Savanna was awesome. House and Garden Tour, Paula Dean's, Mrs. Wilkes, the Oyster House, and then some. I need to move to this place as soon as possible. Johanna and I had drinks on the roof of the Bohemian Hotel on the river, then spent the days touring the incredible homes of historic Savannah. That Hyatt in the background of Johanna on the rooftop actually housed Mike and Artemis who, unbeknownst to us, were just below us having dinner at Huey's and we headed next door to the Oyster house! Tried to get to Tybee Island but the weather didn't cooperate Saturday, even though we had to suffer through 80 degree temps whilst DC had snow! Can't wait to get back. We stayed at a loft on Whitaker that was wonderful, with all the amenities and comforts of home. The house pictured with Johanna in front is the Mercer Williams house made famous by Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. The house with the two story porch is called Magnolia Hall. We stumbled onto this set of three rowhouses, each with a different color shutter during our garden walk where we learned about Mock Orange trees, Savannah Holly, mondo grass, Climbing Fig that covers the walls and stairs of Savannah homes, and much more from plant specialist Roy Heizer. We need to go back and try some of the acclaimed restaurants such as Che Bella and Noble Fare and to get out to Tybee Is. to try A-J's. We left Savannah with regret but headed to Jasper for Baby Max's first birthday, which was actually on the 24th.
Milian didn't want his birthday cake and made that perfectly clear. He did love his toys, especially the new farm and had a great time while big sister Karolina played dress up with cousin carter and her friends. He had quite a haul and is now moving grandparents Larry and Mary into a corner with his toys taking up most of the house! His specialty is throwing the ball -- any ball so we think he's headed for the Major League! He talks a bit - knows what he's saying even if no one else does - and he's now walking. Cousin Sophie will be doing the same soon since it looks like she doesn't want to be left behind.
