“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Can’t Coexist…..
A multitude of discussions over the years with friends, colleagues, and acquaintances about things that can’t coexist have stuck with me.
Author: Team southmag
Annual “Cars on the Burn” at Bethesda Academy
Mark your calendars for this Saturday July 6th for the annual Savannah Cars & Coffee Bethesda Academy Benefit. Stroll the magnificent grounds of Bethesda Academy and celebrate the Low Country's car culture. Last year, almost 200 unique cars, trucks, and…
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Of Canucks …..
This morning’s M5T pays a light-hearted homage to my homeland on its birthday.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Pixel Lessons …..
This morning’s M5T deliberates on how the art of capturing images parallels some profound truths in life.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Sharpened …..
I likely shouldn’t have taken the pre-dawn walk alone, but I wanted to be there before sunrise to see the fishing boats arrive.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. The “c” Word…..
Heaven’s car and track club got a new member last week.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Intentionally …..
And from those pesky squirrels, this morning’s M5T began Intentionally.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. “General” Thoughts for Today …..
This morning’s M5T shares five quotes about Memorial Day from famous U.S. generals that led many of those that died in battle.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Blind Spots …..
She sped up beside me in her Tesla, gave me the finger, and was visibly upset with me. And rightly so.
Monday 5 Things ….. ‘Max’ Lessons ……
Her name was Maxine. Those closest to her called her ‘Max’. I called her mom.
Monday 5 Things ….. Shadowed …..
Some M5T’s reveal themselves easily. Others take time to percolate, to take form, and to unveil themselves through my keyboard. This missive was the latter that started with images from a meandering, arm-in-arm, sweater-weather-walk along Tybee beach in the fall of 2022.
Monday 5 Things with D. Paul Graham
I really enjoyed where I spent time this week.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. To-Do ……
This morning’s M5T shares some things that I realize I need to do, not just this week, but for my own time left here on this side of eternity.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Back in the Day …..
The weekend provided much needed time for us to decompress, reconnect, and slow down, all wrapped up in a bow of history and nostalgia from back in the day. And this morning’s M5T took form.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Shattered Mediocrity …..
Today’s M5T takes a look at shattering mediocrity.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. You Said …..
On this Easter Monday morning, M5T considers some of the promises that Jesus made.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Living Wildly …..
And through all the deliberations, I began to picture what living an uninhibited, unapologetic wild-life would look like. And M5T found its way to another Monday.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Would Atlas Shrug Today? …..
Rand spent 12 years writing the book before it was published in 1957; the relevance and profundity of her tour de force still resonates today, arguably even more so than when Atlas Shrugged was first released. Here are five of my favorite quotes from the book.
A Reveler’s Guide to the 200th Anniversary of Saint Pat’s in Savannah
One of the nation’s biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations is overflowing with fountains of faith, food, frolicking, and family fun. Here’s how to get the most green out of the day, in the most Savannahian way.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Strong Willed ….
Reflecting on Van Gogh’s work this past week took me down a road of contemplating on the strong will needed to create, to take risks, to live, and to love. And this morning’s M5T unfolded.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. I Don’t Know …..
Today’s M5T once again is a homage to Mr. Pudden and takes a look at why ‘I don’t know’ is so important.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Shifting Gears …..
..... today’s M5T shifts through gears in life.
Another Exciting Daytona 500 kicks off the 2024 NASCAR Race Series
A wet weekend did not hamper William Bryon of Hendrick Motor Sports from taking the checkered flag at another fantastic Daytona 500.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Storms ….
Today’s M5T considers the physical and metaphorical power of storms in our lives.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. SWAK. A Love Primer …..
This morning’s M5T provides a love primer if you would, that should inspire not just for a day in February, but every day of our relationships.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Upped …..
...... this morning’s M5T presents a list of random thoughts on what I consider needing upping in my life, brought to you by the monotonous drive along Interstate 95.
