Savannah Writer

Summer is ripening.  You can hear it.  As I strolled through Forsyth Park yesterday the raspy chant of cicadas was incessant, their  monotonous song  proclaiming that seasons are about to collide.

In the unexpected way of memory, my mind began connecting dots and arrived at  a wonderful true story about a wedding and a famous actor.  A Read the rest of this entry »

A volunteer Mexican petunia growing between two steps of my house.....giving a message of resilience and beauty, even in the heat.

I laugh comparing the previous entry to my first entry on this blog and how successfully I coped with the Savannah summer in the past.   Now, I fantasize Read the rest of this entry »

“This is the perfect setting for a Halloween party,”  J commented as we walked the slender brick paths walled in by mounded privet shrubs.   In the evening light, a fantasy-labyrinthine mood prevailed.   I would not have been surprised if Prince Poppycock, in mad majestic couture, materialized ahead Read the rest of this entry »

A younger version of the comedian/actor Jim Carrey – sort of….That’s how I would describe Ryan McCurdy.  Ryan once gave me the best gift:  Read the rest of this entry »

There are moments when something you put in your mouth creates a shiver of pleasure through your whole body and soul.  I know what some of you are thinking….but I’m talking about memorable food experiences.  (Although good sex and good food do  provide a similar high, rock-my-world food is Read the rest of this entry »

Hope you had a sparkly Fourth!  Both Savannah and Tybee Island offer festive fireworks but I am just not into those crowds.  (Although I might be tempted to go to NYC for the Macy’s firework extravaganza!)  For a relaxed Read the rest of this entry »

In a former bank a block from the north end of Forsyth Park we ate, with rapt appreciation, spicy mussels and a good, substantial bread    I had a glass of grassy white wine which seemed like an amiable pairing but I have an undereducated wine palate so my conclusions are often incorrect.  Read the rest of this entry »

Shock and sorrow ran like a long nerve throughout the city.  One of Savannah’s most genuinely hospitable ambassadors has died.  Ron Higgins, founder of Savannah Movie Tours (and the Foody Tour, Scary Ghost Tour Read the rest of this entry »

Lucky you if you happen to visit Savannah during the sculpture show at the Green Meldrim House.  Blink your eyes and its over.  This one evening only event is free and open to the public. The quantity and quality of the art is Read the rest of this entry »

an oasis here, another there,

sensual gems of green,

Savannah squares

The squares of Savannah are one of its most beloved assets.  Once there were 24 – three were lost.  How do you lose a square?  How is any greenspace lost?  By not recognizing its value and labeling it underdeveloped.  By demeaning the historic and environmental worth of Ellis Square, the citizens of Savannah

View across Ellis Square. Johnny Mercer statue is the figure at far left.

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