Tuesday, November 04, 2008

ELECTION DAY 2008

No matter how long the lines, VOTE!
Vote your conscience. Vote your heart. VOTE!

Monday, September 22, 2008

Hardee's Goose Creek On Hwy 52 Review

Last night, neither of us wanted to go far for dinner. I wasn't feeling all that well and we just wanted a bite to eat. We headed to Hardee's just up the street.

We walked in and stood at the counter for awhile before we were greeted. The woman behind the counter was actually also doing the drive thru. We waited on her to help the drive thru window and she came to help us. As we stood there this whole time a manager was writing on what looked like a schedule or something and couldn't be bothered to even acknowledge our presence, much less help us.

I don't want to go into the whole thing. Suffice it say that this manager has no idea what customer service is, nor does she have any manners to speak of. The woman working the counter was nice and also efficient. Thank goodness. If the manager named Sherelle (I think) is the best they can do, they are in serious trouble! I did write and complain to the company. It was that bad. This is not the first time I have had issue with the managers at this place. Last time I complained it was a guy manager, but it was the same lack of any idea how to treat customers that offended me then. I can not stand rude behavior, especially fromt he person supposedly in charge! (stepping off my soap box)

The food however was excellent and hit the spot! :)

We both had the #1 Cheeseburger Combo with fries and coke. They tasted great and we enjoyed them very much. They were $4.99 each, the tax was $.70. The total came to $10.68 and was worth it. I am sure we will go there again, in spite of it all! :)

Carey Hilliard's North Charleston Review

Tonight we chose Carey Hilliard's, a sentimental favorite. This place has been around for years. Back when we were in highschool, this was actually a restaurant people went to for prom! :)

We forgot to get a copy of the receipt, but the total bill was $24.16 for the two of us.

I had hamburger steak covered with grilled onions, with baked potato. Mikey had fried shrimp with baked potato and hush puppies. His dish comes with cole slaw, but he chose to have extra hush puppies. The dinner was good and the service was excellent.

Great family restaurant, priced reasonably and good value for the money.

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Ryder Cup 2008

This morning we watched Faldo vs. Azinger The Captain's Challenge on ESPN. It was sponsored by Citibank and we loved it! This show pitted Faldo and Azinger in 3 different challenges : Fly Fishing, Poker and Golf! :)

I liked that it showed these two in less stressful circumstances. I think it gave you a better feel for these guys and their personalities. I really liked it a lot and so did Mike. They were pretty funny. I really like the commercial with these to that Citi has done. Well done.

The Ryder Cup has been pretty exciting this year too. I love the team competitions. They all get so fired up. It's good to see them pull together for once instead of all competing individually all the time. I have to say I LOVE BOO! :) And Poulter gets on my nerves!

We'll see how it all plays out. To start the day USA was ahead, but right now Europe is coming on strong!

USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA USA!

Larry's Giant Subs Goose Creek Review

Last night Mikey and I went to Larry's Giant Subs in Goose Creek to get a bite, before heading over to Wal-Mart. We love this place and tonight was no exception.

I had a 8" Turkey & Cheese Sub Combo and Mikey had the 8" Kongs club combo. I had pepsi and my husband had lemonade.

Great sandwiches, the service is always friendly and quick.

8"Turkey Sub $5.19
Combo $1.89
Kongs Combo $5.99 (This was the special tonight)
Taxes $ .91
Total $13.98

Pies - On Pizza Goose Creek Lunch Review

Yesterday I had a busy day and stopped in to pick up a couple of slices at Pies-On-Pizza in Goose Creek. This place is right down the street from my office, so it is very convenient.

Hit or miss with customer service. Last time I was here the staff was unbelievably rude and slow. I decided to give them one more try. I'm glad that I did. From the moment I walked in the door, it was a different vibe. Frank Sinatra crooning through the speakers, greeted me upon arrival! :)

I ordered two slices of pepperoni to go. How hard could that be, eh? This time, it wasn't! :)
The lady behind the counter was very pleasant and efficient.

2 Slices Of Pepperoni $4.98
Tax $ .35
Total $5.33

Fair price and good food. If you don't like garlic, this may not be the place for you! I love it and the pizza seems to have quite a bit on it. I am sure I will be back!

