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I never thought I would find myself standing in the middle of a cemetery in the pitch dark as part of a haunted history tour the weekend before Halloween. [Read more…] about Haunted History Tour lets you hunt for ghosts in Old Cahawba
Alabama photographer Amanda Chapman’s world changed dramatically in 2012 when her husband Greg was diagnosed with cancer. Scared about the future of her family, she turned to her favorite holiday, Halloween to lighten the mood that had overtaken her that year. [Read more…] about How Alabama photographer, Amanda Chapman, found comfort in 31 Days of Halloween
By now most of you should be aware of the clear bag policies around the SEC (Southeastern Conference) at football stadiums, but did you know that you also must have a clear bag to enter concerts? What was a relatively new policy around the country last year has now become common policy at many concert venues, NFL, college and high school stadiums. In fact, venues are now issuing information about their clear bag policy before an event to ensure that people are not caught off guard. [Read more…] about Two Alabama women add their signature style to clear bag stadium policy
Since this is my first In a Vase on Monday post on Inspired Southerner, let me begin with an explanation.
As a novice Southern gardener, In a Vase on Monday, or IAVOM, is my biggest blogging inspiration. If all else fails, I can go in my yard and figure out something to plunk in a vase and write about. Plus, it’s a great way to connect with other gardeners.
[Read more…] about In a Vase on Monday: Zinnias and Buddleja
“No, my aunt wasn’t much of a gardener,” said the visitor.
“Oh,” I said, trying not to look disappointed.
Flame-haired and cheerful, the visitor chatting on my carport was the niece of the original owner of our 1960 home. She had popped by while driving home to Virginia from vacation in Florida. I wasn’t expecting her. I was in leggings and an old t-shirt and in the middle of laundry, but when she introduced herself I was curious to glean some house history.
