Tag: Charleston

Tired of Mosquitoes? Try this – Now is the time!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, garden, HOME, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

Do you live in an area with mosquitoes? I think a good many of us do and their population seems to be getting worse. If you want to avoid pesticides, mosquito spraying, chemicals, this is something to try – everything I read about it sounds like it really helps a lot. It may not be perfect, but after 30 years of trying pretty much everything – nothing is. The best part, it’s not harmful to you, your animals or birds, bees, etc. #happydance

Continue reading “Tired of Mosquitoes? Try this – Now is the time!” →

It’s Raining!! 💃

On By Barbara StroudIn Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

It’s Saturday and the weekend is upon us. It’s also raining. Thank goodness! We have been in an extreme drought for some time now. We don’t want the farmers to lose their crops for the season and it was kind of looking like that might be what would happen. But… it started raining and I’m thrilled. There is an air show scheduled here in Charleston, SC for TODAY. The Blue Angels…

Continue reading “It’s Raining!! 💃” →

Morning Walk – Charleston, SC!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Favorite Things, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

Several of the different walking routes we take pass by marsh – beautiful, elegant, back-in-time views where time slows down, the birds fly freely and life is peaceful. It’s a joy to watch. Since we were out walking (for fitness) I couldn’t dilly dally too long, so a quick snap is all I could get. Enjoy!

Continue reading “Morning Walk – Charleston, SC!” →

A Squirrel Shot & A Severe Drought!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, HOME, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

I took an evening walk and guess who was in the tree having a big time. The squirrel. They’re everywhere and I know some people aren’t big on them because they can be destructive but to watch them, they always seem so happy. Jumping around, and from tree to tree it almost appears they can fly at times. See the tree branch the squirrel is on? Note the crunchy vegetation…

Continue reading “A Squirrel Shot & A Severe Drought!” →

Spring! Coming Soon…

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Flowers, Garden Center, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

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!

Continue reading “Spring! Coming Soon…” →

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

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Photograph, THOUGHTS, weatherLeave a comment
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…

Continue reading “Could this be Charleston’s last cold day this year?” →

Serena & Lily, Welcome To Charleston, SC!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Design Inspiration, Photograph, THOUGHTS1 Comment

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!

Continue reading “Serena & Lily, Welcome To Charleston, SC!” →

Running Errands Can Look Like This (Charleston, SC)

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Lifestyle, Photograph, THOUGHTS2 Comments
Sunset over the Intracoastal waterway. Charleston. James Island.

We had a few errands to run the other evening. So we headed out expecting the every day traffic, and it didn’t disappoint. So we took an alternate route and this was our view. How stunning to live in such a beautiful area. January in Charleston, sunset. It kept getting better and better. I mean, THESE CLOUDS!!!! Wow…

Continue reading “Running Errands Can Look Like This (Charleston, SC)” →

It’s A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, HOME, Lifestyle, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment

So far, 2026 is proving to be a motivational, “get things done” kind of year. From drawers to moving furniture around (again) and the subsequent cleaning that comes with each move, it’s exciting to be in the same house, yet have it feel so different. Future 2026, make a shift from white walls to walls with color? We’ve always loved saturated color, darker colors. Then made a change to all white. Fresh. Now, it’s getting tiresome. Especially with all…

Continue reading “It’s A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood!” →

Capturing A Moment During a Scenic Walk in Charleston, SC!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Design Inspiration, Flowers, HOME, Photograph, preservation, THOUGHTSLeave a comment
Historic home in Charleston, SC

January is almost upon us so we thought we would get a head start on health and fitness and head out on a fast walk. Somewhere different. We usually walk our neck of the woods, which is beautiful, but… It’s so nice to get out and walk somewhere different. Different views which are so nice! I had to do a good deal of walk/running to keep up with my husband because I kept stopping to take a photo…

Continue reading “Capturing A Moment During a Scenic Walk in Charleston, SC!” →

Holiday Shopping in Charleston, SC!

On By Barbara StroudIn Charleston, Design Inspiration, Favorite Things, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment
Selfie in mirror at The Dewberry Hotel in Charleston, SC

I have to say, Charleston, SC is about as festive as can be. We haven’t been downtown in quite a while so it was nice to get out on a cool day, walk the streets, pop in the shops and check things out. Visitors in our own town. What can be better? You’re home in 5 minutes, no packing required!

Continue reading “Holiday Shopping in Charleston, SC!” →

Spectacular Blooms in Charleston!

On By Barbara StroudIn flowers, Garden Center, Photograph, THOUGHTSLeave a comment
Beautiful flower planter!

Breathtaking, right? Just when you think they can’t possibly come up with another floral arrangement idea, BAM, there it is in all its glory. Pure brilliance. I get so many great ideas wandering around garden centers. They just have a special touch and unique vision that can bring the unexpected together…

Continue reading “Spectacular Blooms in Charleston!” →