The January 2024 issue of Surry Living Magazine rings in the new year with a focus on renewal and growth. It features the inspiring Luxury Trail Horse at Rawhide Ranch, where readers can explore the beauty of trail riding and its therapeutic benefits. The issue also highlights Elkin and the Rise of Wine Country, a celebration of the region’s blossoming wine industry. In addition, it offers practical advice on furniture refinishing, stories of hometown heroes, and a delicious recipe for Brown Sugar Carrot Cake.
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Featured
Discovering the Art of the Luxury Trail Horse at Rawhide Ranch
Sabrina L. Baker Author/Photographer Nestled in the picturesque foothills of North Carolina, Rawhide Ranch is not just a horse training facility—it’s an experience that combines tradition, innovation, and unparalleled quality. Spanning 250 acres of breathtaking landscapes, the ranch mirrors the rugged charm of an Old West Texas ranch while boasting state-of-the-art amenities designed to produce…
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Lifestyle
Goodness Happens
Sheri Wren Haymore Author Just yesterday, while we visited a newly opened winery, I watched our sweet little blind dog, Cercie, as she wandered at the end of her leash, smelling all the delightful new smells. I wondered, what does she think about? What does she remember about the years of her life with us?…
Turning Over a New Leaf: Lessons Learned from Refinishing Furniture
Eddie Lowe Just A Thought Have you ever looked at a piece of furniture and thought you loved the shape of it, but the color seems off? Or looked at your kitchen cabinets and realized how dated they appear? There are television shows dedicated to refinishing such items– they make it look so easy! In…
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Home, Farm, & Garden
Navigating Life with a Horse, Faith, and Common Sense
Derina Pyles Horse Sense “Hay-Woman!” Aw, my sweet boy missed me. He walked up to me and dropped his head to nuzzle my arm. “No, hay-woman, I’m hungry and you’re late with my breakfast.” “I’m sorry, Traveler, it’s been a stressful morning.” “What is going on? Can I help?” he asked. “If I can help…
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Renewal Pruning: A Fresh Start for Your Shrubs in the New Year
Joanna RadfordHome, Farm, & Garden The new year is the perfect time to think about renewing and rejuvenating the plants in your garden. One effective method of pruning that can help breathe new life into overgrown shrubs is renewal pruning, also known as rejuvenation pruning. This technique is an excellent way to revitalize older plants,…
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Southern Taste
Brown Sugar Carrot Cake from the House of Elyn Ryn
Rynn Hennings The Sweet and Savory Life Carrot cakes are rich and decadent because they contain other things besides cake flour. Loaded with a blend of crushed pineapple, carrots, pecans, coconut, and spices, this recipe is bursting with brown sugar flavor, making it buttery and delicious! This cake has a long ingredient list. Fear not,…
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Rest and Renewal: Recharge Yourself in 2025
Carmen LongSimply Delicious Bears may have the right idea on these cold winter days. The thought of snuggling down in a cozy place and taking a nice long nap until springtime arrives does sound appealing. Sleep is something we all have in common. It does not discriminate, but our sleep habits do tend to change…
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Departments
Between Rounds with Kevin Pyles
Kevin Pyles, PT Between Rounds A Canvas for Life’s Renewal As we flip the calendar to January, there’s a palpable sense of renewal in the air. It’s more than just the turning of a new page– it’s an invitation to rewrite the story of our lives. This first month of the year symbolizes not only…
Blake’s Take
Dear Blake,At work, I have noticed that my CEO occasionally spends time with female employees outside of the office. These meetings rarely involve male employees. It has been said that alcohol is often involved and some of the meetings even take place at the CEO’s home. After talking with other employees, we are concerned about…
By Gosh By Josh
Josh SnowAuthor Elkin and the Rise of Wine Country By gosh, did you know that Elkin, North Carolina, a historic town at the heart of the Yadkin Valley, was recently recognized for its wine production? This charming community has a long and varied history that dates back to the 18th century, blending early American industry…
Hometown Heroes
HEROES DON’T ALWAYS WEAR CAPES. THEY COME IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES. Submit your hometown hero’s photo along with 1-2 paragraph on why he or she is a hero and we may use it here. Email: Info@surryliving.comSubject Line: Hometown Hero
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‘Fur’ever Friends
THANKFUL FOR OUR PETS Send us a photo of your pet and we may use it here. Email: info@surryliving.comSubject Line: Furever Friends
