120 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com our neighbors In getting to know some new friends east of the Cooper, I asked: What is your favorite aspect of living in the Lowcountry? What do you do for fun when you have free time? And how would you describe Charleston to someone wanting to move here? STEPHANIE KIBLER Realtor and Owner of On The Glow Charleston “I love the climate here and that people are outside enjoying life all year long. That was a huge selling point for my husband and me when we visited here 13 years ago from Ohio, where people hibernate seven months out of the year.” “We are so happy to be raising our two girls on Daniel Island where we love being with family and friends, whether going to concerts, the beaches, trying new restaurants downtown and all over the city or discovering new places that we have never explored. We also enjoy cooking, hanging by our pool or playing Mahjong.” “When you experience Mount Pleasant in person, you realize how lucky you are to live here and enjoy the beauty, culture, food and fun. There is so much possibility here as well — I am a realtor and just started a new spray tan business too! Charleston has a smalltown vibe with big city opportunities!” SHAUNA ROWLAND Business Strategist and Professional Development Expert “My favorite aspect of living in the Lowcountry is the people. We arrived six years ago knowing only our real estate agent. Now, we have a plentiful network of friends who have become our family away from family. Also, living so close to beautiful beaches is a huge bonus!” “I also love being active and enjoy walking. Additionally, I’ve discovered my green thumb through backyard gardening and enjoy cultivating fresh herbs and blueberries to the delight of my family and neighbors. Now that my daughter is old enough to cook, her blueberry cobbler has become a fan favorite in our home.” “Charleston is a beautiful city steeped in multidimensional historical context. Each suburb bears a unique history and personality, all connected by Southern hospitality. There’s something here for everyone — whether going to dinner and a jazz show, Second Sundays on King, museums, the Gaillard or simply enjoying our beautiful weather, you will undoubtedly find an immediate “ah-ha” of why people flock to this city.” DANA GENTRY Real Estate Entrepreneur, Leadership Speaker and Podcast Host “We enjoy dining out, boating, golf carting around the Old Village, gardening and doing projects at home, which leads us to explore the many antique shops around Charleston.” “Mount Pleasant is quaint, safe, beautiful, friendly, historic, fun, clean and all around a blessing to live in with close proximity to great schools, neighborhoods, shops and more! We feel grateful to raise children here! Once you spend any short amount of time in the Lowcountry, I can almost guarantee you will be back, and possibly even decide to move your life here, like I did.” Our East Cooper Neighbors BY SARAH ROSE
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