We took a Spiritline tour to Fort Sumter. The weather was beautiful and the sky was so clear and blue. There was a wonderful breeze which made the boat ride even more enjoyable. Here is a picture of the United States Customs Office from our boat.
Photo of the Battery from the boat.
Fort Sumter is located in the mouth of the Charleston Harbor to protect the shipping industry. However, decades of growing strife between the North and South erupted in civil war on April 12, 1861, when Confederate artillery opened fire on this Federal fort. Fort Sumter surrendered 34 hours later.
Fort Sumter was originally 50' tall, after the war the highest point was/is 15' high.
For the second day in a row co-workers had to call Jim for help. I was kidding Todd about us being on vacation and him not being able to stand a day without talking to Jim.
Photo of the Battery from the boat.
Fort Sumter is located in the mouth of the Charleston Harbor to protect the shipping industry. However, decades of growing strife between the North and South erupted in civil war on April 12, 1861, when Confederate artillery opened fire on this Federal fort. Fort Sumter surrendered 34 hours later.
Fort Sumter was originally 50' tall, after the war the highest point was/is 15' high.
For the second day in a row co-workers had to call Jim for help. I was kidding Todd about us being on vacation and him not being able to stand a day without talking to Jim.
The cannons that were used during the Civil War battle.
SC Flag that was flown at Ft. Sumter.
The United States flag that was flown over Ft. Sumter.
On our way back I thought it was amazing how much can be loaded onto a cargo ship. Wonder how many train cars it took to fill this ship? 
After we returned to Charleston we ate at Stickey Fingers BBQ - it was so good! To try and work off more of the calories we had accumulated during our trip, we took another stroll through town. We came upon yet another beautiful alley full of flowers and greenery.
The alley led to a pathway which was completely overgrown - it was a graveyard!!! When we looked up, we saw the tops of two churches. Some believe that a graveyard should be left natural, peaceful and untouched. We were so surpised that the pretty path led to an overgrown graveyard which was behind a beautiful church.
The ironwoark was so beautiful and massive! The guy that created most of the ironwork in Charleston had passed away the previous week. A lot of the iron gates and fences had white ribbons tied to them in memory/honor of him.
As we were walking we did a little more shopping at the Market and then strolled down to Waterfront park to swing on the large swings overlooking the bay. I had swung too high and fast for Jim - he had to get off. This little girl looked over at me and I asked her if she wanted to swing. She jumped right on with her friend and we pushed and kicked our feet to see how high we could go. She was just precious!
View from our swing. I'm telling you - this place has beautiful views and things to look at in every corner and direction!
After some Italian ice and a slow, sweet walk back to our room we showered and relaxed during our last night in beautiful Charleston. Here I am relaxing in my soft hotel robe and eating chocolates that are left on our pillow each night.
We had a fantastic time!!! I love Charleston!
SC Flag that was flown at Ft. Sumter.
The United States flag that was flown over Ft. Sumter.
On our way back I thought it was amazing how much can be loaded onto a cargo ship. Wonder how many train cars it took to fill this ship? 
After we returned to Charleston we ate at Stickey Fingers BBQ - it was so good! To try and work off more of the calories we had accumulated during our trip, we took another stroll through town. We came upon yet another beautiful alley full of flowers and greenery.
The alley led to a pathway which was completely overgrown - it was a graveyard!!! When we looked up, we saw the tops of two churches. Some believe that a graveyard should be left natural, peaceful and untouched. We were so surpised that the pretty path led to an overgrown graveyard which was behind a beautiful church.
The ironwoark was so beautiful and massive! The guy that created most of the ironwork in Charleston had passed away the previous week. A lot of the iron gates and fences had white ribbons tied to them in memory/honor of him.
As we were walking we did a little more shopping at the Market and then strolled down to Waterfront park to swing on the large swings overlooking the bay. I had swung too high and fast for Jim - he had to get off. This little girl looked over at me and I asked her if she wanted to swing. She jumped right on with her friend and we pushed and kicked our feet to see how high we could go. She was just precious!
View from our swing. I'm telling you - this place has beautiful views and things to look at in every corner and direction!
After some Italian ice and a slow, sweet walk back to our room we showered and relaxed during our last night in beautiful Charleston. Here I am relaxing in my soft hotel robe and eating chocolates that are left on our pillow each night.
We had a fantastic time!!! I love Charleston!
