Since disappearing from those I love seems to be a requirement for maintaining a blog, I have let it slip during the holidays. The joy of connecting with friends and family is too great to miss a moment. That said, I miss my blog and look...

On our recent trip to Charleston, Carol and I limited ourselves to only one plantation to tour. Fortunately, we chose Middleton. It was a beautiful place with an interesting history. Built in 1755, the House Museum interprets four generations of Middleton Family, with extraordinary family furniture,...