His essay follows. Throughout South Carolina there are smiling faces and beautiful places. There is laughter and joy in all three corners. I'm proud to live here. In Lake Murray's shining waters, fishermen smile at the day's catch.
Boaters are pleased with waterskiing all the way across.
Swimmers grin at having fought the current. Talented artists at Finlay Park beam at their masterpieces. Ducks glide, and giddy children play. Romantic couples giggle with delight. People at the Capitol have fun on the grounds.