Natchez is known for its Antebellum homes. Many of the architectural styles featured are Federal, Greek Revival, and Italian Revival. I have not toured all of the homes – you have to leave something for a later trip – but I have toured six. I am going to give you two “must see” houses. One… Read More
Category Archives: Out and about
Natchez: Part I – The Magic
I love to go exploring! My mom loved to head out on a trip and, as she said, “go where my nose takes me.” About a year ago, I visited Natchez for the first time with a group of girlfriends. It was during the fall Pilgrimage. I LOVED it! We stayed at a VBRO rental… Read More
Peace, Love and Stew
I am from Sulphur Springs, Texas. My town is known for many things, with one being the world famous Hopkins County Stew Contest. This is not a cooking contest for sissies. First, you have to be really strong. You have to dig a small fire pit for the logs. You have to lug a huge… Read More
Leave on the left, remove on the left
Many of you will know what this article’s heading means. If you don’t, I hope you are not a food server! This is the etiquette rule for placing a plate in front of a guest. You leave it on their left, and you remove it, when they are finished, from their left as well. But let’s… Read More