Bessinger's Bar - B - Cue West Ashley Review

My handsome husband and I went to the Sunday Buffett at Bessinger's Bar - B - Cue. This is an old favorite. We have both been coming here for years and years. This place never disappoints.
I had some potato salad and a couple of cucumber slices with Ranch dressing. For my main meal, I had some fish stew (best in town), roast beef & gravy with carrots, mashed potatoes, a chicken wing and chocolate cheesecake for dessert. Mikey had fish stew, catfish, roast beef & carrots, butter beans (awesome!), mashed potatoes, hash and rice, barbecue and cherry yum yum for dessert. We both had sweet tea to drink.

We got a pint of fish stew to take to my sister who is under the weather.

2 Buffets at 11.95 each = 23.90
Pint of Stew 3.75
Tax 2.63
Total 30.28

Service is always excellent. Love the atmosphere. If you have folks in from out of the country
bring them here. We have had folks from Brazil here on a couple of occasions and they just
loved the decorations and theme of the place.

Come prepared to eat! :)

Friday, September 19, 2008

Queen Anne's Revenge, Daniel Island Review

Forgot to write this one up! My handsome husband and I celebrated our 2nd Wedding Anniversary on September 16th! To celebrate we ate at Queen Anne's Revenge on Daniel Island. This was the first place we ate out as a couple almost 4 years ago.

This place has ambience to spare. The theme is the inside of a pirate ship. Not just any pirate ship, The Queen Anne's Revenge! She belonged to the infamous Blackbeard.

Since today is Talk Like A Pirate Day, this is an appropriate restaurant to review! Coming in the front door, to your right is a wonderful bar area. All throughout the restaurant you will find actual pirate history and artifacts. The tables along the wall are attatched to the ceiling with big chains and great pictures are on the wall by each booth.

We both had the prime rib special. If you are there between 4pm and 6pm, there is a small menu you can order from that is only $12.99! We were lucky enough to get in just under the wire. We both had the prime rib with baked potato and salad. Mike had a Yeungling and I had a strawberry daiquiri, both were cold and excellent.

Unfortunately I can't find the check, but the total was around $32.00. I do remember thinking it was incredibly reasonable. I love this place, the bread is delicious and the service is always stellar.

Los Arcos Goose Creek Review

Last night my husband and I went to our favorite Mexican restaurant, Los Arcos, in Goose Creek. This place is the best kept secret in town. We had another great meal.

Mike had a chicken tostado and a side of rice, with sweet tea. I had 2 beef enchiladas and a coke.
The total bill was $12.41. You can't beat that with a stick!

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Smokey Bones Restaurant Review

My handsome husband and I eat out most every night. I am going to try to post reviews of some of the places we frequent. Tonight we went to Smokey Bones on Rivers Avenue.

We decided to eat at the bar and watch some of the Best Damn Sports Show sports bloopers. I ordered a Strawberry Daiquiri and Mike had a Yuengling. My daiquiri was the worst one I have ever had. It was incredibly tart almost like it was mistakenly made with margarita mix. The bartender, Marcus, was quick to tell me that he had made it correctly. He said perhaps I had been given the wrong thing before from a new bartender! This made me laugh, as I have had many daiquiris in my life and made many in my life....this one was not good at all. I tried to drink it, but could not. He offered to make me another one, but if he makes them all the same, that would have done me no good. I just ordered a water. To his credit he took it off the bill!

Mike ordered the Beef Brisket Sandwich with mashed potatoes and a bowl of Brunswick Stew. I ordered the Salmon with Roasted Corn as my side. The stew was delicious. The Beef Brisket came out with cheese this time, it hasn't been on there in the past. According to the ticket, the bartender added this, it was not requested. No big deal, Mike just took it off. The meat had a good bit of fat on it, but tasted pretty good. The mashed potatoes were excellent. My salmon was perfect and the corn was good.

Our total bill was $32.06

Daiquiri (taken off the bill) $4.95
Yuengling Draft Pint $2.00 (2)
Beef Brisket Sandwich $8.99
Flame Seared Salmon $14.29
Soup Of The Day $1.99
Sales Tax $2.79

All in all this was a good meal. It was not even half as good as the previous meal we had here. I am sure we will give it another try and hope for that "new" bartender who served us before! :)

Happy Anniversary Baby!

