Tag Archives: Tennessee
Jack Daniels
It was on a Tuesday that we decided to visit Jack Daniels Distillery. Jack Daniels, in case you have never heard of him, was a whiskey maker back in the day. He learned his skill when he left home while … Continue reading
The Family Reunion
My family used to have reunions here in Tennessee. My mother is from a large family and every other year they came from all over the U.S. to get together. Now some people have told me that if their whole … Continue reading
Junk Cars & Tall Grass
I couldn’t believe what I saw in the paper! Our local lawmakers, in their unfailing wisdom, passed a law against parking cars on residential lawns. What is the world is wrong with these council members? Do they not know this … Continue reading
Ery Ya Ready fer Sum Football?
Many years ago, Nashville opened a new football stadium and became a major league city with a REAL football team and a REAL stadium. My son, gave his pre-purchased ticket to me saying that a pre-season game wasn’t worth worrying about, and … Continue reading
Opry at the Ryman
Well, I did it again. I went to the Grand Ole Opry. Just shut up about it – this is Nashville, after all. Cheapest entertainment in town – they really give your money’s worth with a long continuous show. Ticket … Continue reading
A Yankee in Nashville
A fellow humorist and writer always looking for a easy pun, made an interesting comment the other day: We would love to go visit my niece in Nashville, but I’m afraid we probably wouldn’t all fit in her apartment and we’re … Continue reading
Dollywood Dolly
Hooray for Dollywood! Okay, I got that out of the way. Just had to say it. I did it, went to the Mecca of Tennessee tourism, the redneck Disney World, Dollywood, number two tourist attraction in the state in be-u-ti-ful … Continue reading
The Truth About Tennessee
I have decided to let the rest of the world in on a secret that they have always suspected anyhow. It is the truth about Tennessee. The truth is we are all rednecks here. Some claim the name comes from … Continue reading
Elvis Land
Yes, it’s all true. In Tennessee we do worship Elvis. Everyone in Tennessee knows all the words to “Blue Suede Shoes” and “Hound Dog” by heart. It is well-established that nearly everyone in Tennessee has natural musical talent, and can play … Continue reading
