Tag Archives: Road trip

The Road Sways Left and Right and Left Again

Posted on September 26, 2015 by Lynette

You are in the passenger seat next to me as we leave the freeway and head west on a country lane.  I am enjoying watching your reaction to the lovely scenery–the many shades of green with occasional glimpses of plum … Continue reading →

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There are Days that Sparkle

Posted on March 7, 2015 by Lynette

Yesterday was a most marvelous day. Lunch beneath a grand old chandelier at a diner that’s half antique shop, with black and white checkered floors. Driving along the curves of a gleaming river. Hours of conversation with a philosopher friend. … Continue reading →

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Getting Spooked in Savannah

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Lynette

I keep an open mind when it comes to ghosts, spirits, hauntings and the like….in my opinion there’s so much we DON”T know about life and death. Friends and family members have seen things, felt things, heard things…and a few … Continue reading →

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Those Oil Rig Boys Just Don’t Care

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Lynette

After I left Billings, Montana it was time to head up to Minot and meet up with my family for our big family reunion.  My dad turned 80 this year and grew up on a farm in Kenmare, North Dakota, … Continue reading →

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Climbing the Stairs in Missoula Montana

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Lynette

It’s day Two of my Glitter Pick Road Trip and I am in Missoula, Montana to see what treasures I can find.  I read about the Montana Antique Mall….how can I resist the “largest antique mall in Montana”?  It is … Continue reading →

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Trixie and Lulu return Home with some amazing stats

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Lynette

We returned home and unloaded the U-Haul Saturday afternoon…look at our finds! 37 plastic bins and boxes filled with fabulous vintage smalls and 20+ pieces of furniture 1300 miles on Miss Daisy the minivan..and 2000 miles on Jeb the U-Haul We … Continue reading →

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Sign Sign Everywhere a sign

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Lynette

I am a big fan of signs.  The funnier and quirker the better.  I especially like signs that are a good representation of a very specific place.  Here are some of my favorite signs from our Glitter Pick road trip.  … Continue reading →

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The mecca of all glitter picks…in Tuscaloosa Alabama

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Lynette

This small roadside sign leads to mecca…the best vintage picking in the south.  I discovered it last year while on vacation with my mom and niece and vowed to return.  With a bigger car.  And a way to get lots … Continue reading →

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Meet Miss Lillie Mae

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Lynette

The very best food is always where the locals eat, and today we were lucky enough to have a conversation with several volunteers at the Chattanooga Junior League Thrift shop.  We talked about the recent tornadoes and how it had … Continue reading →

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Meat and 3 sides…food adventuring in Tennessee

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Lynette

In preparation for our trip to the south I purchased a book called Tennessee Curiosities by Kristin Luna….because travelling for me is all about avoiding the obvious tourist traps and exploring the odd little places unique to wherever we are.  … Continue reading →

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