Based on the best selling novel, The Secret Life of Bees stars Dakota Fanning, Alicia Keys, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson and Paul Bettany. Fourteen-year-old Lily Owens is growing up in South Carolina in the 1960s without a mother. To escape her father's wrath, she flees home with Rosaleen, her black caregiver, in tow. They stop in a small town where they meet the Boatwright … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Secret Life of Bees
Classic Eats: Cafe du Monde
Café du Monde is the most recognizable New Orleans establishment, serving hordes of hungry tourists and locals 24 hours a day. The humble coffee stand opened in 1862. The menu may be simple, consisting of two items, but they do both well. Order a portion of beignets, French-style doughnuts topped with powdered sugar. Just don't wear a white shirt! Your coffee, an ideal … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Cafe du Monde
Southern Stays: Crash Pad Hostel Chattanooga
Forward-thinking residents that opened The Crash Pad Hostel Chattanooga in Chattanooga's Southside back in 2011 as a haven for hikers, climbers, and travelers passing through. You can tell that this place was created by travelers, as it has all the important details. Design played an important role also, as it was the first hostel to become LEED Platinum … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Crash Pad Hostel Chattanooga
Small Town Saturday: Highlands, NC
Located near Cashiers in the mountains of North Carolina, the town of Highlands has less than 1,000 full-time residents. The surrounding state and national parks are popular with visitors, especially the winding drives ideal for motorcycle enthusiasts. This particular photo was taken from Dry Falls, also known as Upper Cullasaja Falls, located in the Nantahala National … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Highlands, NC
Film Friday: October Sky
Based on the book by the same name, October Sky tells of Homer Hickam and his friends who dream of space in a small coal-mining town. Against his stern father's wishes, Homer learns about rockets. Their dreams and an inspiring teacher eventually get them out of West Virginia and on to the national science fair. The movie stars a young Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, and Laura … [Read more...] about Film Friday: October Sky