I gave birth to my first child — a daughter — in New York City in April of 2020, just after the start of the pandemic.
Related stories"Roan" was the perfect choice for my first child — Roan Mountain held such a special place in my heart, and I knew that one day, it would hold a special place in her heart, too.
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Without a doubt, the Hudson River Valley quickly became one of our homes-away-from-home — another special place in our book of life.
It was perfect, and when we were surprised with a second daughter, it fit her well.
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—, I'd, Roan, We'd
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Appalachian, Metro
Locations:
New York City, United States, Tennessee, — Roan, Asheville , North Carolina, Queens, Hudson