Smallest Church
Just south of Savannah Georgia on Coastal Hwy US 17 in Townsend Georgia you can visit the smallest church in America. Recently rebuilt due to a fire it is a quiet spot with a picnic area if you are traveling in the area. Along this route there are many historic markers and further south is the City of Darien. Definitely worth the stop if you are in the coastal Georgia area and it gets you off I95 for some site seeing.
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Bottle trees
I had not lived in South Georgia very long, when I was invited to dinner at a co-workers home. I couldn’t help but to notice a small tree with bottles on the branches off the steps of her back door. When I asked about this unusual tree she said that was where she recycled her wine bottles and at the same time kept bad vibes away from her home. Never hearing of this before I just had to get one for my yard. Cool looking , fun conversation piece, and could come in useful.
I shopped the usual garden centers and junk stores but had no luck finding what grabbed me or seemed affordable for used bottles.
Then one afternoon I was heading out to the beach, on Hwy 21 on St. Helena Island South Carolina and on the road side there they were. It was fun selecting my tree and talking to the lady who made them. She went on to tell me the locals believed that bad spirits were attracted to the colored glass, especially blue , and the wind carries them into the bottles where they get trapped….And that’s what it’s all about
For more information https://www.facebook.com/lowcountrybottletrees/
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I’m thrifty
Nothing says “stop the car “ more than good stuff sitting on the sidewalks beside a lamp post in a small town on a sunny day. A wicker rocker, a chenille bedspread, a painted dresser, and porch decorations are just a few of the deals I have found shopping at the thrift stores in Springfield.
It is definitely worth putting on your “must do” list when considering a relaxing day out to look for decorating items. Most of the shops are open Tuesday-Saturday.
For more information on shopping, dining, theatre and festivals in Springfield Georgia
you can visit:
https://www.facebook.com/Springfield-Merchant-Association-189779447705853/
Itchy Moss
In the southern US states you have within an arms reach the beautiful moss hanging from oak trees. It’s easy to grab and drape over your arm or make a touristy necklace. This is a plant and is home to little bugs called “chiggers” , so don’t be surprised when you remove it and see the little red bites. Other than that if you get itchy to take some home as a souvenir, handle it carefully with gloves and put it in a plastic bag. If you are using it for a decorative planter it will stay alive in a warm humid area. For indoor decorations you may want to consider delicately washing it in soapy water or placing it in the microwave for a few seconds to get rid of the critters.
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Plenty of sunshine to go around
One thing you’ll never hear me complain about is the Savannah area weather. Winter temperatures rise and fall and some of the cooler days are usually quite welcomed. Just bring plenty of socks along to wear with your sandals. With all kidding aside, you should find the temperatures pleasant for most of the year with the exception of July and August which can host 90 degrees everyday with very high humidity.
For more information on year round temperatures you can visit
https://weatherspark.com/y/17828/Average-Weather-in-Savannah-Georgia-United-States
History buffs..
Local residents, I95 travelers through Georgia, and visitors to Savannah will not be disappointed in the rich history they will find in Effingham County Georgia. Located 25 miles north of Savannah between the Savannah and Ogeechee Rivers, you will find numerous sites to visit, many noted on the National historic registry. A great resource to help plan your visit is the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce.
