Bear with Me

Ivy Rutzky moved from New York City to Northeast Georgia in 2009. She's been writing columns for the local newspaper, the White County News, since 2010, about her adaptation from city to country life. "Welcome to Ivy's world. Her columns transport you to a world of wood and streams, insects and animals. And everyday people make their way into her life, and become part of her story. Her columns, all written after moving from New York City to Sautee Nacoochee, are the real thing. She writes with wit, clarity and understanding. Read and enjoy -- Billy Chism, former editor and publisher, White County News" --- "I 'inherited' Ivy as a columnist and decided to keep her on. Her work continues to endure while endearing itself to our readers. She shares relatable moments through whimsical storytelling, colored through her own experiences. You get invited into her world and feel glad that you accepted the offer -- Wayne Hardy, publisher and editor of the White County News."