Because of the love of parents and grandparents on both sides of the family, Hazel Blanchard Brown Rose knew that the experience of motherhood had to be worth all the silver and gold in the world. In fact, she yearned for a sibling many times, especially a brother. But being the love of the life of parents and grandparents makes a happy childhood. Friends were close, so she always had children with which to play and have fun. (More)

A springtime luncheon is a wonderful way to get together with friends. It's sort of a coming out party. It is the time to step out of winter clothes, try the newest perfume, enjoy the colors of spring, get to hear the news of family and exchange smiles and laughter over food. (More)

Of the many churches in Beaufort, people driving on Carteret Street can view the Carteret Street United Methodist Church more than any other in the city as they wait to cross the bridge from Port Royal Island to Lady's Island. (More)

When I began to plan for my 2007 trip to China, granddaughter Makayla Stormer asked me to be sure to send her a postcard. She had definite wishes for the card: The card had to be of a place that I had visited, something I had seen, not just a card that I purchased. I was sure to do this. Not only did the card have a picture of Hong Kong at night, but I matched the card with a photo of the scene when I returned home. This pleased her so much. (More)

Crisco was first produced in 1911. A few months after the first package was marketed, practically every grocer of the better class in the United States was supplying women with the new product. (More)

No longer do I purchase vinegar in small bottles; I seem to use both the white and the apple cider vinegar in great proportions. (More)

Twelve women gather to have fun, enjoy each other and talk as they discuss the chosen book of the month. One of the twelve's home is the gathering place, and each one enters with a smile and a dish. There are pre-plans as each member has a time to host. No one has to ask the day or the time as each person can say it is the first Friday at 6 p.m., which means it's the meeting of the Sistah Girl Book Club. (More)

The birds are chirping, signaling the beginning of a new day. (More)

Grace Britton Sweet talks about her family with pride, but she doesn't boast. She is humble and grateful of the success, and when she tells of it, she also tells of the struggle. (More)

When one attends a musical program at Bethesda Christian Fellowship, one hears Kenneth Doe speak of his mother or his grandmother. At a recent program, he spoke of her singing spirituals while hanging clothes on the line. (More)

Most cookbooks carry stories, and "The Black Family Reunion Cookbook" is no different. (More)

Well, the word is out, in 2011 Beaufort will turn 300, and a party is already being planned. Now this party will involve everyone. It will involve the fabric of the place. (More)