Yesterday September 16, 2008 Handsome Husband Mike and I celebrated YEARS of marriage. Two to be exact. We had dinner at Queen Anne's Revenge. We love this restaurant and it holds sentimental value for us. This was the first place we ate as a "couple".

I can't believe we have been married for two whole years. Time just zooms by when you are having fun! :)

It's also been almost a full year since I blogged last. I will be updating regularly from here on out. I miss the daily writing.

Work is going well. Island Time Massage in Goose Creek is doing pretty well. It's still a chore to make some folks understand that we do Professional NON-SEXUAL Massage Therapy! :)
So far so good though. I haven't had any creepy people actually in my office. I can usually figure it out on the phone. That makes life easier all around.

So, Happy Anniversary to me and my guy and Hello Internet!

Friday, December 21, 2007

Island Time Massage Goose Creek, SC

Christmas gift certificates have been selling really well this month! I think it made a big difference that I now accept Visa and Mastercard. Phone orders have increased tremendously!

I have had some really good sessions with my new clients. It is an honor to be a part of facilitating positive changes for these folks. I had forgotten how profound it is to help people who are hurting find their way to healing. Not just the muscles are relaxed, the mind and body as one.

Grateful I am.

Thursday, November 29, 2007

Packers Vs. Cowboys! OORAH!

I love football. I will make no apologies for being a girl and loving this game of modern gladiators. Tonight my handsome Mike and I are watching a game we have been anticipating all week. Brett Favre against Tony Romo. The game started out pretty shakey on Greenbay's part. Then Brett hit his elbow on the helmet of the man who sacked him! (Yes, Mr. Favre and I are on a first name basis!;>) Being a massage therapist who has worked with professional athletes off and on for 15 years, sometimes it's hard for me to watch an injury. I want to help. It makes me nuts! :) Just when folks were ready to count the Packers down and out, Mr. Rogers comes in Brett't place and starts to kick some booty! :) I am so happy for the guy and for the team. The team is starting to get pumped up behind this young guy. LOVING IT!
Even if they don't win, the game has been a joy to watch.
One other thing about the game. Terrell Owens, TO, is playing so well this year. I could not be happier for him. I am so glad he decided to get his head out of his a@@ and play the game he is played to pay. He is talented, no doubt. It's nice to see him having fun again and letting his play do most of his talking. Loving it!
Gotta go watch the boys play!

Saturday, November 24, 2007

Clemson vs. Carolina

Watched the end of the Carolina/Clemson game. Good football. I was kind of pulling for Carolina, they scored to go ahead 21 - 20. Then Clemson got the ball to the center of the field and with time outs and 3 seconds left kicked a field goal to win the game!

I know my friend Woody was excited! That had to be so much fun to watch in person.
Crazy sister Sandy and I went to see the Stingrays play the Texas Wildcatters tonight. They lost 2 - 1. It was a pretty good game, I thought. They played a very intense third period, but ya gotta play a full sixty minutes to win. They have lost the last few games, but the last two I have seen were good games from a fan perspective. I know it wears on the team though. They get in the habit of losing and that's not a good thing for such a young team.

They leave Sunday night at 10pm for a week long road trip. They will play Mississippi and Pensacola. A really strong showing on the road is just what these guys need. Having some time out of town with each other is always good too.

Handsom husband Mike is not feeling too well, he stayed home tonight. We both feel like we are coming down with something. Sinus, cold not sure, but his throat is sore and he is fevery. I am headachy and fevery too. Ah well, with this crazy weather, this isn't too surprising. We have a couple days in the high 70's then it gets cold, then warm, then cold! :)

I LOVE CHARLESTON! I love that I can wear shorts on Thanksgiving! :)
Enough ramblings....Happy Happy Joy JOY!
Blessings and prayers for PEACE.

Friday, November 23, 2007

Thanksgiving Day Feast

Our Thanksgiving Day Feast turned out beautifully! I cooked my very first turkey and it was so much fun! I used one of those baking bags, this made the meat so moist and yummy. My crazy sister and my handsome husband and I enjoyed a day full of blessings.
Thankful, I AM.
PEACE

Monday, November 19, 2007

Here Turkey, Turkey, Turkey, Turkeeeeeeeeeee

Somehow, I have lost my mind. I have decided to cook Thanksgiving dinner at my house! I am 43 years old and have never cooked a turkey. This shouldn't be too hard......right?

