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The Smithsonian Folkways Collection

Real voices of real people with real emotion. Much of the collection is freely available and downloadable on iTunesU. As Pete Seeger said … “If you’re ever feeling a little down … listen to what these people have to say!” Music from the heart and soul. And what music! Enjoy.

The Smithsonian Folkways Collection

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The secrets of a garlic grower

The secrets of a garlic grower. Very nice Sunday reading … just in case you haven’t found anything else!

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Sister Cities

Charleston and Savannah are sister cities. Both are located on the Atlantic coast and were among the earliest towns founded by the British.

If you’re going to Savannah, you might also want to visit Charleston. If you’re going to Charleston, you MUST visit Savannah!

In either direction, be sure to spend the day in Beaufort.

Pronounce BEW FUR T

The New York Times just published …

36 hours in Charleston!

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On … the Isle of … Hope!

SLOW

NARROW

ROAD

 

Coincidence that this sign, slightly hidden from view, should be posted … on an island called  “Hope.” Maybe instructions for … life?

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Wormsloe

For more about the Wormsloe Plantation, just click here!

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Savannah in August

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Polk’s Farm Market

Polk's Farm Fresh Market
Polk’s Farm Fresh Market

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Pelicanz at Sunrise

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where 2nd meets 7th

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Sandpiper

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