This is a picture of the Haig Point Lighthouse on Daufuskie Island in South Carolina. The lighthouse was built in 1872 as one of two range lights that ships could use to safely enter Caliboque Sound. It is still operational today as a private aid to navigation and a bed and breakfast; and it's on the National Register of Historic Sites. One more thing: it's also the site of my wedding last month.

I know some of you want details! Here you go:

Existing Historic Tower: YES

• Year Light First Lit: 1872
• Is the Light Operational? YES (PRIVATE AID TO NAVIGATION)
• Date Deactivated: 1934-1987
• Automated: YES
• Foundation Materials: TABBY
• Construction Materials: WOOD
• Markings/Patterns: WHITE W/RED ROOF
• Shape: SQUARE ON HOUSE
• Relationship to Other Structures: INTEGRAL
• Original Optic: FIFTH ORDER, FRESNEL
• Year Original Lens Installed: 1872
• Height of Focal Plane: 70
• Has tower been moved? NO

Modern Tower? NO

Existing Sound Signal Building? NO

Existing Keepers Quarters? YES

• Year Constructed: 1872
• Number of Stories: 2
• Architectural Style: VICTORIAN
• Construction Materials: WOOD

Current Use: PRIVATE AID TO NAVIGATION/BED AND BREAKFAST

(Source: National Park Service)

Of course, now I have no excuse for blogging only once a month or so. Well, actually, I might have a brand new built-in excuse....