In this episode, Raleigh Roots shares their recent experiences, including a trip to Chicago for a basketball tournament and the emotional journey of preparing for a child to leave for college. They also explore the suburbs surrounding Raleigh, particularly Cary, highlighting its neighborhoods, community, and amenities. The conversation wraps up with a recommendation for a luxurious retreat at The Umstead.

Areas of interest:

Fenton: https://fentonnc.com/

The Umstead: https://www.theumstead.com/

Carolina Courage: https://www.nccourage.com/

Downtown Cary Park: https://downtowncarypark.com/

Chinese Lantern Festival: https://www.boothamphitheatre.com/events-tickets/events/chinese-lantern-festival

Takeaways

Both hosts are feeling a bit off but excited to share their experiences.

The recent trip to Chicago was centered around a basketball tournament where Kate's son's team won.

The emotional roller coaster of preparing for a child to leave for college is discussed.

Cary is highlighted as a great suburb with established neighborhoods and amenities.

The hosts emphasize the importance of community and family during transitions.

Cary has a rich history of growth, especially since the 80s with the influx of families.

The Umstead is recommended as a luxurious place to stay for visitors.

The hosts encourage listeners to reach out with topics or guests they want to hear about.

The conversation reflects on the balance of family life and personal emotions.

Listeners are reminded to check out the show notes for more information.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup

01:24 Basketball Tournament Adventures

04:26 Emotional Reflections on Parenting

08:51 Preparing for College Transitions

09:03 Exploring the Town of Cary

13:23 Cary's Community and Lifestyle

16:24 Cary's Real Estate and Living Costs

17:41 Intro and Outro Music.mp3