Spring has sprung at The Venue at Springfield Estates where azaleas, camellias and wildflowers are in full bloom. Beneath a canopy of historical oaks dripping with Spanish moss, a soft breeze stirs the soulful stories of a bygone era. Here, looking out over rice fields and the Great Pee Dee River, time stands still. A bald eagle soars above the fiery sunset and a family of … [Read more...]

When you think of weddings in the South, Charleston automatically comes to mind and there is a good reason for that. The Holy City has been named among the most beautiful wedding destinations in the United States, according to trusted travel sources like Condé Nast Traveler. If you’ve been dreaming of tying the knot beneath the Spanish moss-draped oaks of the Lowcountry, … [Read more...]

Love of Art In 1964, when John W. Jones transferred to Bethel Hanberry County School in Blythewood at 13 years old, Millie Johnson was the first girl who spoke to him. They soon found themselves in young love. Fast forward several years later to graduation, and Jones was drafted into the military and all but disappeared, except for the updates that his sister sometimes … [Read more...]

The holiday season is filled with joyful cheer, family time, social gatherings, tasty treats, opening presents and, most importantly, sharing these festive occasions with the person you love. One of the most popular times of the year to get engaged is during the holidays because people are surrounded by family and friends who truly support and cherish them. Highlighted here are … [Read more...]

Every little girl dreams of her wedding day — the elegant wedding cake with dozens of layers, the perfect venue decorated with gorgeous flowers and, most importantly, the show-stopping wedding dress like they’ve seen in the movies. Considering the distinct charm and year-long perfect weather Charleston has to offer, it is no surprise brides have come from near and far to tie … [Read more...]

First comes the proposal, then the excitement and finally…the price tag. The wedding industry suffered a significant setback during Covid, but 2022 has brought a major resurgence. According to wedding planning website The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in South Carolina is $26,000, though Charleston comes in a bit above that figure. Because of this, it is important to … [Read more...]

In early 2022, after 56 years of marriage, North Carolina residents Craig and Ann Rothmeyer were told that they couldn’t be together anymore because they were going to have to go to separate senior living facilities with differing levels of care. After agonizing over what to do, Craig and Ann found a way to be together by discovering side-by-side facilities in Mount Pleasant. … [Read more...]

When winter feels dark and heavy but glittery hearts, red roses and chocolates line store shelves, even the most cynical among us can fall in love with love. Why not? Love gives life meaning. It helps us out of bed on those cold mornings and gives us lovely dreams at night. This month we invite you into the love stories of three Mount Pleasant couples: John and Debbie, Abbie … [Read more...]

Finding the perfect dress to wear at the altar, not to mention gathering the coordinating bridesmaid dresses, is often one of the most important details for a bride’s big day. Picking out these gowns, however, takes time and patience, so it’s even more important to be aware of how long it will take to actually get your hands on the dress once you’ve found it. “Bridal gowns … [Read more...]

When planning her own wedding, Natalie Knox, director of weddings and events at Boone Hall Plantation, knew she’d be poring over details, engaging vendors and curating an event that she and her then-fiancé, Hampton Rosenzweig, would treasure for a lifetime. As a professional planner for over a decade, however, Knox was not expecting the pressure she’d feel when friends and … [Read more...]