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Cracker P’s

                    Cracker P’s is a place that I like to go to play volleyball on the beach or have a famous “shotgun” drink. Just in case you forget, it is open Wed to Sun!

Bahamas bound

                      One of my most favorite places in the world is the Abacos. I am here now in my favorite room, in my favorite house unwinding from a day of simple fun. We had an interesting landing. We came in to Marsh Harbor and just [...]

Countdown to Spoleto

Spoleto is one of my favorite events in Charleston.  Here’s a little history. “For 17 days and nights each spring, Spoleto Festival USA fills Charleston, South Carolina’s historic theaters, churches and outdoor spaces with over 120 performances by renowned artists as well as emerging performers in disciplines ranging from opera, theater, music theater, dance, and [...]

Some of my favorite photos

It is an absolutely beautiful weekend here in Charleston.  I am outside enjoying my garden and just being.  Below are some of my favorite photos from the Bahamas.  I hope you enjoy!                       So happy…                     [...]

Elle Decor features Charleston

                              Thank you to Elle Decor for the mention of ESD in the May issue.  I love your magazine and I was honored to be in it in any way.  Glad you commented on Middleton gardens.  It is the best garden in [...]

Is heaven purple?

                    The George V in Paris has an amazing spa.  Once I flew into Paris early in the morning and went directly to the spa.  Ok ok.   I know that is pretty decadent but hey it had been a rough year.  I had a blood clot post a knee [...]

Paris memories…

                          Walking in the Marais district in Paris I came upon the Esteban shop.  It is a beautiful boutique with the best smelling candles and scents ever!  Each year I make the pilgrimage to buy more candles.  This year I got the bright [...]

Thank you Southern Accents!

                          Visiting Charleston?  Check out Muffie’s picks for eating, shopping and lodging in the March/April issue of Southern Accents.  The article focuses on Charleston’s top spots.  Chef Mike Lata of Fig, gallery owner Ann Long and Kitty Robinson of Historic Charleston Foundation are also featured.

A southern jewel

One of the jewels in the crown of the southern garden, the camellia is our bridge to Spring. They don’ t last long but they float well.  I recommend getting a silver tray and filling it as high as you can with water.  Add a stem or two of a woody green like pyracantha and the flowers [...]

“Cracker up”

Crabbing on the dikes of a rice field.  I am told to pick the crab, get some softened cream cheese, pat the crab into it, add a little lemon and cocktail sauce and “cracker up baby”…. Fresh from my crabbing adventure!                             [...]