Just a brown girl traveling the world trying to make something beautiful
Trees full of bright deep green leaves, chirping birds, subtle sounds of laughter and barking dogs, that’s what you will find in the many public squares that surround Savannah. Here are a few reasons why you should check them out for yourself. 1. They are free of course, have a picnic, read a book, meditate,…
Read MoreThe Colonial Park Cemetery is full of the history of many of Georgia’s first accomplished members of society. Many were immigrants, most were men, many died young. The location of the park is perfect for a cemetery, it’s shaded with Spanish Moss and cool, yet the sun shines brightly on the home of the dead.…
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The African American Monument Dedicated July 27th, 2002 In Honor Of Dr. Abbie H. Jordan (1925-2019) Educator, Leader, Trailblazer and Community Activist Dr. Jordan’s vision, tenacity, and financial contributions were the driving force that ensured the Savannah Riverfront was the home of the first statue in Savannah that honors African Americans. The description above is…
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Yatai Ramen and Yakitori Let’s pause for a second and grab a bite to eat! No, I didn’t say it’s time to get crazy and dine in a restaurant, you can forget that, but we can run in and grab some take out and find one of the many public squares within eye blinking distance…
Read MoreThe ferry ride across the river is approximately 5 minutes with three quick stops, and yes its free! Since Covid is a concern at the present moment, wear your mask and sanitize your hands once you step off. I measure the level of cleanliness by how much of a cleaning product I can smell in…
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The Westin Savannah Harbor Savannah will be our first destination, since it was my most recent trip and my memories are fresh. The Westin Savannah Harbor is my pic for the best hotel on the river, but I doubt if you are traveling with a group of students you will be spending most of your…
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Do The Best With What You Have The best of anything requires a level of consistency that borders insanity. That’s difficult and some might say selfish, but how else do you aspire for somewhat unattainable goals? Progress, small steps, wins, loss, lessons and failure. In my mind I see myself where I want to be,…
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Getting There From Atlanta, the Biltmore is an easy 209 miles. Head up I85 and you quickly cross the border into South Carolina. The drive is full of parks, chateaus, rivers and other spots that are a perfect diversions to the final destination. I would advise you leave early, about 9, make a stop midway…
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Stay tuned for my full rundown of the perfect spot to catch a gator in the shade, and a manatee in the sun! Much love from the brown girl freezing in Florida but still trying to make something beautiful! Ny❤️
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The ocean is where sadness ends and healing begins. I can always find my center sitting on the sand, watching the waves, hearing the sounds of seagulls and laughter of both young and old. This time of year I relish in the ability to fly down to Florida and enjoy the heat, but this year…
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Athens, where my Greek Odyssey began, it now ends
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