Tommy Franks

We went to see Gen. Tommy Franks at Lipscomb last Tuesday. My uncle was also a general and stationed at the same base in the past, so I have met him before at his home. I'd like to say he is "right on" with his views, and I would be glad to vote for him if he ever ran, although he is too old.ha!....It made me proud to be an American..a feeling I haven't had in awhile. It's people like him who make our nation great.

Spring Break Cabin-part 1

For a few days during Spring Break, we went to stay in my in-laws cabin in Mentone, Alabama. It was so beautiful there. The weather wasn't very nice, but we had a lot of fun. Jake had just had a bout with the flu, so I was nervous about the rest of us catching it, but no one did, and we had a great time.We are glad that Papa put up this railing so we don't have to worry about the kids falling off a cliff!























































On the way down the mountain, there was an old still, that had been busted up by the proper authorities. I thought it was neat so I took some pics.














































































































































































































































Thanks to Jay's parents...we had fun!

Desoto Falls

During our Spring Break getaway, we stopped by Desoto Falls. It was near the cabin where we stayed. It was very beautiful, and cold I might add! There was also a ski resort nearby, although it wasn't much of one. There were only two skiers there!

Chattanooga Choo-Choo

After we left the cabin, we decided to drive on to Chattanooga. It is a short forty minute drive. We got a great rate to stay in a train car at the Chattanooga Choo Choo. I was expecting a musty, damp, old car and it was definitely that and more. The walls are extremely thin, and we heard a baby crying from three o'clock until sunrise. The kids slept soundly, but Jay and I were miserable. The people in the train car behind us were fed up too. By 6 a.m, they were screaming at each other and telling their baby to "shut up." The Choo-Choo offered us another night's stay free of charge, but that was enough for me! However, the children absolutely loved it and I guess that's all that matters.

The next morning we had a pleasant experience for breakfast. I do recommend Aretha Frankensteins . It is in an old house and they only seat a bar and four tables, but it was delicious!