That feeling you get after vacation is over...

Well well well, back to reality!

Although we got back from Charleston on Saturday, I'm still feeling that post-vacation low. 

I just can't shake it! You all know what I'm talking about - it's hard to switch back to everyday normal after care-free, relaxation, stress free tourist, and only decision you have to make is where to eat dinner & what to get off the cocktail/wine menu.

The cure for this? 

Reliving my trip by sharing with all of you lovely people & linking up with Sami! We'll just call this my therapy & you're all my therapists listening to my issues - you so kind, check is in the mail.

 Let's start where I left off on Thursday, shall we?

1.  I know I know, I already posted a pic of this little nugget. But are you going to complain about another? I wish I had room in my suitcase to bring him home!
2.  Fried green tomato BLT - on just about every menu in Charleston! YUM.
3.  I love a good quote along the sidewalk to make you stop and think.
4.  Did I mention how much I love the houses in Charleston? I'd take any of them.

1.  My first taste of a John Daly - sweet tea vodka mixed with lemonade! LOVED it.
2.  The most comfortable maxi dress ever. ever.
3.  Oleander - a beautiful flowery bush found everywhere!
4.  Taking a walk along the water!

Rainbow Row deserves it's own spotlight! Such a fun spot!

The houses in "the battery" are to die for! So much southern charm! And those front porches... swoon! Did I mention the view from their front door is of the water & the sunset in the evening?

1.  Having a drink with Dad! Blueberry vodka lemonade & a glass of Riesling!

2.  The most beautiful salad I've ever eaten - flowers and all.
3.  I've seen palm trees tons of times but they never get old to me.
4.  On the way to the airport with a home-made salted watermelon popsicle from the King of Pops - eased the pain of leaving just a bit!

And that's all folks! It was a fantastic trip & most definitely won't be my last visit to Charleston! What an amazing city - it's the total package!

I hope everyone else is slowing easing back into the bump and grind of the week. Sure enough another weekend will soon be here, let the countdown begin. But until then, enjoy Monday as much as you possible can! 

Southern Belle in Training

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I'm currently enjoying some down time with my Momma bear in Charleston, SC & enjoying every second of it! Do I have any Charleston readers? This town is everything & more - I'm head over heals in love with it! The houses, the food, the history, the charm, the shopping - it's got it all and more! Throughout all of my travels around the US and even the world, I've never come across a more polite & kindhearted city of people! This is the only place I've ever enjoyed being 24 and referred to as ma'am! I even texted my boyfriend today to tell him it wouldn't take too much convincing to get me to move here one day. I'll gladly become a southern belle here with my double front porched house overlooking the water - a girl can dream!

Here are some snaps from around the town so far! Follow me on Instagram to keep up!

A vintage spoon from 1935 turned into a ring! Antiques = LOVE!

Recycled wine bottle bottom turned into a candle - that come in different wine scented choices, might I add! More to come about this gem.

Now this is a cause I can definitely get on board with! "Save the earth. It's the only planet with wine."

What better way to scream "I'm a tourist"? But hey, it was efficient!

 

Future carriage puller/tour guide! Meet Honey :-)

Yep I'd take any of those charming houses, sure thing! I should add that these are the more modestly sized ones! Im trying to be practical, you know? You should be the big kahunas! They are like a dream, or a reality when I win the powerball. But seriously, I'm such a sucker for southern charm and a big front porch! I blame it on The Notebook!

Also for all my animal lovers out there, I too was a little hesitant about the carriage tours. But I must say, Charleston takes great care of their horses/mules! They only do 6 tours a day each, get 30 minute breaks after each ride, and are checked by a vet each day! Our horse, named Facebook, was capable of pulling 6,000 pounds so our little carriage was like a piece of cake for that handsome fellow! He was a big boy & received so much love from our tourguide, which put my heart at ease!

As my new southern friends would say -

All's good here, have a great Thursday, y'all!

Calling all travelers!

What better way is there to welcome in June than by exploring a new place?!

Off I go to Charleston, SC for a few days of sun, fun, and R&R!

If you have any suggestions for must see spots, great restaurants, shopping, or just anything you recommend - comment below! 

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Keep up with me on Instagram during my travels!

Catch y'all on the flip side!