Before 1780, Most of the key battles in the Revolutionary War happened in New England states and key Southern ports like Charleston. But in October of 1780, a battle that three U.S. presidents have called a turning point in the war occurred at Kings Mountain, S.C. Four-hundred of the brave men who participated in that … Continue reading Explore Revolutionary War history at Abingdon, Virginia’s Muster Grounds
Bacon, flamingos and disco turkeys? It’s all a part of minor league baseball
What is summer without baseball? It's not much of a summer for us. Steve and I grew up watching the Atlanta Braves. I was so obsessed I once snuck my transistor radio into church so I could listen to the game. Our unofficial "first date" was to a Rome Braves game. Rome is the closest … Continue reading Bacon, flamingos and disco turkeys? It’s all a part of minor league baseball
Five Southern vacation spots that will surprise you
Travelers have many great places to choose from for their perfect Southern vacation as the states south of the Mason-Dixon line have it all. You can soak in the sun on one of the many beautiful beaches or see beautiful views from a mountain top. We love our traditional destinations like the Smoky Mountains but … Continue reading Five Southern vacation spots that will surprise you
The many reasons to visit Abingdon, Virginia
Some Southern small towns just ooze with charm. I knew that before I ever set foot in Abingdon, Virginia. For almost 20 years this little hamlet in Southwest Virginia was on my bucket list. Even though I spent five days there, I still haven’t scratched everything off my list. That’s because there is so much … Continue reading The many reasons to visit Abingdon, Virginia
