John Osteen’s Cabin Revisited

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John Osteen opened his log cabin to the public again this past weekend.  I had been looking forward to making another visit since last year when I went out for my first visit. (Last years visit seen here) .  The day was overcast and we had a  slight drizzle on the the way out. [...]

Aiken’s Makin 2011

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This past weekend, about 30,000 shoppers came to downtown Aiken, South Carolina for the annual Aiken’s Makin arts and craft show.  More than 200 vendors and exhibitors were on hand with plenty of arts, crafts, and food.  This year marked the 35 Anniverary of this popular event.  In past years, vendors were located [...]

Dogwoods and Azaleas Come to Aiken

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I love the spring when the Dogwood and Azaleas are in full bloom in Aiken.

South Carolina Aquarium Thru the Eyes of a Child

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The South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston is a fun experience any time. Watching the excitement of a child seeing it for the first time is priceless. Fish and animals from all parts of South Carolina are on display, from the mountain forest, to the Piedmont, coastal plain, salt marsh, coast and ocean. [...]

Hopelands Gardens Camellia

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The Camellias at Hopelands Gardens were beautiful this year. Aiken, South Carolina has been having a colorful spring as flowers of all descriptions having been blooming.

More Turtles, Please

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It was a warm day at Hopelands Gardens and the turtles were out in force. I think we need just a few more turtles and we can fill this raft.

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Street Musician on King Street in Charleston

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Charleston, South Carolina is one of my favorite places to visit. Walking down King Street, you are always sure to see many interesting sights. This street musicain was busy playing his sax while the busy city passed by. He must have been making some people happy, because his instrument case had quite [...]

Christmas at Riverbanks Zoo

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While we were at Riverbanks Zoo recently, they were putting out the Christmas lights and had them turned on for testing. It made an interesting shot thru the trees and lights.

 

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More Fall foliage in Aiken, South Carolina

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While visiting John Osteen’s cabin, I found these beautiful red leaves.

John Osteen’s Log Cabin

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Today, you could step back in time as you enjoyed the annual Open House at John Osteen’s cabin. For the bicentennial year back in 1976, John grew his beard and built his cabin. He loves old stuff, and over the years has has added a barn, one room school house, a smokehouse, [...]