SEPTEMBER 2020

THE WATER EDITION

Hello! We may be longtime friends or new acquaintances, but I’m glad you’re all aboard. My name is Bambi Famous Kaine and I want to B. known for making people feel at home here in Western North Carolina. Please tell me who you are and what you want to B. known for!

Touring homes on Lake Glenville this summer with Marina

Cheers to the
Classroom
Heroes

Right now, we are seeing teachers, bus drivers and all school staff members putting on their capes. Please join me in recognizing their commitment by nominating someone you know who is dedicated to keeping our children safe & smart. I will email out personalized gift cards worth $50 to ten random winners from the nominations submitted below.

Dane Derstine, my son, teaching abroad in Lomkao, Thailand
&
Charlene Ward, a dear neighbor and friend, is the Preschool Lead Teacher at the Hampton Preschool & Early Learning Center here in Cashiers

Who’s your hero?

Please fill out the form before Wednesday, September 9th. If selected, you will be BCC-ed on the exciting email to notify the recipient of their gift. The gift will include your message on it for nominating them. I will thank all individuals and feature real testimonials on social media. Let’s remind them how grateful we are for their service!

Last fall at the Rainbow Falls with Marina & Tiago

Chasing Waterfalls

For this month’s special guests, I’ve selected my two Portuguese Water Dogs, Marina & Tiago! Speaking on their behalf is my son, Dane Derstine, who is an educator and recently landed a new position for a school in Cartagena, Colombia!

B: Why are they called Portuguese Water Dogs?

D: They were bred to be an all-around assistant for fishermen along the coast of Portugal; they are eager and athletic companions built for water work.

B: What are some of the best waterfalls that Marina & Tiago recommend?

D: They love the hike to Rainbow Falls as it's a longer journey and then you find the pot of gold at the end — they start to feel the mist and jump in the water.

High Falls is also really special because Duke Energy releases the dam only a few times a year and the water comes alive like the Niagara Falls.

B: Dane, you’ve lived in Pennsylvania, Florida, California, China, Thailand,  North Carolina, the UK and soon Columbia … how do you describe the waters here in WNC?

D: Clean, fresh and soothing. It’s magical.

Before & after the dam release at High Falls on August 8, 2020

Fresh New
Listings

The real estate market here on the plateau is in high demand. Refreshingly, I’ve got not one, but two brand new listings with Silver Creek Real Estate Group to share with you. If you’re interested in a personalized virtual tour of either, let’s go for a dip!

The Masterpiece ↝

Rustic yet modern masterpiece in Glenville with views of Whiteside Mountain.

The Hidden Nest ⤳

Arts & Crafts home nestled in Holly Forest with Blue Ridge Mountain views.

The Hidden Nest on the left
The Masterpiece on the right

We’re Knee Deep

Dane, Marina & Tiago chose this month’s musical guest, Zac Bown Brand. It’s still summertime, so turn up the music, grab a cold one, and wrap up the season with a big splash!

“Knee Deep” by Zac Brown Band

Marina & Dane captaining on Lake Glenville