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Cover Artist: Shengsheng Zhou
Shengsheng Zhou (also known as Lizzy) is a mixed-media oil painter based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Raised to view art as impractical, she initially pursued an academic career before ultimately returning to creative practice, recognizing artistic expression as essential…
Afternoon Tea With My Mother — An Imaginary Tale
By Tammie Hughes The first time I had hot “cream tea” was with a childhood friend. We were around eight years old, I suppose. One afternoon while playing in the yard with a friend, her mother called us inside. I…
The Woman in the Mirror Wears Her Own Clothes Now
by Leslie Williams There is a blazer hanging in my closet that I have not worn in three years. It is perfectly pressed, impeccably tailored, and entirely somebody else’s idea of who I should be. It still has the tags…
A Q&A with Sandy Copeland of Physicians Weight Loss
What is your mission and vision for your clients and your community?My wish and dream is to make my clients healthy and confident again. Loving and caring for my clients is so very important to me. I opened this business…
May 2026 Book Review: A Fortune of Sand
Book by: Ruta SepetysReview by: Dr. Wendy Hooper-Meletes, Ed.D., owner of Litchfield Books Author Ruta Sepetys is a #1 New York Times bestselling author. Born in Detroit, she was captivated by the eccentric empire of Detroit during its golden age…
The Stories She Told
by Beth Hooe Gilbert Moms are so important. We do not always realize or necessarily appreciate just how much they sacrifice and give of themselves until we are one. When we are young, we are too young, and when we…
Plant Easy Raised Beds or Container Herb Gardens for Fresh Flavors All Summer
By Tammie Hughes “Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme” — the tunes of Simon and Garfunkel sing in my head as I gleefully plant tender herbs in rich soil, daydreams dancing in my head of using fresh herbs at every meal.…
Cover Artist: Denise Frazier Pettee
Denise Frazier Pettee is an artist from Indiana living in Myrtle Beach with her husband, Jim. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree of Fine Art from Indiana University/Herron School of Art, she taught painting and drawing at the high school…
Cottontail Margarita
INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS: Courtesy of www.delish.comPHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
Outdoor Living Reimagined: Creating Your Personal Wellness Retreat at Home
by Beth Rush When my family and I moved into our new home along the coast, the backyard was generous in size and short on charm. There was patchy grass, a plain slab of concrete, and little else. After the…
I Used to Kill Every Plant. Here’s What Finally Changed.
by Brittany Barry For most of my adult life, plants did not survive me. I killed them with confidence. Succulents shriveled. Ferns browned dramatically. Even the so-called “unkillable” houseplants met their end on my watch. Friends would gift me greenery…
Curated, Created: An Inside Look into Curated Pawleys and Susan Teachey, Interior Designer and Owner
by Ashley Daniels When it comes to curating items, content, or collections, curating in the design world means carefully selecting, organizing, and presenting anything and everything in a space. And that’s exactly the foundation of interior designer Susan Teachey and her…
A Perfect Garden Party Luncheon Menu for Early Spring–Featuring Lobster Rolls and Recipes
By Tammie Hughes As soon as your herb garden is planted, colorful bulbs are popping up, your annual flowers are in full bloom, and your fern baskets are lazily swaying in the light breeze — set your sights on planning…
April 2026 Book Review: The Patriot’s Daughter
Book by: Brittany ButlerReview by: Dr. Wendy Hooper-Meletes, Ed.D., owner of Litchfield Books Before becoming a novelist, Brittany Buttler served as a CIA targeting officer supporting U.S. counterterrorism operations, working in high-pressure e n v i r o n m…
Finding Joy Where You Are
By Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Spring has a quiet way of reminding us that life continues to grow, even after long seasons of waiting. In April, the world begins to soften. Trees that seemed bare only weeks ago begin to show signs…
Twelve Ways to Enjoy Peak Asparagus Season — The maître d of spring
By Tammie Hughes Like tulips emerging from the soil and Bradford pear trees bursting into full bloom seemingly overnight, asparagus makes its debut at the first hint of warm, sunny days; it’s a hopeful sign that spring is just around…
Community Connections That Make A New Town Feel Like Home
Moving to a different town often brings excitement along with uncertainty. New streets, unfamiliar routines, and unknown faces can quickly create distance from everyday comfort. However, strong local relationships often shorten that adjustment period. Regular conversations with neighbors, shop owners,…
When Change Isn’t Chosen: How Women Can Redefine Success Through Peace
By Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino We tend to think of change as something we choose. A new role, a bold goal, a reinvention we decide is time. Chosen change feels empowering. It allows us to plan, prepare, and step forward with confidence.…
Secret SAVOR: Crave-worthy Cocktails and Sushi – at Whitaker’s Bar in Downtown Conway
By Tammie Hughes I didn’t let them know I was dropping by, and I arrived just as the doors opened. It was just before Christmas, and the holiday cocktails were flowing to tables from the bar. A steady stream of…
Land or Sea: 7 of Our Favorite Grand StrandSeafood Markets and Butchers
By Tammie Hughes Numerous seafood markets along the Grand Strand provide residents and visitors with fresh-caught fish and harvests of local shellfish.While some varieties are available year-round, others have peak seasons. You can find seasonal guides published by local fishing…