Travel

Praters BBQ in Manchester TN; Down Home BBQ

“Prater’s is the best barbecue in the area,” one local assured me. I had my hopes set high, since barbecue is a family favorite and I had a Restaurant.com certificate.  I wasn’t sure what to do expect, but was surprised when I saw the restaurant. It is nothing fancy, just […]

The Past & Present Meet at Fort Massac Illinois

After my afternoon of hiking at Cache River National Wildlife Refuge, Bryan and I realized we had hours before sunset. Not wanting to go back to the hotel, we were discussing what to do when we drove by Fort Massac State Park. We quickly pulled in, and the rest, they […]