In this collection of heartwarming, folksy essays; part inspirational, part informative, and spotlighting the virtues of the N.C. coast; this empty-nest mom and adult son duo share their beach vacation insights and endearing experiences in an anecdotal format sprinkled with love, shared laughter and memories that is certain to resonate with beach lovers everywhere. Join us as we rescue a green sea turtle hatchling, recall an amusing church youth group beach trip, contend with a temperamental vacation rental refrigerator, learn the ropes in sailing, ponder beach house names with personality, seek out the Kindred Spirit mailbox for a poignant remembrance, sample coastal cuisines at local establishments, saddle up for a bucket list beach ride, explore the connection between horseshoe crabs and medicine, decipher nautical flags, bike a favorite shoreline, and so much more.