Feb 18
2010

Our recent visit to Bishopville, SC, took us back to a multi-class reunion.  I was sitting there with a couple I had just met–the Andersons from Rock Hill.  Ann Elliott walked in and I said, “there’s my cousin.” He says, “ if she’s your cousin then so am I.”  It was Ann’s brother.  We got to know each other better.  You see, the Browns are from Brown’s Town right there in Lee County.  His granddaddy and mine were brothers.  Davis & Charlie Brown.

You might want to visit the Natives of Lee County blog by Johnny Reemes:  http://natives-of-lee-county-south-carolina.blogspot.com/.  The following are some pictures taken while I was there.  I’ll try to put them in a slide show.

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Nov 24
2009

Oh, What a Night!  Please bear with me Celebrate South Carolina to include my 40th High School Reunion!  Wish I had taken more pictures.  Camden is a great place to live, work & play–and abounds with history.  Check out the Chamber site to the right under Cities in South Carolina.  I’ve several stories in my category collection of postings to the right.  Please read them if you will.

Camden is a  horse & history little town.  The day of our class reunion the Colonial Cup was going on–one of the great social events of the year in Camden. 

The link is: http://www.carolina-cup.org/colonial-cup.php

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We had over 300 people graduate in 1969 and probably had around 100 plus at the reunion.  Great memories!  Great friends and a great place to come back home to!  Hope that some of you Camden friends will help me “Celebrate South Carolina!”

Oh! Lisa’ Swensson, one of our class officers is currently the Director of the Hickory Museum of Art  http://www.hickorymuseumofart.org/home.php.  A WOW person from CAMDEN, SC that now lives in Hickory, NC–check out Cities in NC to the right!

If you have pictures from the event and you’d like them included, please send with a caption to nnashmb@sc.rr.com and I’ll include them on the slide show above! 



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Nov 13
2009

Oyster Festival in Brunswick County

Oyster Festival in Brunswick County

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Calabash, NC, just across the South Carolina boarder is a great little fishing village and filled with so many restaurants–it’s noted for its seafood.  

NEW YORK TIMES Travel Section has written an article on a little of the history and  about how it became Calabash “Style” Seafood.  http://www.nytimes.com/1983/08/28/travel/in-calabash-nc-it-s-seafood-aplenty.html 

The Seafood Festival & Car Show with be held 11/16/09.  We suggest that you visit this weekend and check out the scenery and seafood.  You can read about the event to the right at on Festivals and Events or click 1800ToRelax Events:   http://800torelax.wordpress.com/ for particulars on the event.

Calabash, NC, a WOW place to visit or live!  We always say, “Come, See! Come, Live!”

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Nov 11
2009

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Well, I learned last week that hiking is a great way to spend a beautiful day with friends and nature.  The photos above were taken last week while staying in Gatlinburg, TN.  A great place to visit and if you need a rental company, we recommend www.mountainchalets.com. 

I was pretty worried about the hike, for I felt unprepared physically.  However, my friends pushed me through it and it was quite wonderful.  A mile and three-quarters up/lunch/mile and three-quarters back down the mountain in a total of about 4 hours.  A great thing to do and a great place to visit!  This was Megan’s trail near the 441 National Ranger’s Station.  There’s a historical hunt and fish club that I’ll post some pictures and links later.

I realize that Gatlinburg is not in South Carolina; but, the mountains are!  marthacamera-309Here’s a picture of me on the way down.  The girls said, “This was my right of passage!”  Thanks, for a WOW time on the mountain trail, girls.  I’ll be back in March for another excursion.



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Oct 14
2009

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Small town life in South Carolina is all about neighborhoods filled with real families. Nothing could be finer than gathering with friends and neighbors while meeting new friends. Festivals in our small towns are one of the best celebrations of our state and its great people and places.

We savor the season’s best with fall events which are especially delightful right now when the busy summer is gone and the weather is at its most perfect. Just what nature intended for pure enjoyment of the outdoors — a festival for weekend entertainment.

Festivals usually revolve around food. The centerpiece may be chicken bog, shrimp, oysters, crabs, barbecue, yams, you-name-it! If we don’t already have a festival especially for it, well maybe we’ll dream up a new one! The star of the show is only an excuse for the event of course, as vendors always offer additional tastes suitable for street food. What great opportunities for sampling dishes we would not (or could not) create at home!

Live entertainment showcases lots of local and regional talent with music and dance, sometimes with clowns and much more.

Unique arts and crafts exhibited at festivals also are  part of our celebration of the outstanding talent which we find throughout our state.

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Almost every fall weekend brings a new opportunity, free or inexpensive to browse, especially for meeting people and enjoying the sights and sounds of our small towns. Winter and spring will bring even more opportunities for getting together too. Check our events category here often for suggestions of happenings.

