Since Judy took you on a tour of Williamsburg, I thought I'd take you back to Georgia and the beautiful places we saw while researching for our Bridal Veil Island series.
Judy and I enjoyed touring Jekyll Island and all that it had to offer. It really gave us a good idea of how to style and set our fictional island.
When you read our book and come to parts about the boat house and river side of the island, this was our inspiration on Jekyll Island.
And when we write about the little "cottages" on the island where the rich and famous would escape the winter up north - this is what we were thinking.
Not exactly what I would consider a small cottage. Judy and I found them charming. It's exciting to see the historical society there refurbishing them. I hope they'll be around for a great many years to come.
Maybe one of my very favorite things was this little contraption. Judy can tell you more about it than I can. Not only that, but she tried hard to sneak this one into the car to take home.
Can't you see her toddling around in it?
Okay, so now for the give away - if you respond to this blog, you will be entered into the contest. I'm giving away 5 copies of To Love and Cherish and they will have bookplates signed by both Judy and me. Contest will end Saturday Aug. 4th at 11:59 p.m. and winners will be posted in my next week's blog on Friday August 10th.
God Bless You!
Tracie
I cannot believe I am the first to comment. I definitely want entered into this give-a-way.
ReplyDeletejrs362 at hotmail dot com
Wow, I definitely would not call those buildings "cottages." Somehow, I'll have to remember this blog when I read the books, so I can come back and look at the pictures :-)
ReplyDeletecatherine.dacosta(at)gmail dot com
You're right, Tracie. Love those little "red bugs" as the folks on Jekyll called them. They were motorized miniature carts that were powered by either gasoline or electricity. Since vehicles weren't allowed on the island, I'm thinkin' those little red bugs were in demand! I'd love to have one of those little jewels! Fun trip!
ReplyDeleteLoved your post/photos....have not been to that area in far too long! Live in NE GA so must visit there soon. Enjoying your new series and anxious to read this one. Please count me in!
ReplyDeleteJackie Smith
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I am so excited about reading To Love and Cherish but don't enter me in the draw because I have a copy on its way to me already!
ReplyDeleteI want a red bug! that's my kind of speed. Love all these pictures. It helps me get a feel for the books. And goodness, but my little wee house would fit into the entryway of one of those 'cottages'!!!!
LOVE Jekyll Island!! I've probably mentioned this before, but that's where my family (including oldest sister's family) go every year for a vacation (and daughter Rebecca went there for her honeymoon in 2010--stayed at the Grand Hotel! *sigh*). Anyway, my sister loves the area so much, she's in the process of having a house built on nearby St. Simon's Island, so I have a feeling I'll be visiting down there quite a bit in the future. ~ My copy of TO LOVE AND CHERISH arrived in the mail recently, and I was thrilled! So glad you and Judy are doing that series. Hugs, Patti Jo
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the photos, little cottages indeed! I have the first book in this series so it would be fun to win a copy of the second, To Love and Cherish. Having a signed bookplate in it would be a great bonus!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!
pmk56[at]sbcglobal[dot]net
Since I have a copy of To Love and Cherish (GORGEOUS COVER,BTW) could you send me one of those darling red bug cars?
ReplyDeleteIt brings back that sudden, intense longing for a ride that overwhelmed me when I was little and mom dragged me past a coin-operated rig outside the grocery store. I was always disappointed when she said no.
You don't want to disappoint me, do you?
Cathy, who would share. :)
I believe it was Eugenia Price who wrote several books set on Jekyl and St. Simons Islands. Fictional stories weaved with historical facts; a perfect combination.
ReplyDeleteHi Tracie,
ReplyDeleteI enjoy the books you write with Judy and I would really like to win To Love and Cherish. Please enter my name into your "hat".
Tammi in Maine
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Cathy, I always wanted to ride the horse for a penny - and it was still too much. Years later when my kids were around - it was a quarter and that was too much for me. :) I say we all meet at Patti Jo's and go to Jekyll Island around Christmas.
ReplyDeleteTracie
I would really love to get this book. I recently discovered your books and really enjoy them.
ReplyDeletethanks for the chance to read this beautiful story :)
ReplyDeletekarenk
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Consider me "entered"! ;) LOVED the 1st book--can't wait to read this one!
ReplyDeletemmbbg72493(at)gmail(dot)com
I love love love Jeckyll Island. It's a beautiful place.
ReplyDeleteCampbellamyd at gmail dot com
I would love to win. Thanks for the chance
ReplyDeleteI live in Ga but have yet been to visit Jekyll island, sure would like to see those "little cottages" looks like you gals had a good time and I cannot see myself running around the island in that little red buggy. They have larger ones in the hilton head sr housing area. I would like to be in drawing for your book,
ReplyDeletethanks Paula O(kyflo130@yahoo.com)
Wonderful post and beautiful pictures! The book sounds lovely and I can't wait to read it. Please enter me in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteLinda Cacaci
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To Love and Cherish!!
ReplyDeleteI have the first book, To Have and To Hold, and certainly would like to be in the drawing for To Love and Cherish! Please add me too.
Loved this postcard view of the Island and the massive cottages! And... the Boy Scouts could use this design for their cars the boys build to race for the "boxcar derby." (But guess this would be a "flatbed.") What a neat idea. Looks like fun!
Kathleen ~*~ Missouri
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I love the pictures especially the house w/the wraparound porch. I woud love to be entered to win one of the books. Mommiebethers@ameritech.net
ReplyDeleteThese pictures make me wish that I lived back then! Thanks for the chance to win the book, so excited for it to be out! Morgan G.
ReplyDeleteThese pictures are amazing and let us know there is much beyond "out part of the world" to enjoy. Those "cottages" are breath taking. Don't think I have sen anything like them in our own Montana!!!! Looks like you were able to get many ideas to use for your new book....can't wait to see what you come up with. Blessings, Connie Sue
ReplyDeleteWasn't able to get back on yesterday due to computer issues, but couldn't resist commenting again today! ~ LOVED Tracie's idea about meeting at my house and heading on down to Jekyll at Christmas time! WOOHOO! What a FUN time that would be! ~ Hugs, Patti Jo :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book. Thanks for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeletepj4824(at)yahoo(dot)com
i loved your post. How did the 'contraption' work, and how did Judy try to sneak it in? i would love to win! Thanks for the chance
ReplyDeletemitziUNDERSCOREwanhamATyahooDOTcom
Looks like I just made it in under the wire. I would love to be entered to win of of the copies to be given away! There are so many beautiful islands along the Carolina/Georgia coast, would love to visit others.
ReplyDeletePatty
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Would love to win a book from both of you and having signed bookplates would be so cool. I love all of your books.
ReplyDeleteLove all of the photos and back story to your series. It's so neat to see history preserved on Jekyll Island.
ReplyDeleteI left a comment on your website under the blog post on August 3rd, but it says there are 0 comments. Could you count this comment as an entry even though it's past the deadline? I really want this book, if you can't tell, lol.