Penske-Porsche Wins Rolex 24 at Daytona
The 62nd Rolex 24 at Daytona did not disappoint.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. You Are Not …..
This morning’s M5T takes ‘things’ from 6 years ago and once again considers things that we are not, even though we may often have allowed ourselves and others to try and convince us to the contrary.
A Primer for the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona
It’s one of the most famous races in the world and it kicks off the 2024 race season.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. 5 V’s in 3 Letters …..
This morning’s M5T considers five types of “V” people that we all encounter, embrace, and perhaps even have to endure in life.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Dreamer …..
As I do each year, this morning’s M5T considers some questions around the powerful and profound words of Martin Luther King.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. I Quit! …..
Seven days into 2024, it seemed apropos that this morning’s M5T should consider quitting.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Pénte Léxeis …..
For this morning's M5T, I give you my pénte léxeis, my 5 words for 2024.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Quotable Christmas …..
This morning’s M5T takes time to first wish you and your family Christmas blessings and secondly to share some quotes from some of my favorite Christmas movies. Merry Christmas!
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Gifts …..
It’s that time of year for gifts and this morning’s M5T considers other gifts that we can give ourselves and others that have far more meaning.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Prudentia Doctus …..
Today’s M5T takes a look at wisdom, prudence, and life lessons that are only taught and discovered outside the hallowed halls of "higher" education.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. “The Artist in You” …..
... to truly bring out the artist in each of us, we must observe, listen, and love with faith, diligence, focus, compassion, passion, and humility. With every fiber of our heart, mind, body, and soul. Each and every day. This morning’s M5T shares thoughts sparked by the commentary and quotes made by Pulitzer Prize award winning art critic, Jerry Saltz.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Thankful …..
This week's M5T focuses on words and people to be thankful for.
Timeless Stay
JW Marriott…
Lowell Kronowitz: We’re In the Happy Business
The mission, the merchandise, and the magic of 123 years in the same location – everything behind this famously family-owned-and-operated business makes Levy Jewelers a thing of beauty. There on the corner…
Chicken Cock Whiskey: The Place of Ruling the Roost
The best kind of whiskey is whiskey with a story, and there’s none more intriguing than the one of Chicken Cock. Born in the heart of Bourbon County…
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Ari’s Favorite Stoic …..
This past week and weekend, given that I have eaten far too much food, drank far too much wine, and enjoyed time with family and friends that has deeply touched this scribe’s heart, I will reuse one of my favorite prior M5Ts from a stoic that sheds light on life and relationships.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. 86,400 …..
For anyone counting, there is only 1,123,200 seconds to Thanksgiving, 3,801,600 seconds to Christmas, and 4,579,200 seconds until 2024. Oh, and only 518,400 seconds to the nuptials.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. 5 Things for 12 Years …..
This morning’s M5T is a heart-felt thank you for taking time to read these tomes and affording me the opportunity and privilege to share snippets of life with you each and every Monday for the past 12 years.
En Plein Air with Jean Claude Roy
New work by international Expressionist-Colorist Jean Claude Roy will be showcased in the Grand Bohemian Gallery at Plant Riverside District throughout the month of November as part of the artist’s As 21st Annual Art Tour. Roy is represented by The…
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Magnifico Mugello
This morning’s short M5T brings you some quotes of overheard conversations around the track at Mugello.
“Monday 5 Things”™ ….. Joys of Flight …..
Today, M5T highlights types of passengers that you will see on almost every flight.
Films in Sav
It’s no secret, Savannah is a sought-after superstar – the sweetheart of page and stage, culture and composition, and perhaps most prolifically, television, film, and entertainment. …
Quinton Aaron: Lead with Love
A combination of unkindness and love turned a young Quinton Aaron toward stage and screen, but it was love that won in the end, and love that’s infused now, in everything this…
So, You Want to be an Actor?
It’s been long established that Georgia is film and Savannah is the silver screen, measuring by the A-list of iconic films that were shot throughout the region or that tell a southern…
