Paula Dodge NC Realtor

03/07/2026

03/07/2026

03/07/2026

A white-breasted nuthatch clings effortlessly to a snowy tree, tiny claws gripping the bark. ❄️🤍

In the quiet hush of winter, its soft gray wings and bright white face are like a living brushstroke against the stillness. Even in the coldest season, nature reminds us that beauty doesn’t disappear — it simply perches a little closer.

📸 : .photography

03/07/2026

TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY | ELMWOOD PLANTATION, GRANVILLE COUNTY

Elmwood is a historic plantation and national historic district located near Lewis, Granville County, North Carolina. The plantation house was built in 1805, and is a two-story, three bay Georgian style heavy timber frame dwelling. It has a gable roof and double-shouldered exterior end chimneys. These photos showcase the stunning transformation the property underwent between 2012 and 2013, when Preservation NC found a buyer willing to rehabilitate it! This was a huge project and we are so happy to have found such a great buyer that restored this house with care!

03/07/2026

Discover the top locations to find diamonds in North Carolina. Read this guide to make it easier for you to find diamonds in North Carolina.

03/07/2026

Want a garden border that looks “finished” even in winter? The trick is to plan for structure first, then layer in bloom times. Think: something woody, something grassy, something that flowers early, and something that finishes strong in fall.🌸🍂

A beginner-friendly way to arrange a four-season border:
🌳 Back layer: shrubs + tall perennials (for height and winter shape)
🌾 Middle layer: long bloomers + grasses (movement and texture)
🌼 Front layer: early spring flowers + tidy mounds (so it looks good up close)

Extra helpful details people skip:
• Leave grasses and sturdy perennials standing through winter for wildlife and winter interest. 🐦
• Add at least one plant with berries or seed heads for the “off season” wow factor. 🔴
• Repeat a few plants instead of making everything different. Repetition is what makes it look designed. ✨

03/07/2026

02/04/2026

02/04/2026

There's snow place like Happy Valley Filling Station!

We'll be closed today - Saturday 1/31 due to the fluffy white flakes falling from the sky!

Enjoy the Snow Day!

Hope to see y'all tomorrow

Cheers

02/04/2026