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The Grand Ol’ Opry

What can I say about this place that hasn’t already been said a hundred times.  Walking around backstage was surreal.  You could almost hear the voices of the country music greats who have walked the hallways, from the famous “Howdyyyy” of Miss Minnie Pearl,… Continue Reading “The Grand Ol’ Opry”

Gaylord Opryland Hotel !

If you ever get the chance to stay at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, don’t pass it up.  It is its own destination vacation.  Over 9 acres of indoor gardens, with waterfalls, a riverboat ride, indoor/outdoor pools.  Stores, 17 restaurants, coffee shops, gift… Continue Reading “Gaylord Opryland Hotel !”

Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes?

Nashville !!  First off I want to thank my brother, Rob and his wife Wendy for taking the time out of their schedule to show me around.  What can I say about Nashville Tennessee?  The streets are kind of stinky, and every other door… Continue Reading “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes?”

Shiloh NMP –

From the early morning hours of Sunday, April 6th, 1882 through late in the day on the 7th of April 1882, on the fields and woods surrounding a little wooden church, on the banks of the Tennessee River,  23,746 men and boys lost their lives on the land that is… Continue Reading “Shiloh NMP –”

Heartbreak Hotel ! !

Graceland ! !  The Mecca of all Elvis Presley fans, young and old….. No reservations, but I gave it a shot.  Pulled into The Guesthouse at Graceland around 11 on Tuesday morning.  The place was crazy busy, and I thought there was no way… Continue Reading “Heartbreak Hotel ! !”

Coal Miners Daughter ! !

“Well, I was born a Coal Miner’s Daughter, in a cabin on a hill in Butcher Holler.”  Loretta Lynn’s Ranch was absolutely beautiful.  If you are looking for a place to get away from it all, cute cabins, hiking, horseback riding, and special concerts… Continue Reading “Coal Miners Daughter ! !”

Rock City ! !

Just when you think the last place you visited was amazing, along comes another spot even more beautiful.  Rock City TN…. From a top Lookout Mountain you can see 7, yes SEVEN different states!!!! The panoramic view was unbelievable!!  You walk through cool trails… Continue Reading “Rock City ! !”

Ruby Falls – Lookout Mountain

Wow… That’s about all I can say about Ruby Falls.  Chattanooga, Tennessee was our next stop.  As if Lookout Mountain wasn’t beautiful enough already, entering the cavern and making our way to the waterfall was gorgeous.  Although our guide probably makes the trip three or four times… Continue Reading “Ruby Falls – Lookout Mountain”

Russell Cave – Alabama

I made it to my younger brother Rob and his family’s place in Alabama on Sunday June 18th 2017.  First thing Monday Rob had to leave for two weeks for a business trip so his wife Wendy and my nephew Garrett decided to do… Continue Reading “Russell Cave – Alabama”

Georgia On My Mind…Pt. 1

Georgia…. What can I say? I had a great time during my travels through the Peach State!  While in Florida I made a trip to Northern Georgia to spend some time with my friend Kelli.  We had a really good time during my visit.  It started… Continue Reading “Georgia On My Mind…Pt. 1”