What our visit to Lady's Island Oyster farm taught us about oysters cultivated for raw bars and restaurants in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Plus a bonus recipe for White Wine Mignonette Sauce. It's tough to think of small coastal towns without thinking of great seafood. … [Read more...]
Walking Tour of Historic Norcross, Georgia (North Peachtree)
My newly adopted hometown, Norcross, Georgia, was the first town in our county to be placed on the U.S. Register of Historic Places. The homes (and two other buildings) in this walking tour are just a few of the interesting and beautiful homes located here. … [Read more...]
Walking Tour of Historic Homes in Norcross, Georgia
Since moving to Norcross, Georgia, in October, 2015, it amazes me that most people, even in the Atlanta area, don't realize what a wonderful Historic District we have here. There are several major highways that come through the area and when you say "I live in Norcross" what … [Read more...]
Restaurants of Historic Norcross
Now, I am, by no means, a restaurant critic -- just a new resident of Historic Norcross, and proud to be here. As the spring comes, I am SO excited about all the activities available in this wonderful little town. I plan to stay involved in as many as I can, and I will, to the … [Read more...]
Santa Fe, New Mexico in 3 Days
Okay, so this is a little overdue, but definitely worth sharing. Better late than never, I hope. We made this trip back in August. When Buddy first suggested it, I thought ....."Santa Fe in August? That sounds hot." But, as it turns out, the elevation of Santa Fe is high enough … [Read more...]
Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade
This past weekend, Mom and I took a little "staycation" in Midtown Atlanta and had a blast! Why midtown Atlanta? The Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade! If you're not from Atlanta, you may be wondering "What is the Beltline?" The Beltline is a former railway corridor that goes … [Read more...]
Visiting Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
A couple of weeks ago we had the opportunity to attend a convention at the beautiful Ponte Vedra Inn and Club on the eastern coast of Florida, just south of Jacksonville Beach. Details of the resort are at their site, here. Just to get you drooling over this place, … [Read more...]
