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When I was a child, my Gullah grandma would tell us stories of how she was treated when she shopped King Street as a child. They’d allow her to shop— but through back doors. And she was never ever able to sit at their lunch counters. All because of the color of her skin. She never spoke ill of anyone, but was always clear why that part of town made her uncomfortable. 

Fast forward a few decades and on this morning pictured above—before attending, yet another, celebration of a stylish boutique on that very street— I dropped my mom off at her house, then swung by my grandmother’s just to give her a kiss. She remarked on how beautiful I looked and asked where I was going. When I explained she just smiled and told me she was proud, but I knew it meant a lot more. 

To see her granddaughter gallivant up and down that very street in a way she couldn’t even dream about is MY reason why and has been since my pageant days. That and wanting to prove charm and elegance isn’t only bred South of Broad.

I share this for two reasons: 1) this is her lived experience; a life that still exists. So please don’t ever believe “that happened soOoOo long ago”. We’re hardly 2 generations removed. 
And 2) she has an Instagram account now lol 🤗🤗🤗 so I want her to know how much she’s always on my mind..even if I don’t call as often as I should. 

Thanks @shopabbeyglass + @chassity.evans inviting me to celebrate the launch of your spring collection … and for helping me make my grandma proud that morning!!

Matriarch, Charleston SC history, grandmother granddaughter relationship, generational ties, passing down, Charleston influencer, where to shop in Charleston
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Turns out sending a handwritten note isn’t just super chic and thoughtful, it’s an act of resistance…and an American right (yup, it’s even in the constitution) 🇺🇸

Send this to someone you want to be your pen pal— or comment POSTCARD if you want me to become yours!

mail in voting USA, USPS privatization, United States Postal Service, public service vs private entity, protecting voting rights, civic duty, rural mail, staying connected, preserving American traditions, send a postcard challenge, support USPS
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My only regret is that I’ll never get to experience it for the first time ever again…

Blackberry Farm, luxury travel, the great Smoky Mountains, bucket list hotel, farm to table, couples trip, romantic getaway, luxury mountain trip
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Just a few more thoughts + lessons from the past week!

Future matriarch, celebrating heritage, St. Pat’s celebration, where to eat in Charleston, color of the year, coral for spring, self-care, 80/20, music evoked nostalgia
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It’s amazing what a spa day + a meal with a view will do for you!
Luckily, @dunlinauberge allows guests to reserve a riverfront cabana all day at their pool club when booking (at least) a 60-minute treatment at their spa Tuesdays-Thursdays from March through May. 

Charleston hotel, luxury travel, treat yourself, Charleston hidden gems, coastal lifestyle, Things to do in Charleston SC, Auberge property, The Dunlin, Charleston secrets, Kiawah River
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There are some traditions I’m not willing to let go of… and this is definitely one!! 🇺🇸

US government, American politics, abolish ICE, democracy, USA, future matriarch, American traditions, motherhood, first amendment rights, freedom of speech, constitution, free speech matters, peaceful protest
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When I was a child, my Gullah grandma would tell us stories of how she was treated when she shopped King Street as a child. They’d allow her to shop— but through back doors. And she was never ever able to sit at their lunch counters. All because of the color of her skin. She never spoke ill of anyone, but was always clear why that part of town made her uncomfortable. 

Fast forward a few decades and on this morning pictured above—before attending, yet another, celebration of a stylish boutique on that very street— I dropped my mom off at her house, then swung by my grandmother’s just to give her a kiss. She remarked on how beautiful I looked and asked where I was going. When I explained she just smiled and told me she was proud, but I knew it meant a lot more. 

To see her granddaughter gallivant up and down that very street in a way she couldn’t even dream about is MY reason why and has been since my pageant days. That and wanting to prove charm and elegance isn’t only bred South of Broad.

I share this for two reasons: 1) this is her lived experience; a life that still exists. So please don’t ever believe “that happened soOoOo long ago”. We’re hardly 2 generations removed. 
And 2) she has an Instagram account now lol 🤗🤗🤗 so I want her to know how much she’s always on my mind..even if I don’t call as often as I should. 

Thanks @shopabbeyglass + @chassity.evans inviting me to celebrate the launch of your spring collection … and for helping me make my grandma proud that morning!!

Matriarch, Charleston SC history, grandmother granddaughter relationship, generational ties, passing down, Charleston influencer, where to shop in Charleston
Open
Turns out sending a handwritten note isn’t just super chic and thoughtful, it’s an act of resistance…and an American right (yup, it’s even in the constitution) 🇺🇸

Send this to someone you want to be your pen pal— or comment POSTCARD if you want me to become yours!

mail in voting USA, USPS privatization, United States Postal Service, public service vs private entity, protecting voting rights, civic duty, rural mail, staying connected, preserving American traditions, send a postcard challenge, support USPS
Open
My only regret is that I’ll never get to experience it for the first time ever again…

Blackberry Farm, luxury travel, the great Smoky Mountains, bucket list hotel, farm to table, couples trip, romantic getaway, luxury mountain trip
Open
Just a few more thoughts + lessons from the past week!

Future matriarch, celebrating heritage, St. Pat’s celebration, where to eat in Charleston, color of the year, coral for spring, self-care, 80/20, music evoked nostalgia
Open
It’s amazing what a spa day + a meal with a view will do for you!
Luckily, @dunlinauberge allows guests to reserve a riverfront cabana all day at their pool club when booking (at least) a 60-minute treatment at their spa Tuesdays-Thursdays from March through May. 

Charleston hotel, luxury travel, treat yourself, Charleston hidden gems, coastal lifestyle, Things to do in Charleston SC, Auberge property, The Dunlin, Charleston secrets, Kiawah River
Open
There are some traditions I’m not willing to let go of… and this is definitely one!! 🇺🇸

US government, American politics, abolish ICE, democracy, USA, future matriarch, American traditions, motherhood, first amendment rights, freedom of speech, constitution, free speech matters, peaceful protest
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