I have always loved history, and September 28th is the anniversary of one of the most momentous events in history and was key in shaping the direction and character of Western Civilization.
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ST. SIMONS ISLAND
I love my work and running my own marketing business with a great team and, although people occasionally refer to me as a workaholic, it does not feel that way to me. Nevertheless, I will admit that it is good for me when friends from around the world visit and make me slow down a little to enjoy this beautiful part of Georgia in which we live.
Continue readingA TINY BIT OF THE USA IN ENGLAND!
Read about the little piece of the United States in the United Kingdom that honors one of the greatest American presidents.
Continue readingCHANGES IN THE WORKPLACE
I was reminiscing the other day about how the world of work has changed over the last few decades and comparing how the professions of public relations and journalism used to interact compared to nowadays.
Continue readingWELCOME TO THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
Welcome to August! As this is my 14th summer in Coastal Georgia I am more or less used to the sauna-like heat, afternoon thunderstorms and schools returning in early August.
Continue readingGOLDEN RETRIEVERS
My regular readers will know that I love dogs. My husband and I have always had at least two, and sometimes as many as four of these four-legged best friends. They are part of our family and make a house a home.
Continue readingTHE SEASON FOR SWIMMING POOLS
I adore the warmer months and like nothing better than to dive into and float around the swimming pool. Although I enjoy the beach, I am a always a little wary of the tides and general unpredictability of swimming in the sea.
Continue readingA TRIP TO AUSTIN
I love exploring new places in the USA, and regular readers will know of my secret desire to eventually visit all the states in the USA. Last month we headed to Austin, Texas.
Continue readingJUNE DELIGHTS
June is definitely one of my favorite months, mainly for its long warm summer days for the pool, grilling out, beaches and boating. It is also the month of my wedding anniversary, our 23rd this year, and we always take time to celebrate that.
Continue readingRAISING A GLASS
Lesley muses about about the history of glass, which has been used for centuries to store beverages, food, chemicals and cosmetics. The widespread use of glass as a storage vessel throughout history highlights the material’s resilience and functionality.
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