Monthly Archives: February 2017

On the road again

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

As you read this, we’re headed north from South Carolina to New England. It has been a blast, but as they say all good things come to an end. We’ll miss… Palm trees Long walks on the beach Beautiful sunrises … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

A Camelia Tree of many colors at Mepkin Abbey, Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

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Thursday Doors

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

This handsome Thursday gate is from Brookgreen Gardens. The two Great Danes above were designed by Anna Hyatt Huntington in 1929 and carved from granite by Robert Bailie. It is a beautiful, massive piece, and as you can see from the … Continue reading →

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Congregation

Posted on February 21, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

We have really enjoyed seeing the majestic Snowy White Egrets in the marsh areas. A friend told us about a congregation of them that roost nearby, and if you get there at dusk, you can watch them fly in. We drove … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread
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Throwback Thursday

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

While visiting South Carolina, I’ve stopped at several antique stores. In one, I found this Brownie Kodak Hawkeye Flash Model camera. It made me smile. My Grandmother had one, and it was the first camera I ever used. From visiting sites on the … Continue reading →

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Road Trip

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

Last week, we went on a road trip with NH friends who have been wintering in SC for over ten years. Let me tell you – they know all the good spots. 🙂 So, off we went  to McClellanville, SC, about 43 … Continue reading →

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Thursday Doors

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

Welcome to Conway, SC, whose history traces back to the 1670’s when the British settled the area around Charleston. The city’s name has changed throughout the years, but the history remains rich. Many residents fought in the American Revolutionary War, … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread
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Brookgreen Gardens

Posted on February 6, 2017 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

Since the early 1930’s, Brookgreen Gardens has been a destination stop for all those who appreciate southern history, handsome sculptures, and beautiful gardens. It was #1 on my to-visit-list here in SC. Last week, I had the opportunity to visit … Continue reading →

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