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28 people move to Charleston, SC every day…
Remember when the bridge to Mount Pleasant, SC – from Charleston used to be two bridges. One newer (heading into Mt. Pleasant) and one very old bridge with two narrow lanes that was build around the beginning of time – the safety rating on that bridge was a ‘1’. Meaning not so safe. It was remarkable how quickly the old bridge was taken down and the new bridge built. Fascinating really. The new bridge (officially called the “Arthur Ravenel Jr.”) doesn’t feel like a bridge, it’s more like an eight lane highway across the water. Crazy!
Charleston, South Carolina. We are growing at such a fast pace it’s hard to keep up. Years ago all the apartment buildings were turned into condos and sold. All these years later there is an upsurge in the building of apartments. Large communities, very upscale, but… It seems like every time we go downtown or across the bridge to Mt. Pleasant, there is another complex being built. Are there enough people to fill them all? I would think the builders have done their homework. Last time I read about how many people move to Charleston from all over the country, we were at 17 people per DAY. Well, I just checked to see if it’s still at 17 people, and this is what I found from Charleston Regional Development Alliance:
As of 2017, the Charleston SC Metro Area population is 775,831, growing at 3X the U.S. population average. With 28 people moving here a day, Charleston has moved up another spot to be the 74thlargest U.S. metro by population.
😳😳 Wow… OK, well, times do change, we just need to keep up with them in other ways (roads, water, sewer, drainage, etc.). I learn something new every day writing this blog… Note, I am in favor of anyone who wants to move to Charleston – I am not originally from here. I moved here from Michigan back in 1989… However, I do think the city (and surrounding areas) need to be wary of overbuilding and changing the dynamics of what makes it such a great place to live.
Catch you back here tomorrow!
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The Duval Houseplan by Allison Ramsey!
This plan has so much charm, right? I love the areas of gingerbread, the placement of the windows, creating an inviting porch and lighting up the inside during the day and showing off pretty lighting in the evening. What’s not to love? I LOVE that this plan isn’t enormous, it’s perfect for a smaller family or if you’re downsizing. So much easier to maintain, I think we’ll be seeing more and more people downsize in the coming years. #toomuchstuffisstressful
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I walked to the store the other day and passed by this sign set out on the sidewalk. Continue reading “Be the reason this season…”
A holiday message!
We celebrated Thanksgiving this year with my niece and her family – they’re on top of things and already had their Christmas tree up and decorated… so of course I had to snap a few photos of their ornaments! Beautiful! Continue reading “A holiday message!”
King Tides in Charleston, SC!
I’ve never heard of a King tide until the past few years. A King Tide is a pretty non-scientific term that describes the highest tides that have been occurring lately – Read more about King Tides via mycoast.org! Continue reading “King Tides in Charleston, SC!”
Merry Christmas To Me!
This is a memory… a good Christmas memory. Fred and I went for a drive on Christmas back in 2005. He told me to close my eyes until he reached his destination… there was going to be a surprise.
Sunset: St. Philip’s Church
St. Philip’s Church – Charleston, SC – This photo was taken several years ago in January approaching sunset. The color of the light on the church is magnificent. I also love the shadows from the homes reflected on the buildings on the right side of the image. Continue reading “Sunset: St. Philip’s Church”
Add this restaurant to your list: MINERO – Charleston, SC and Atlanta, GA!
We stopped at this restaurant for the first time on Fred’s birthday this year. We’ve always heard rave reviews, and I can see why. The food was excellent as were the people, and it sure is more fun when the place you visit has a good vibe to it.
Minero has an excellent vibe. Continue reading “Add this restaurant to your list: MINERO – Charleston, SC and Atlanta, GA!”
Make A Snowman Any Chance You Get!
The big snow of 2017 in Charleston, SC allowed us the opportunity to build this snowman. Of course I didn’t think about it until the snow was rapidly melting, so I was thrilled to get him put together and a photo taken. Continue reading “Make A Snowman Any Chance You Get!”
Joy for only $2.99?
Several years ago we bought a Christmas tree, set it up, decorated it and it was beautiful. Then Charlie, our Jack Russell terrier, jumped off of our bed and landed wrong… Continue reading “Joy for only $2.99?”
St. Mary’s Way House Plan by Our Town Plans!
This is the St. Mary’s Way house plan by Our Town Plans. This plan is 3,671 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. I love that there are options for two additional bedrooms. One as an additional guest suite, adding 381 square feet, and the other is an optional attic suite, adding 762 square feet!
Another interesting fact about this home is that there are two ways that it can be placed on a lot and both are equally as stunning! See Our Town Plans website to see the other elevations (click the orange link above). Click HERE to see a few real life images of this home (exterior). Wow!
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Christmas Traditions And A Great Christmas Cookie Recipe! Family Fav!
Christmas is a time for family traditions. Baking cookies, visiting friends, taking an elderly neighbor a little something to let them know you’re thinking of them. All are nice things to do (all year long). Here are a few of our family traditions… Continue reading “Christmas Traditions And A Great Christmas Cookie Recipe! Family Fav!”
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