How do you celebrate? What are your favorites? Anything special you want to know about our festivals or our small towns? Your comments and questions are invited!

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Oct 3
2009

What a wonderful time for a road trip.  I  headed to North Augusta via several stops in Camden. From one side of the state to the other!  I’ve added North Augusta Chamber to the right!  They have this great walk/run attraction called the Greeneway!    I would say active people are healthier people,  so I’m proclaiming that North Augusta  is a healthy place to live, work & play!  Link http://www.northaugustachamber.org/living/living_recreation.html

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At Camden, saw 3 of my brothers and 2 nephews.  First Stop:  Visited 2 brothers doing work on the Venue–my nephew’s night spot in Camden.  Second Stop:  Another nephew just bought a foreclosure up on Lake Wateree (photo from master bedroom below).  He and his brother are doing the work.  A WOW place–I believe it’s located around the Beaver Creek area.  When he gets finished, he’ll have a fantastic place.  I think I’ll ask him if we can have the family reunion there next May (my turn to host).

Third Stop: One of my brothers and his wife have a “green” thumb. I couldn’t help but take some pictures (actually about 40 in his yard alone).

Fourth Stop and Purpose of trip:  To help my neice make some changes in her home (decorating on a dime or Aunt Nina).  Exhausting but really fun!  I can’t believe I didn’t take any pictures of my my niece’s home–especially after all that work!  The pets are Zeta and Tucker & Lilly (I think that’s right).  Tucker & Lilly are her son’s; and, they are new to their home.  The hydranea is hers.  Had Saturday breakfast, Sunday Church & lunch at my other niece’s home..  Just a great time and even got to see my sister–it was her birthday!

WOW South Carolina Family!  Hope you don’t mind my sharing my fun!  Being with family and helping out whenever you can is another reason to Celebrate South Carolina.  I believe North Augusta would be a great place to live–especially since I have family there! 

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Sep 24
2009

Fruit started pouring in this summer from neighbors and friends–figs, figs and more figs.  You see my mother made fig preserves every year; so, therefore, that’s one of my favorite things to do! They were showing up on my doorsteps from those who knew that little secret–that’s how I knew that the harvest was coming in this year!

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My mission statement is in the Proverb’s 31 woman and it was what brought me into the real estate business and it reads:    “She buys a field and with its profits, she plants a vineyard!”  When I started seeing the fruit, I felt it was time to plant the vineyard….. which led me to my visit to La Belle Amie Vineyards recently, off Highway 90 in North Myrtle Beach! 

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This is where I met Vicki Weigle, the Proprietor, of La Belle Amie Vineyard.  It was quite a visit and it brought about a new friend:  Meet this sweet spot in South Carolina  www.labelleamie.com.  We had an excellent visit and she gave me some excellent ideas for my vineyard.  She suggested the Royal Grape for my vineyard.  They have many events at the vineyard and daily wine tastings.  I recommend a day at the vineyard!

Working your mission is a way of celebrating South Carolina.  Another WOW place in South Carolina!  And, as we always say….. Come See, Come Live!

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Sep 23
2009

Tourist Town Guides®  will publish a new independent travel guidebook about Myrtle Beach and the area in their spring 2010 series.

See details here about the book and about Charlie and Liz Mitchell, who have both worked with us at C-21 Coastal Lifestyles, and  are contracted to write the book.

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You will notice that they will have a spot here at Let’s Celebrate South Carolina.  Liz is a contributor, advisor, and friend…   WOW people who have been celebrating South Carolina and as we always say,  “Come See, Come Live!”

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Sep 10
2009

cropped-agf3940-digipak-jfp0011What talent! What a delight to know Rocky! What a perfect way to celebrate South Carolina!

Rocky’s new CD “The Path Ahead…and steps then taken” is ready for release and will be performed in concert Sept. 12 at  Tara Theater at Litchfield Beach and Golf Resort in Pawleys Island, SC at 6:30 PM.

Performers include Patrick O’Leary, Greg Ford and Rob Napier and special guest Emmy winner Will Ackerman!

Limited number of tickets available here: www.theconcerthouse.com.

I met Rocky back when he was starting a new ministry in the area called Street Reach.  He is a great guy!  Congratulations, Rocky! WOW!



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Aug 7
2009

We met years ago and traveled the country and Canada promoting the Myrtle Beach area.  She owned a golf tour business for gals bringing all her friends to play in the “Golf Capitol of the World.”

Well, she’s not from South Carolina; but, that’s okay.  She is now the Executive Director of the Warren County Chamber of Commerce in Warrenton, NC.  I’ve even added the website to the right.  I hope to visit there real soon and see this historic little town.

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We had a great visit while she was here recently; and, we say congratulations.  Warrenton is getting the best when it comes to promoting and building business.  I’m sure that Jana would say “Let’s Celebrate Warren County!”



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