Kings of Leon are one of the most well-known bands in the country for both their popular hits like "Sex On Fire" as well as the family drama between the brothers. Brothers Caleb, Nathan and Jared Followill, who form the band along with their cousin Matthew, were raised following their Pentecostal preacher father around the South. The boys moved to Nashville, Tennessee … [Read more...] about Music Monday: Kings of Leon
Film Friday: Remember the Titans
This feel-good sports movie involves a segregated football team that brings in a new coach, played by Denzel Washington, with his own way of doing things. A young Hayden Panettiere, Ryan Gosling, and Kate Bosworth also star. The true story is set in 1970s suburban Virginia. Specific scenes were filmed at Berry College, Sprayberry High School, Decatur Cemetery, Druid … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Remember the Titans
Film Friday: Forrest Gump
This classic movie covers moments in American history and was filmed throughout the country and primarily in the South and California. Forrest Gump is, in his mother's words, "special." His friendship with neighbor Jenny is the only constant in his life. He goes on to receive a football scholarship to the University of Alabama, play professional ping pong, fight in the … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Forrest Gump
Visiting Elvis Presley’s Graceland
Any trip to Memphis, Tennessee would not be complete without a stop at Graceland, the lavish home of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi but moved to Memphis and made it his home when he rose to fame. His family and friends were welcomed here, often staying in his guest rooms and taking advantage of the horses and golf carts on … [Read more...] about Visiting Elvis Presley’s Graceland
Visiting the Old New Orleans Rum Distillery
On a visit to New Orleans, my friend and I were looking for something to do before our late-night bus home. She did some research on her phone and found a distillery on Frenchman Street, where we were staying. Obviously, we had to check it out. The nice folks at Celebration Distilling, the company behind Old New Orleans Rum, picked us up from the French Quarter, driving us … [Read more...] about Visiting the Old New Orleans Rum Distillery
