“Spring: a lovely reminder of how beautiful change can truly be” – Anonymous The first week of spring has ushered in warmer weather, blooming flowers and so much pollen (at least in South Carolina). It was also spring break, so our family headed to Sea Island, Georgia, for a stay at The Cloister. There was… Read More
I’ve been waiting for this day to arrive Everybody can come along for the ride Listen up, buckle up, keep your hands inside. Cause we’re gonna have a good time It’s time to brighten up the night It’s time to get electrified It’s time to go, come on, I can’t wait Yeah yeah- It’s time… Read More
“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea” -Henry James Today a dream came true…taking my Little Lovely to her first afternoon tea. As part of our special mommy and Eloise day in Charleston, we had reservations for tea at Camellia’s at our hotel,… Read More
Super Bowl Sunday means snacking, so I took the chance to put together a cute Valentine’s themed candy board! Not only was it a fun activity with my big girl, but it can be grazed on and served as dessert. Here are a few easy steps to create your own. All you need is a… Read More
“I love you. What more can I say? You are my whole life, each and every day. You are my Valentine today and forever more. You are the one I will always adore.” The month of love is here, and I’ve enjoyed finding some sweet surcees for my little lovelies. I usually give books, pajamas… Read More
“The most beautiful people wear their hearts on their sleeves and their souls in their smiles.” -Mark Anthony The Christmas decorations are packed away, and I just threw out our final Poinsettia. This early part of the new year can put me in a bit of a post-holiday slump, so I’ve found that the best… Read More
“On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me: A Seagull Perched in a Palm Tree” – Minta Pavliscsak The holidays are starting early everywhere it seems even in the Lowcountry. This weekend we made a quick trip to our happy place at Litchfield Beach to soak up some warmer weather and… Read More
“First comes the stocking of little Nell, Oh, dear Santa fill it well Give her a dolly that laughs and cries One that will open and shut it’s eyes Next comes the stocking of little Will Oh, just see what a glorious fill Here is a hammer and lots of tracks Also a ball and… Read More
Youth! youth! how buoyant are thy hopes! they turn, like marigolds, toward the sunny side. – Jean Ingelow Have you popped into Marigold Modern Kids on Devine Street? If not, you are in for a treat. Owner Louisa Vann opened the shop in 2018 after becoming a mother to her daughter, Winslow, and discovering new… Read More
Trick or Treat…Ghouls just want to have fun! It’s Halloween week, and my ghouls are very excited for scary good treats, a few tricks and lots of costumes! With so many events leading up to the holiday we are having a chance to wear a number of looks. For instance, this afternoon, Eloise and I… Read More