I never knew why, I never really thought about it, but every time I passed this sculpture, I would take a picture. I guess you could say it spoke to me, but I never understood what it was saying. Then Continue reading “Self Made Man”
The Gaffney Peachoid
Over the years, the Gaffney Peachoid has been the butt of many jokes (see what I did there?) and it received its 15 minutes of fame after a mention in the hit Netflix series “House of Cards”. But how much do you really know about this popular landmark? Not much, huh? Me either, but after you’ve finished reading this post, you’ll be able to amaze your friends and family with your intimate knowledge of “The Moon Over Gaffney”! Continue reading “The Gaffney Peachoid”
Glendale Shoals Preserve
Glendale Shoals is probably one of my favorite “hidden gems”. Located on Emma Cudd Road in Glendale, South Carolina, it’s a short drive from downtown Spartanburg. It sits on 13 acres managed by SPACE, and you can get art, history, and beautiful scenery all in one spot!
During the mid-1700s, this spot on Lawson’s Fork Creek was the Continue reading “Glendale Shoals Preserve”
The Labyrinth at Glendale Shoals
I have visited Glendale Shoals on multiple occasions and seen the labyrinth there, but I have never really paid it any attention. Just some bricks and gravel in a circle. On a recent Sunday afternoon outing, for whatever reason, I felt drawn to it and strolled over to Continue reading “The Labyrinth at Glendale Shoals”
Rebirth
“Rebirth” is a metal sculpture created by Asheville artist Berry Bate, and is located at the Glendale Shoals Gateway Park. The thirteen foot tall Magnolia blossom symbolizes the rebirth of the Glendale area and Lawson’s Fork Creek. Continue reading “Rebirth”