at the Georgia Mountain Fair

The Georgia Mountain Fair in Hiawassee, GA, is a sprawling event on acres of wooded land. Artisans from many states demonstrate various talents including basket weaving, pottery, painting, sewing, metal and wood working - and the list goes on and on. This is a replica of a cabin which might have been found in the North Georgia mountains many years ago. It sits among several other period buildings - including the necessary outhouse.

cool Summer picnic

This is a little park in Tunnel Hill, GA, named in honor of Harry Griffin - a longtime resident. This photo was taken just after sun up on July 24th. The dew covered grass appears blue in the shadows, but you can see the sun breaking through the trees promising another hot Summer day. Every year there's a "Rubber Ducky Race" at the creek. Great fun!! Stop in and see us sometime!

Joseph E. Johnston

This is the only known statue of Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston. It's located on Hamilton Street in downtown Dalton, GA, overlooking the business district.

Biggest Little Wedding Chapel in the South

This is the Ringgold, GA, wedding chapel on Nashville Street. Weddings, complete with decorations and music, are offered. It's right across the street from the courthouse so everything is convenient.

My sister-in-law was married there. So was Dolly Parton in 1966.

Northwest Georgia hay field

This photo was taken on June 24th while the hay was baled and waiting for pickup. Throughout the South there are hundreds of hay fields like this one reminiscent of times past. This particular land is located in Northwest Georgia and is the setting of the annual Civil War reenactment "Battle of Tunnel Hill". Located just 3 miles off I-75, it's a worthwhile detour.

near downtown Ringgold, GA

This quiet place is just a few blocks from downtown Ringgold, GA, and very close to I-75. Nearby people are grocery shopping, building a childrens' playground, and otherwise distracted by the everyday grind - but this little creek just whispers of peace and contentment.

Beauty by the roadside

Last year my friend, Sandra, and I ventured away from the main highways in N Georgia and found an amazing pond covered in water lilies. We set up our easels and began painting, attempting to capture the marvelous colors. We dined on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and Dr. Pepper. Dragon flies flitted about and the occasional frog splashed in the water. What a glorious way to spend a Summer afternoon - great company, excellent food, lovely surroundings !

Crawfish Springs

This is Crawfish Springs in Chickamauga located in Northwest GA. Chickamauga is a lovely little town of gift shops, antiques, quaint restaurants - and friendly people.