Top of the Heap: Caroline from Back Down South

Not only is Caroline one of the best photographers out there, she (and her husband) are some of my favorite people.  She runs Back Down South, the place to see good ‘ole Southern ‘street style’.  She was nice enough to submit this for the Top of the Heap series:

“This was my moms ring. My mom who wore it passed away when I was in third grade. Last year, I asked my dad if he could send me some of her jewelry, and this was my favorite piece from what he sent. I wear it just about every day and think of her every time I put it on. Plus, it’s always nice to add diamonds to a wardrobe…” – Caroline Fontenot, 2012

The Southern Tide Skipjack Polo – Want One?

I’ve been pretty honest about my love for the Skipjack Polo by Southern Tide.  I would say that it has become a staple in my closet.  I especially like wearing them on the golf course.  I am not much for the ‘shiny’ or ‘Star Trek’ looking golf shirts that have infected the PGA Tour lately, instead opting for something a bit more classic and refined.  The Skipjack has just enough stretch to avoid getting in the way of my swing, and there are enough colors to satisfy any appetite.

The good folks at Southern Tide reached out and wanted to give away a Skipjack Polo to a lucky Red Clay Soul reader.  So here we go:

Leave a comment to this post to enter.  For additional entries:

  • +1 (2 Total) ‘Like’ Southern Tide on Facebook
  • +1 (3 Total) ‘Like’ Red Clay Soul on Facebook
  • +1 (4 Total) ‘Follow’ Southern Tide on Twitter
  • +1 (5 Total) ’Follow’ Red Clay Soul on Twitter
  • +1 (6 Total) Tweet the following about the giveaway ‘I entered to win the @SouthernTide X @redclaysoul Skipjack Polo Giveaway.  Want one?  Go here to enter today: http://bit.ly/Jm3mIi’

You must be a US resident 18 or over to win.  Entries must be in by midnight on Sunday, May 20th.  I’ll announce the winner on Monday, May 21st around lunchtime.

(Full Disclosure): not only are they sending a Skipjack Polo to one lucky reader, they’re sending one our way, too.

Good Luck!

Happy Mother’s Day

Mom & Dad – 1968 in Heath Springs, SC.

Top of the Heap: Paul from Dreams of Perfection

One of my favorite blogs is Paul’s Dreams of Perfection.  He has impeccable taste, and a great knack for using words to describe the highlights.  He was nice enough to share something perfect for the Top of the Heap series:

“If longevity is any indication, this pair of cowboy boots has to be one of my favorites in my closet. I got them about 13 years ago while in high school, and it’s clear they’ve been put through the ringer. I can’t recall what brand they are, and every bit of branding inside the boots are long gone. I have never cleaned or polished them, which may be why the shaft of each boot can no longer stand up on their own. But that just makes them all the more comfortable.” – Paul Arnow, 2012

Allow Me To Introduce: Classic Georgia (with a Tour Visor Giveaway)

Folks – allow me to introduce you to ‘Classic Georgia‘ – a great stop on the Internet based out of Athens, GA that focuses on some of my favorite things: the state of Georgia, Lewis Grizzard, and golf.  While they are still growing, it’s a good time to get on board – there’s a lot coming down the tracks…

That said, how about we do a Tour Visor giveaway?

The fine folks at Classic Georgia are putting up THREE of their tour visors for Red Clay Soul readers.  Yes, these are the high ones that Russell Henley wears on tour.  The winners get to pick their choice of color (red, black, or white).  Here’s how it works:

Leave a comment to this post to enter.  For additional entries:

  • +1 (2 Total) ‘Like’ Classic Georgia on Facebook
  • +1 (3 Total) ‘Like’ Red Clay Soul on Facebook
  • +1 (4 Total) ‘Follow’ Classic Georgia on Twitter
  • +1 (5 Total) ’Follow’ Red Clay Soul on Twitter
  • +1 (6 Total) Tweet the following about the giveaway ‘I entered to win a @ClassicGeorgia Tour Visor on @redclaysoul – Go here to enter today: http://bit.ly/JaEIrs’

Entries must be in by midnight on Tuesday, May 15th.  I’ll announce the winner on Wednesday, May 16th around lunchtime.

Good Luck! (and GO DAWGS)

Where My Mind Goes

I recently spent some time with Family down in Jacksonville.  It is one of the most beautiful places on Earth.  Specifically – this is where my mind goes when I shut my eyes:

RIP MCA – ‘Skills to Pay the Bills’

At a Supper Club dinner a couple of months ago, a few of us started talking about albums that we grew up with that really meant something.  Most of us agreed that an album doesn’t have to be a top ten seller, or have a bunch of singles on the radio for it to have the sort of affect that those songs have on our development.  For me, one of those albums is ‘Paul’s Boutique’ by the Beastie Boys.

I love everything about this album.  I wore out the orange tape and had to buy a second one – and then the CD.  It is still in my rotation (along with most of the other Beastie Boys albums).

With that said, Friday was a very sad day.  I felt a sense of loss when I saw the news that Adam Yauch had lost his battle with cancer.  I saw him (them) in concert quite a few times; add that to all the times I’ve played CDs, it’s like I’ve lost a friend.  RIP MCA – you always had the Skills to Pay the Bills: