Judy

My friend Judy and her Mom stayed on Jekyll Island for a couple days on their way to Florida.

We had a great time and saw lots. 

We went to the Historic Area on Jekyll  and took the tram ride and tour.  There were only five of us so the guide was able to let us explore on our own a little in the two ‘cottages’ we went in.  We learned a lot about the buildings and the times.  The buildings are magnificent.  While the cottages had kitchens most food was prepared at the hotel and then delivered to the ‘cottages’.  We even saw a real croquet match at the hotel, the players were all wearing the required white outfits. We made a visit to the Chapel and wondered at the beautiful stained glass windows, the gargoyles, and the old organ.

We drove all around Jekyll Island and stopped at Driftwood beach.  Judy was as amazed as we have been.

St. Simons Island was our destination their second day.  Judy drove us all over the place.  We saw lots of new and old magnificent homes.  We also saw the lighthouse, the Church of Christ and visited the National Park at Fort Fredericka.  There was of course a school group at the fort  but the ranger directed us around them.   There was more than just a fort; there was a town within the earthen berms.  Through research and excavations they have placards that tell about the home and inhabitants.  It was very interesting.  On the grounds were orange trees with lots of fruit on the branches and lots of beautiful live oak trees.

Bob cooked for us and we went to some local restaurants.  We had a great visit.