Exploring North Carolina with KathieyV

I became aware of the Lazy 5 Ranch several years ago, and I knew I wanted to take Caleb.  It is drive through or wagon ride through safari park.   Well, the time had come, Caleb and I were on our way to the  Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville NC. Here is a quote from their website.... "The Lazy 5 Ranch strives to have a constantly changing environment by adding new exhibits as  well as increasing the variety of animals seen in the drive through safari areas.  The purpose of the Lazy 5 Ranch is  to educate in an entertaining way, as well as provide an excellent environment for the reproduction  of some of God's most unique creatures."  It is a bit over a two-hour drive from the Raleigh Durham area.  I enjoyed the journey and Caleb is a fantastic travel companion.   Be aware that if you go, they only take cash.  So go prepared.   Caleb is ready with treats for the animals. I think this handsome creatur...

One thing I love about travel is trying new restaurants.  Cindy and I found ourselves on an adventure in the Mooresville NC area near Lake Norman.  There is nothing like enjoying a meal by the water and when we read that Eddie's was on the water we decided to give it a try.  Off we went... Eddie's on Lake Norman Here is a quote from their website. "Eddie Lubic and Ann-Margaret Wagner bring their hospitality and restaurant expertise  from New York to the shores of Lake Norman."  View from our outdoor seating... Sadly it did not get the best reviews on Z omato , but for the view and casual dinning I would go back. The staff was friendly and service was good. Plenty of room outdoors and in.  Indoor seating  A bit of wine:-)   "Eddie and Ann-Margaret's mission is always to provide the freshest seafood, prime meats, produce, pasta, and bread every meal."  Eddie's We enjoyed our veggie and cheese platt...