If you know me well you are very aware that I like southern things...
I like sweet lemonade, pralines and macaroni and cheese. I like front porch swings, and hearing y'all, But mostly I like the history, Whether it's the civil war, or the underground railroad,, I like the ghost stories that accompany them. I like learning as much of it as I can. Today Em and I emmersed ourselves in that history. We met up with Margie Thessin, owner and tour guide of Franklin on Foot http://franklinonfoot.com/about/ Margie escorted us around this little Tennessee town, that lies just south of Nashville. On our tour we were introduced to the ghosts of Franklin, Tn and the scandals and battles and even love stories of the citizens past. We saw gorgeous antibellum homes, civil war memorials and met the residents of the town along the way. Walking tours are a fantastic way to learn more about an area you are visiting.
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He's home!
Okay so it's not home, but there is a boy who lives in our house who loves this place! We have arrived at The US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. This will be E's 3rd year atrending a Space Camp, and every year he can't wait to get back. He's usually pretty quiet on the long drive down to Alabama from Canada. But as soon as he catches glimps of that Saturn Rocket...he know's she's arrived at his happy place. For a boy who can be shy, timid or overly cautious usually... it amazes us at the love, freedom, and courage he has when it comes to Space Camp. He loves getting to meet new people, trying new things, and just getting to be himself without any worry about what anyone else thinks. Each year I have watched him grow, mature, and become a leader. So very proud of my rocketboy! I have tried camomile teas, I have tried melatonin, I have even tried a little Baileys in Hot milk... but no matter what, the night before a big trip I usually lay there counting not only sheep , but the minutes of the clock ticking by.
This is not new. Anticipation and excitement... Absolutely! Maybe sometimes its also because I can have a little worry about forgetting something. All I know is that tomorrow morning I head 10 hours down 1-75 to Tennessee and I will be doing it on zero sleep. Am I worried about the ride. NO! I know my route, I know my map. I know my travel companons and how helpful they always are to mom. I also know that if I get to tired I will stop and pull over for some food, fresh air, and even sleep if I need it. But mostly I know that in the morning we'll get going and the sleep won't matter... because this maphappymom will be in motion. I'll be ready to go, and excited about where the adventure will lead me. |
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