Jim & Maria's Blog

So I've written about the gloom-and-doom of hurricanes lately just so that we can all get prepared.  I don't want anyone to be caught unprepared if a storm threatens us this year. But I thought it would be slightly different to go over the list of names that the storms will have this season.  Ev...

I personally think that our society as a whole has forgotten that we used to thrive without all of the modern-day conveniences we have now.  A hundred years ago you didn't see the doctor just because of a cough or sniffel, but it's the norm anymore. With so many people focused on saving money wh...

Hundreds of people filled the Gaillard Auditorium this morning to pay tribute to nine fallen firefighters on the first anniversary of the deadly Sofa Super Store fire. The somber, hour-long event drew mourners from across South Carolina. The ceremony was short on speeches, with the families prefe...

If you have not had a chance to experience one for yourself, then you have really missed out on the old world charm that a carriage ride has to offer. Tour Charleston SC's attractions while in Charleston with The Old South Carriage Company. Charleston is notably the most historic city in America ...

We received this photo from our uncle yesterday and thought that our AR family would enjoy it. God's way of saying 'Have A Nice Day!' Whatever is true, whatever is honest, whatever is just,whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is kind, if there isany virtue, if there is anything worthy o...

Each Saturday, come out to Marion Square to enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink. The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs presents the annual 2008 Charleston Farmer's Market. The Farmer's Market comes to life each Saturday morning and offe...

Charleston's 3 family waterparks are the hottest spots in town during the summer months. Spend the day frolicking in the water, because you're sure to find cool fun. There is fun to be had by all at any of the waterparks. Make a "Summer Resolution" to visit all three waterparks: Splash Island Wat...

I just read about a website that helps young kids learn their alphabet, phonics, and teaches them how to read. Our son is not quite old enough to try this yet, but he sees us on the computer and always wants to help, so this site could be great for us in a year or so. And best of all, it's compl...

I love to ready bumper stickers while driving and thought, why not share this with the ActiveRain Family. Here are some that I ran across that had me chuckle once or twice. I hope you all enjoy; My favorite is: DON'T STEAL THE GOVERNMENT HATES COMPETITION I hope this brings a smile to your on thi...

Insurance is one of those things that we all just have to have.  We pay the premiums, but we never want to have to actually use it.  But with hurricane season just beginning, now is the time to re-evaluate your homeowner's policy. The South Carolina Insurance News Service recommends that at leas...