTS of things)! This year I decided I was going to decorate for fall come hell or high water. I took an entire day off work and hit every store with plants and decorations and spent way too much money! The obvious result was a beautiful front porch that makes me smile every time I pull in the driveway. The unexpected result was my oldest daughter (who has become a hermit while she diligently studies for her LSAT) also took the day off to help me. We shopped and decorated, also talked and laughed. So the real beauty is not only in the porch but in the memories! Happy Fall! Jenny

I had the pleasure of growing up in Lewisville, NC and still reside in it today! I love the small town feel yet being minutes to Winston-Salem. Always a delightful community, Lewisville has evolved with tree lined sidewalks down Shallowford Road, the main thoroughfare, with one stoplight and 2 traffic circles at the 421 bridge and has several public parks to offer the community. Lewisville is defined by it’s sweeping rural landscapes that are stunning and comfortable for those looking to escape city life. Shallow Ford History More than 250 years ago the Yadkin River between what is now Shallowford Road and Courtney-Huntsville Road, was occupied by Indians who farmed the bottomland and fished in the river. By the mid 1700’s, Europeans had begun settling in the area.  Shallow Ford was a spot in the Yadkin River named for a solid rock base and water level that averaged less than three feet deep. This made it ideal for wagons, stagecoaches, and army cannons to safely cross the river. Settlers in the area finished cutting the roads on both sides of the Yadkin River at Shallow Ford, completing the Great Philadelphia Wagon Road in 1754. Tunnel of Trees Located on Conrad Road as featured in Our State. A true treasure to drive under no matter what the season!                                       Parks Shallowford Square - Family movie nights, concerts under the stars, street parties with food trucks, plays and musicals, and holiday specials including the 4th of July Fireworks which is one of the Piedmont's largest and best displays. Jack Warren Park - 15 acre park with walking trail, playgrounds, and large pavilion. Joanie Moser Park - Playgrounds, softball field, tennis & volleyball courts, walking trail and shelter Restaurants Cicciones, Real Italian food with the best pizza and fettuccine alfredo Alex’s Grill & Ice Cream, Family friendly 50’s style diner with a delicious chicken sandwich Pig N Out, Lexington style bbq straight from the pit The Coffee Mill, Hot drinks, smoothies, drinks over ice, ice cream, and baked goods Liberty Family Restaurant, Family friendly greek food with the best breakfast Butler’s Bar & Grille, Daily specials with the best southwest wrap   Shop Locally Sparrows Nest, Vintage inspired decor Enchanted Cottage, Scrapbooking supplies and rubber stamps Lewisville Country Market, Farmers market with local food products Rogers Nursery & Trees, Seasonal flowers and plants Still Life Market, Trending styles of furniture and home decor Lewisville Vintage, Antiques and vintage hard to find items Swanky & Swag, Tops, tees, dresses, handbags, jewelry and more   Wineries, Distillery, & Pub Westbend Winery & Brewery, Tasting room, hosts public social gatherings and events. Medaloni Cellars, Tasting and tours, cabin rentals and events. Old Nick Williams Co. Farm & Distillery, Whiskey and Bourbon tours and tastings offered Old Nick’s Pub, Play pool, darts, and foosball with freshly-made cocktails!   Lewisville Elementary School, I have wonderful memories here at my first alma mater. Built in 1948, Lewisville is one of the oldest schools in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School system. *School Score*   You will also find the convenience of banks, gas stations, grocery shopping, drug stores, doctor and dental offices. Along with Lewisville Laser & Aesthetics, hair, nail salons and spas..   Whether you are looking for a small cottage or ranch, a condo or townhome, a friendly subdivision, a large residence with acreage or a home in between, it's all here! Home to nearly 13,000 with a median sales price average of $200,000.   Popular Subdivisions Arbor Run Lake at Lissara, Bob Timberlake lodge with view of Pilot Mountain Lewisville Trails Oak Grove Runnymede with Community Pool Sequoia Place Shallowford Lakes with Community Pool Shallowford Reserve Wellesley Place Lewisville Homes for Sale   There really is something for everyone in this suburbia setting without being too far away from the city! I love it here! Lewisville will always be my home!   Renea

Are you planning to put your home on the market soon and need help picking a paint color that will appeal to homebuyers? Choose sophisticated neutral colors. Buyers love and value seeing a fresh coat of paint! The new grays have gained wide appeal and have become a standard base. Here is a list of our favorites that are tried and true!   Light French Gray by Sherwin Williams   Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams   Don’t want to go completely gray and looking for a neutral pastel? The perfect refreshing light blue/green paint color:   Sea Salt by Sherwin Williams   Do you need to spruce up your curb appeal? Try a burst of color on your front door. Blues are forecasted to make a big spash in 2019!   Blueprint by Behr (photo courtesy of Behr)