PSA from me to anyone who will listen… W8 2 TXT!
Texting while driving makes you 23X more likely to crash. Can you live with that statistic? Is it worth it to send a text while driving and risk killing or seriously injuring someone? I know that...
View ArticleThe walk after the rain…
Much of the country has seen a lot of rain and wild weather for November. This was a photo taken after another batch of rain that caused flooding in areas here in Charleston. The marsh looks swollen....
View ArticleAll in a days work… Whoa!
Yesterday, Fred, Charlie and I headed downtown to walk around and stop in a few stores. As we drove down Broad Street we passed Saint Michael’s Church and saw it being painted. No. Easy. Task! It...
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving!
I just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy whatever it is that you’re doing today, whether it be cooking and entertaining or settling in with a good book. If you’re out and about...
View ArticleTis the Season…
Tis the Season! Charleston is decorated and ready. So many of the storefronts are just beautiful. Every time we come downtown I swear there is a new restaurant, store or other cool place that we have...
View ArticleHawk Alert for pets under 12 pounds.
Recently one of the veterinarians in the area posted a warning on their Facebook page. If you have small animals (under 12 pounds typically), to be aware of the hawks. WHAT????!!!! I read that post...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Chris Wilke! (Show through January 7, 2016)!
Chris Wilke. Wow! Her paintings are dynamic. Her colors are profound. Not the overly bright, or too toned down variety. Her paintings are wonderful, lively and just beautiful! I just love this...
View ArticleA little something to make you smile…
I have lived here in Charleston since right before hurricane Hugo (1989). I can’t believe it’s been nearly 27 years that I’ve been here.There are so many things I love about Charleston. The...
View ArticleCharleston Window Dressing… brilliant!
*Featuring photos this week; will resume regular posts next week! How is this for a unique holiday window in Charleston? I love how Ooh Ooh Shoes! used the bottom part of the Christmas tree as a...
View ArticleCharlie in his happy place!
*FEATURING PHOTOS THIS WEEK; WILL RESUME REGULAR POSTS NEXT WEEK! A little over a week ago all was right with the world. Fred, Charlie and I headed downtown, to see the Christmas decorations and visit...
View ArticleA Holiday Window in Charleston…
*FEATURING PHOTOS THIS WEEK; WILL RESUME REGULAR POSTS NEXT WEEK! Charleston is looking beautiful for the holidays! We were visiting some shops on King Street a few weeks ago and I couldn’t help but...
View ArticleMagnifilous Toy Emporium – Charleston, SC!
*FEATURING PHOTOS THIS WEEK; WILL RESUME REGULAR POSTS NEXT WEEK! I’m pretty sure Santa has this wonderful store help with his gift list! If you’re in the area be sure to check them out. I love that...
View ArticleHolidays in Charleston!
On a recent trip downtown (Charleston, SC) Fred, Charlie and I perused the local stores, one being Anthropologie. They have such a unique selection of both clothes and home goods. I love this place!...
View ArticleFlashback: Best Christmas Cookies in the World!
Decorate however you like, neat, messy, in whatever colors you create! This is a Christmas Cookie recipe that our family has made since I was a little kid. It’s become a tradition. It’s fun because...
View ArticleWhat a day!!
Christmas is almost upon us. How did it sneak up so quickly? Why is it when you’re a child Christmas takes forever before it comes again? The mystery, the magic, the love, the lights. All are such...
View ArticleDesktop memories…
I’ve always loved this photo. It remains my desktop photo for a majority of December each year. This is my parents front yard. The river is on the other side of the Christmas tree. The sky is magical,...
View ArticleI love this photo! Christmas Ornament in Window…
I love this photo. I snapped this a while back while visiting my parents around Christmas time. I always get up early because the sunrise over the water is so spectacular. I was walking around...
View ArticleMerry Christmas Eve from us…
This photo was taken prior to surgery when we were all living out of the sunroom to restrict movement until Charlie could have surgery. After surgery we had to move to the back of the house to prevent...
View ArticleQuote for the day…
Since the new year is coming upon us (can you believe it?) I think this is sound advice. I saw this downtown Charleston and snapped a photo. Catch you back here tomorrow!
View ArticleBest wishes for the new year ahead…
For many 2015 has been the best year, for others, they may be happy to see it go, just know that tomorrow is not only a new day, but a new year. A year that brings promise and hope for the future! If...
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