I hate horses. I figured I should admit that now before I tell you how much fun I had at Steeplechase. I know that makes me un-American. They scare the crap out of me because I've almost been knocked off of them multiple times. But I digress. Catching a ride on a pickup truck I drove to Aiken … [Read more...] about Bridles and Britches
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Photo of the Day: Adairsville, GA
While I was at home, I took a day trip to Adairsville, about 45 minutes outside Atlanta. My grandparents bought and refurbished a farm house there almost 20 years ago and now have their own garden and make their own salsa. Here are a few pictures I took while there on my mom's Nikon … [Read more...] about Photo of the Day: Adairsville, GA
The Notebook Charleston Tour
While many movies have been filmed in Charleston, my favorite is easily The Notebook. It presents the most beautiful parts of Charleston and Ryan Gosling isn't too bad either. Here are the most recognizable filming locations. To see more, check out the guide on This Is My South. American … [Read more...] about The Notebook Charleston Tour
Bowen’s Island, aka My Favorite Place on Earth
I know this is a rather bold statement to make, but if you've been there, you know. It's not about the ambiance or the culinary pizzazz, but the simple life. The art of doing nothing but drinking a beer, eating some seafood, and watching the sunset on the marsh. I decided to post my Trazzler piece … [Read more...] about Bowen’s Island, aka My Favorite Place on Earth
Quilt Pattern Barns
Fisher Folk Art When I was driving through Boone, North Carolina last weekend, I happened upon these barns with quilt patterns painted on them and fell in love. … [Read more...] about Quilt Pattern Barns