“When the frost is on the punkin and the fodder’s in the shock, And you hear the kyouck and gobble of the struttin’ turkey-cock, And the clackin’ of the guineys, and the cluckin’ of the hens, And the rooster’s hallylooyer as he tiptoes on the fence; O, it’s then’s the times a feller is a-feelin’… Read More
During their first, royal family tour abroad to Canada, Princess Kate and petite Princess Charlotte set fall fashion trends with their tailored and ladylike looks. Princess Charlotte looked especially sweet in her cardigans (some of which are Prince George’s hand-me-downs, who knew?) worn over floral dresses. Since cooler weather is finally in our forecast I’m getting… Read More
“Son, take a good look around- this is your hometown” -Bruce Springsteen On this first, crisp autumn morning, we decided to pack up Little Lovely and drive 50 miles to my husband’s hometown. Each year Newberry County hosts Oktoberfest, a lively German festival featuring local food, music and vendors in the charming downtown square. It… Read More
“As long as there was coffee in the world, how bad could it be?” -Cassandra Clare I have always enjoyed a nice cup of coffee. Even as a little girl, I would watch with wonder as my parents prepared their steaming mugs. Eventually, my mother indulged me with some decaf -mainly milk – so I… Read More
The start of fall is lovely for so many reasons – one of which is the start of festival season now that the weather is slightly more tolerable for outdoor activities. After stopping by our local Barnes and Noble for a special Curious George storytime to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the curious little monkey, our family… Read More
“School days, school days, dear old golden rule days…” -1907, Gus Cobb and Will Edwards What a week for our Little Lovely! On Saturday, she will turn one and today was her first day of nursery school. We have been preparing for this over the last few weeks, getting her supplies, meeting her teachers and… Read More
Lovely : having beauty that appeals to the mind or heart Throughout my life, I have tried to seek out the lovely details that make people and things unique and special. I grew up learning the importance of cultivating an interesting life made up of education, travel, experience and personality. A native of Columbia, South… Read More