Can you believe Easter is right around the corner? Last week's time change kind of sneaked up on me, but the warm weather and extra hour of sunshine more than compensated for any lingering fatigue. Tom and I have made daytime dates an occasional habit, and the spring weather was the perfect excuse for an impromptu cruise around Charleston Harbor. From boat rides to clean beauty, today I'm[...]
France is a visual feast for the eyes. That may be one of the reasons I truly love the place. I don't often travel long distance alone, but this year I had a special opportunity. My dear friend who I hadn't seen in 6 years was planning her special 50th birthday celebration. She was throwing a weekend "fete" that she encouraged me to attend. I was going to be the only American, but she insi[...]
If you've ever put your house on the market, you know the rush of activity that goes into making certain it presents well. After all the repairs and upgrades, I recall wishing we wouldn't have waited until we were selling the place to make those improvements. A few weekends’ worth of elbow grease and minor adjustments made such a difference in the way our previous home felt and functione[...]
Charleston is not Scandinavia. However neither is it immune to some winter dark and cold. Contrary to my desire to hibernate, the best remedy for me is to get outside. Our family’s love of Charleston began with its nature – the sea, the beaches, the wetlands, the trees, the birds, the fish, the Spanish moss – and it never looks or feels better than on crisp winter days. Every yea[...]
We're coming off the most gorgeous weekend in Charleston, reminding me why autumn is a favorite time of year in the Lowcountry. I also love the mental reset associated with back-to-school and new fall rhythms. I'm finding myself in the kitchen more these days, trying out new recipes and cooking up old family favorites (like the pumpkin chili below). I've also slipped into a more consisten[...]
Today's post is unabashedly for the dog-lover. We're sharing a round-up of fun pet finds, including our own fur babies' tried and true favorites. The Wild Weenies, in particular, have been a huge hit with Scout and his buddy Ash, the friendly giant. Laughing about the name, Farrah and I had to resort to these treats to make the dogs cooperate for this photo shoot! We hope you find somethi[...]
My absolute favorite time of year is summer. Through the years my life during summer has drastically changed. From the carefree days of childhood, to the years of motherhood and chasing around toddlers covered in sunscreen and sand; it’s come full circle and I’m forever and always a summer girl.What do I love about summer? The refreshing jolt you feel as you catapult yourself into the[...]
As many of you may be gearing up for Spring Break or starting to think about a summer vacation, I thought I would brighten your inbox with some travel ideas. Living in Charleston, the easiest way to enjoy the warmer spring months is to visit our beautiful parks and plantations, walk on the beach or wander the cobblestone streets downtown. Visitors and residents alike can't seem to get enou[...]
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