We enjoy a trip to Georgia's capital city on occasion but we are always looking for small towns near Atlanta. Some of them give you the same "big city" amenities such as great restaurants. You will also find things to do you can't find in the city. Here's our picks for great small towns near … Continue reading Fun small towns near Atlanta to explore
17 Northwest Georgia hiking trails to explore
When Steve and I took up hiking a few years ago, we started on Northwest Georgia hiking trails. The 17-county region has so many beautiful destinations it was hard for us to choose where to go. Georgia's Historic High Country has made it easy to chose a trail in this region with the Northwest Georgia … Continue reading 17 Northwest Georgia hiking trails to explore
The world-class athletic competition in Cedartown, Georgia
Every June flags from around the world line the street's of Cedartown, Georgia, a small town known best for being the birthplace of the voice of Winnie the Pooh and a song by country crooner Waylon Jennings. The flags represent the countries of world-class athletes who visit this Northwest Georgia town every year for the … Continue reading The world-class athletic competition in Cedartown, Georgia
Five reasons you should visit Adairsville, Ga.
Happy New Year from Adairsville, Georgia! When we were planning 2023, I realized we have never written about the amazing little town we call home. Steve and I have been married nearly 10 years and we have lived in Adairsville our entire marriage. It's a small town with just shy of 5,000 people, according to … Continue reading Five reasons you should visit Adairsville, Ga.
Paradise Garden and the legacy of Howard Finster
The house at 200 Lewis Street in Summerville, Ga. fits in with all of the other frame houses on the street. But inside and behind that house is the story of a man who followed his own vision and in doing so, became something of a folk hero. Howard Finster”s idea for Paradise Garden came … Continue reading Paradise Garden and the legacy of Howard Finster