There’s certainly no shortage of beauty around Savannah—the waterfront, ghost tours, spectacular architecture, ships, and, well, I could go on and on. But there are a few hidden treasures you won’t see unless you travel a bit off the beaten path. This is what I found during a roadside stop I made on Talahi Island (where we used to live), between Savannah and the beaches of Tybee Island.

While poking around, we startled this young mother.

She immediately came out of the brush, apparently to keep us away from her litter.

But nothing says friendship like sharing a Fig Newton.

I think we bonded for life … as long I keep a package of those cookies in the car.