Around the Banks

The month of February is upon us. Valentine's Day brings back many memories and, for the most part, good memories. My beloved maternal grandmother in Suwannee County, the late Annie Valentine Johnson Taylor, was born on Valentine's Day. I think of her often, but especially on Valentine's Day. She was, for me, the perfect grandmother; she was patient and kind, a wonderful cook, and had a loving and patient spirit. She loved gardening and grew some of the most beautiful camellias in the world. So many times, she allowed me to clip camellias for various Valentine's Day events. My memories of walking with her as we clipped her prized camellias and then sharing a visit with her afterward are p