My last official (paid!) job — prior to becoming a play-at-home mom of two — was working for the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sustainable Seafood Initiative. I learned so much about making wise seafood choices and had the opportunity to photograph and write about local fishermen for a wonderful but short-lived magazine. I handled PR and events for the program, and we coordinated with local chefs who made a commitment to serve more local seafood. A fulfilling role in at least two ways.

Last night, the hubby and I joined some fun friends for a fabulous meal featuring local bounty with a side of education from the fishermen who provided the clams, oysters and vermilion snapper for the feast. It was the first Sustainable Seafood dinner we’ve attended in a while, and we love The Boathouse on Breach Inlet.

I shot the Edible Lowcountry cover for an article about clam farming. The “eat local” mural advertises a local chain that serves local shrimp during the season. I pedaled past it on a recent bike jaunt downtown and loved the colors.