Last Day in Charleston

The last couple of days have been pretty relaxing as we extended our stay in Charleston. Yesterday Mattias was suffering from cold symptoms and stayed at the boat. This gave Liv and Hanna the opportunity to play, read and nap. Mom enjoyed a nice nap and read in bed! What luxury! In the afternoon, Liv and I shuttled downtown and window shopped, stopped at a book store and looked at Christmas trees, holiday decor and model train exhibit in the large hotel. After a stop at Starbucks for a little pick me up, we called the shuttle for a drive back to the boat. Hanna stayed with Mattias on the boat and both girls enjoyed alone time with one parent.
Today, was a sunnier and warmer day than the sprinkles yesterday. Mattias was feeling better so we set out walking to a restaurant his friend Mike recommended, Hominy Grill. Looking at the framed postings we saw it had been highlighted in the NY Times, Gourmet, Bon Appetit etc. We had a delicious lunch. I ordered the Shrimp and Cheese Grits which the waitress said was popular breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mattias enjoyed a steaming bowl of Gumbo while Liv and Hanna each ate safe grilled cheese and blt's sandwiches. We skipped on dessert (not sure why) but were tempted by Buttermilk Pie and the popular Chocolate Pudding! I purchased a cookbook and hope to introduce some Swedes to grits!
Back on foot and Burley, we walked miles around Charleston today after lunch. Back to the historic neighborhoods of the trendy King St. close to Charleston College; Bay St. (the Battery) and Market. Our little dogs (feet) and girls were tired and the shuttle came just in time to take us back to the boat. We made it an early night as we are setting out tomorrow for more fun on the water!
More later,
Carrie