Mike and I moved into our new house in March and I just feel like I want to begin our life in our new house with our own holiday traditions. Both sets of parents have passed away, so it's just us and my sister. I just got back from Wal Mart. I bought a roasting pan and other random things most people already have in their pantry. Meat thermometer, baster, etc.

My friend Diane is on speed dial all day Thursday in case I get into trouble! :) She is the queen of the kitchen!

Island Time Massage is going pretty well. I am rebuilding my clientele slowly but surely!
I have some great packages going for the holidays and people seem to be buying them for gifts.
So far the most popular is 4 hour long massages for $140! That is a great deal.
Loving the new office and doing the body work again.

Blessings all around! PEACE

Friday, November 16, 2007

Unable To Walk Around On My Own

Apparently, I should never be allowed to walk around on my own. I had a client this morning at 10am. He is always early, so I decided to get to the office around 9 and do some paperwork. I pulled into a parking place right in front of the mail boxes. I got out of my car and walked around the front. I stepped up onto the curb with my left foot. I thought I was well up on the sidewalk. Yeah...no. When I started forward on my right foot......it fell into the abyss! :)
I fell hard onto my right knee, scraping up both hands and skinning the knee in the process. Very nice. Lucky girl...no broken bones and my hands are in pretty good shape, sort of a sprained thumb, but okay. I lay there for a moment thinking of how ridiculous it is that at 43, I still fall down like a 5 year old and skin my knee! :)
The massage session went well, we are getting some really good change for this person. He has been coming in weekly. He can really tell a big difference.
Gotta go put some ice on my thumb.....have a great Friday!

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

ISLAND TIME MASSAGE, Goose Creek, SC

Hello out there in computer land! :) I have finally gotten back to what I do best....massage!

I have opened a new office in Goose Creek, right behind the post office.

Island Time Massage is my new baby. Life is good.

If you are looking for a great massage therapist...I am your girl.

http://www.islandtimemassage.net/ lists the phone number and location. We accept Master Card and Visa, cash and personal checks. Professional non-sexual massage therapy for the whole family.
Gift Certificates available. Give the gift of relaxation!
More later...I will be blogging again daily! Happy Wednesday!

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Kick-Off Party & Here Comes Aunt Jane

Sandy told me yesterday that A. Jane is coming in to town on Thursday! I wish my house was more ready for her visit. It would be nice to already have the place decorated like I want it to be. There are still boxes to unpack! :) But I am just going to clean up a bit and let it go at that.
I wish I had known that she was coming, I have clients until 5:30 or so. Ah well, I can meet them at dinner. It would be nice to be able to spend more time with her, but I guess not this time. She is very excited to be coming and I can't wait to see her!

Hockey Season is upon us! Tonight Mike and I went to the North Charleston Riverfront Park on the old Naval Base for a kick-off party given by the booster club for the Stingrays. It was a really fun night. The park is beautiful! Live oak trees with hanging spanish moss....gorgeous. There is a shelter built that has some picnic tables and such. Shrimp boil and fried chicken were on the menu! YUM! It was great to see so many old friends.
I am almost bored with the whole hockey thing, but the people are always a hoot! :)
The team is very young and seem kind of small, but that means they are also, hungry and fast! LOL Hopefully they will give us an entertaining year.
One thing that I really like about being with Mike is how well he gets along with everyone. He has never met a stranger. These are people I have known for about 10 years all told and he fits right in. That sure makes things easier!
Saturday is opening night! Here we go again!

Sunday, July 15, 2007

Folly Moonlight Mixer

We made it back from Vegas! We had a blast! I will give a complete trip report a little later.
In the mean time, we went to the Folly Moonlight Mixer on Friday night. It was a gorgeous night on the pier. The weather was perfect. Mike, my sister and I met Woody and Traci at the beach. A disc jockey plays beach music and folks shag and line dance. So much fun! I was not feeling too well but still had a great time.

If you are looking for something fun to do on a Friday night, I think this is the way to go! They only do it a few nights during the spring and summer. Lots of different ages and all having a ball.

Vegas report coming soooon!