FLOWER POWER – Charleston, SC!

You would never know this was a weekday, midday – cloudy, out running errands, we stopped by a local garden center and whoa!I just snapped a quick photo – I’m telling you stunning flowers and plants everywhere you look! This is one of the favorite locations that people head to when it’s time to start planting flowers. Plants & flowers make us all happy, don’t they? Where was I when I took this photo?

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Mandarin Oranges & Clementines – A Favorite!

You know about these luscious little oranges. There are different varieties, some with thicker skins, some with seeds, some without, some slightly larger. Some contain more potassium, others contain more Vitamin C. They are an absolute treat. I have both the smaller clementines with the sweeter fruit, (smaller size and easy peel and bonus, no seeds!) as well as a bag of mandarin oranges similar to clementines, but a little larger, a little less sweet. Both are fabulous and make a great dessert when you’re being on your best behavior…

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Spring! Coming Soon…

The first day of Spring is Friday! So I’m going to start the pretty flower photos a bit early. We live in the southeast region (Zone 9a with plants and flowers), so our flowers are going crazy with blooms and when ours are done, areas north of us are just blooming. This time of year is so beautiful, I love it!

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Best of Broadway: MJ the Musical! 5⭐️

Playbill for MJ the Musical

Would you like a night out on the town at a nice venue with good parking? Look no further. We just saw the MOST AMAZING show in Charleston, SC. Around April of 2025 we decided instead of buying gifts all year for each other for holidays we would buy season tickets to the Best of Broadway series. I’m so glad we did! The shows have been exceptional, and MJ the Musical was OVER. THE. TOP. good!!!

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Spring Forward 2026!!

Spring Ahead text on image of white flower with green background

The weather is warming up in Charleston, SC – it was 80℉ today and high 70’s all week coming up. I know this has been a frigid winter for so many of you. This is just a reminder that along with the time change (unless you live in one of the few places that doesn’t participate) comes warmer weather – If you’re not seeing it yet, it’s on the way!

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With Spring Right Around the Corner WHEN is the Best Time To Start Planting?

Colorful flowers at a nursery/design store

It’s been a cold harsh winter here in Charleston, SC 😉 – for us… BUT, absolutely nothing compared to other parts of the country – that’s for sure. A week here or there of brutally cold temps is nothing (and not even considered “brutally cold” elsewhere). Temps this week ranging from 70-80 degrees for the next ten days. SO, when is it safe to begin planting? It’s difficult to pass by wonderful nurseries and see GORGEOUS flowers and want to load up and get planting, right?

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Could this be Charleston’s last cold day this year?

blue sky bare tree - winter

Crazy temps this time of year. Nice. Warm. Warm & humid. Cool. Nippy. Windy & nippy all in the span of a week or two. How crazy. We cannot complain (I’m not, I love colder weather!) with a high in the low 50’s and a low in the low 30’s – will. not. complain. Just look at this photo. The bluest of skies, the starkness of the bare tree. Our azaleas are budding and that’s no lie! Temps will be near and at 70 in the coming week…

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The Old Pitt Street Bridge – Mount Pleasant, SC!

View from Pitt Street Bridge in Mount Pleasant SC.

If you aren’t familiar with the old Pitt Street bridge in Mount Pleasant – you might want to take a peek next time you’re in the area. It is the perfect use of an old bridge. A new bridge was built and some had the forethought to keep a portion of the old bridge so people could walk out, enjoy the stunning vistas, fish, walk their dogs, jog, visit, etc.

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Take A Moment To Reflect…

mirrored ball reflecting me pointing at a sign to take a moment to reflect

I took this photo at the Robert Lange Gallery in Charleston, SC. Owners, Robert & Megan Lange have created a space (from their very first gallery) that is cutting edge, draws excellent artists who’s work is so creative it’s wonderful to visit and take it all in. The gallery itself is a work of art and that’s no lie. So much creativity – and the gallery – wow, it’s a beauty.

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Charleston, SC Snow Pic Through the Window

So many of you have experienced record snowfall in the past month or two – and more specifically this past weekend. There were varied amounts that fell throughout the area. We didn’t have a lot, but the road did look icy yesterday morning. I snapped this once it had been melting for a while. It was nice to wake up to fresh, beautiful snow. Especially knowing it won’t be there long…

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A Winter Walk Around Charleston, SC!

Charleston, SC street view with St. Phillips church in background. Window boxes. Winter.

It’s winter in the Lowcountry (and is actually going to feel like it this weekend with low temps dropping to the 20’s and the highs in the 30’s and 40’s). We have nothing to complain about compared to the rest of the country, that’s for sure! Walking in the sunshine feels so good, it can warm you right up, pop over to the shady side of the street and you’ll need a coat for sure!

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Serena & Lily, Welcome To Charleston, SC!

Serena & Lily breathed life into an old space that sat vacant for quite some time. Located in downtown Charleston (on the peninsula) this is a space that is a delight to walk through. It helps so much to see their items in person. It’s difficult to judge the size, color, etc. online. If you aren’t familiar with Serena & Lily, check out their website. Design inspiration!

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