Gone to Carolina

 The First Mate takes the helm as we depart Hilton Head, South Carolina. 

Our time here was too short, but we saw enough to know it warrants a return in the future.

 

 

 

 Our first clue that we are approaching Parris Island.

Surely all you Marines out there hope to return to this paradise in the future, too!

 

 

 

 

 Poised on the banks of the Beaufort River, the city of the same name is an entrancing ensemble of color and beauty.

 

 

 

 

 Many of the period homes of Beaufort are clearly the city's star attraction.

Built in 1852 by planter Lewis Reeves, this house served as Union hospital #14 during the Civil War.

 

 

 

 

 

Wrap-around porches are a common feature among 19th century homes in South Carolina.

The cool river breezes helped to alleviate the sweltering heat.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A carraige tour ride is an option for those who don't eat ice cream!

 

 

 

 

 

Recognize this 1853 home from the movie, "The Great Santini"?

 

 

 

 

 

During his run across America, Forrest Gump was interviewed by a reporter while crossing this bridge!

 

 

 

 

 

Is that Forrest running toward me???

 

 

 

 

 

Nope . . . . . It's Linda running towards an ice cream shop!

 

 

 

 

 

The city merchants of Beaufort display overwhelming support of their hometown girl, American Idol contestant Candice Glover.

If you haven't already heard her, this girl can sing!

 

 

 

 

Beaufort's St Helena Episcopal Church was built in 1724 for a congregation organized in 1712.

  It was used as a hospital by Union troops during the Civil War.

Some of the gravestones were uprooted and used as operating tables.

 

 

 

 

 

After a full day of sightseeing, we are rewarded with a beautiful sunset during docktails & pupus.

 

 

 

 

 

A last look at one of Beaufort's elegant old homes as Spiritus churns up-river.