We've been at the Barr Lake RV Park (located about 16 miles northeast of Denver on I-76) for about a week before we were able to go to the lake. Barr Lake is known for its birdwatching. You can even see pelicans! The only problem was that the day we went was extremely windy and … [Read more...] about Barr Lake, Denver, CO
Memphis, TN
Maybe we would have had a different impression of Memphis if we had been able to see more of the city besides downtown earlier on the trip. Because of Chris' conference we stayed pretty close to downtown most of the time. Downtown is kind of rundown. They are in the process of … [Read more...] about Memphis, TN
Corky’s BBQ
The best BBQ I've had in a long time. I ordered the dry rub ribs (this is a Memphis specialty). Chris and Lorne had the wet stuff. The meal comes with 2 sides of coleslaw, smoky baked beans and rolls that look and taste like they've been fried in butter. Mmmm good! They can even … [Read more...] about Corky’s BBQ
3 Kings Tour of Memphis, TN
This tour was part of the NETA conference (National Electrical Testing Association) spouse package. But you might be able to get it from a local tour operator. The 3 kings of the tour are; Elvis, BB King, and Martin Luther King. Pretty cute. The first stop was Graceland. This is … [Read more...] about 3 Kings Tour of Memphis, TN
Nashville
Nashville is great ya'll! Chris and I went downtown to listen to all the music on Friday and Saturday. Even with both nights we still didn't have enough time. Broadway is where all the honky tonk bars are. Such a great street. Country music right next to rockabilly, right next to … [Read more...] about Nashville