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FOOT-TASTIC Handmade by friends Scott Hudson and Sean Johnson in Fairhope, Alabama, IAM Sandals are minimalist chic at its most comfy. Combining supple leather and sturdy parachute cord, each pair is as durable and strong as it is stylish. Grab a pair of the Original, a lace-up sandal, or the new Helix, a short-lace version that slips on and off and is perfect for trips to the beach, lake or pool.
Throw these books by Alabama authors into to your beach bag this summer. “Fairhope” by Jeannie Parnell is a Southern love story set in Fairhope that will melt your heart. “The Professor,” a gripping legal thriller by Robert Bailey, makes great use of its Alabama setting, even throwing iconic Coach Bear Bryant into the mix. And don’t forget the kids. “The Alabama Adventures of Walter & Wimbly” takes them on a fun-filled adventure across the lower half of our state. amazon.com / “Fairhope” and “The Professor” walterandwimbly.com / “Walter & Wimbly”
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