Look out Music City . . .

Anyone ever see That Thing Called Love? A great little movie from 1993 starring Samantha Mathis, Dermot Mulroney, Sandra Bullock, and River Phoenix (one of his last roles, I think). Did you see it? I really like the film. It's set in Nashville, a city I really like, and centers around a group of young country music hopefuls. I also really like country music.

A line repeatedly shouted throughout the movie is: "Look out Music City, cause here I am and I ain't never leavin'!"

Look out, BlogTrotters, because today we're heading to Nashville. Our tour guide is Robin Dodd, of Robin Dodd Photography, which suggests she's always "looking out" at Nashville (from behind her camera), even if not necessarily yelling at Nashville.

Let's Go!

Robin Dodd Photography

Please leave Robin a comment to let her know you stopped by. Visit again later this week for an important BlogTrotting announcement.

Pleasant View of Pleasant View

We're heading South today to check in on the great state of Tennessee with the witty Ethel Mae. Her blog's tag line is one of the funniest ever: "Reflections on the life and times of a frumpy middle-aged postal worker and her penny-pinching husband in the tiny Southern town of Pleasant View, TN." That just cracked me up.

Let's laugh with Ethel Mae and learn about the pleasant life in Pleasant View. Promise me you'll check out her post on a beautiful summer storm -- amazing photographs throughout.

Ya'll ready? Let's go!

The Adventures of Fred and Ethel

Please leave a comment to let Ethel Mae know you stopped by!

Knoxville Star

Fifth graders at my school were asked to do a big state report and project. When it was my turn to choose a state, on a whim I selected Tennessee. I've had a soft spot for Tennessee ever since and have visited Knoxville, Nashville, and Gatlinburg. I can't wait to go back to Knoxville today!

Our BlogTrotting tour guide is Jessica, a young newlywed and student. Read all about her love story while you're there.

Let's Go!

One Shiny Star

Please leave Jessica a comment to let her know you stopped by. Remember we're going "yellow" for tomorrow's Field Trip Friday post.

Turn Your Face to Knoxville

"Be like the flower; turn your face to the sun." These are the words on the header of today's featured blogger: Sarah from Small World at Home. Above these words is a beautiful collection of photographs. It is all really working for me, especially at this hopeful, sunny time of year.

Sarah's home is in Knoxville, TN, a place where I spent a beautiful and memorable sunny day back in 1999 for the Tennessee/Notre Dame football game, which was sort of my now-hubby's and my first date. Who doesn't love a first date in a parking lot full of football fans?

I'll always have a soft spot for Knoxville and am excited for today's tour by Sarah.

Let's Go!

Small World at Home

Please leave Sarah a comment!

Thanks for BlogTrotting. Tomorrow we announce the topic for this week's Field Trip Friday. If you have a suggestion, please let us know in the comments.

Grand Ole Opry Town

When I was maybe in fourth grade or so, my dad had to go to a convention at the Opryland Hotel and decided to bring the whole family. Our vacation was at Opryland that year and I remember thinking that the park was cool and that the hotel was maybe the coolest place I'd ever seen. A lifelong lover of country music, I've been back twice since and think Nashville rocks!

So does today's blogtrotting tour guide, Christy from Just Thinkin'. Christy describes herself as as a "mom who thinks too much." How many moms out there can relate to that description!?

Let's go check out Nashville with Christy . . .

Just Thinkin'

Please leave Christy a comment to let her know you visited. If you've been to Nashville, let her know and also let her know what corner of the world you call home.

Come back tomorrow for a trip to the O.C. -- don't be afraid, I don't think Vicky from The Real Housewives will be there!

Greenest State in the Land of the Free: Tennessee

I can't get that song out of my head now: Davy, Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier! As catchy as the song is, there's a lot more to Tennessee than 19th century folk heroes. It is a lush, hilly state with history and culture. It is the home of Dollywood, after all.

It is also the home of  today's featured blogger, Jane. She is a "rebellious, artsy, homeschoolin' mama." How fun does that sound? And she totally is. So head on over to see her:

Jumpin' in the Jungle

Please leave her a comment and let her know what corner of the world you call home! If you haven't signed up to host a BlogTrotting tour, do it today! Tomorrow, we're heading somewhere we've never been before. A hint: This state produces more apples than any other state in the union.

Go Vols!

We're heading to a state I visited for the very first time just this past November: Tennessee. I was awed by the beauty of the mountains and the kindness of the people. Even when I was sitting in crazy Pigeon Forge traffic (and anyone who has ever been there knows, it is unreal), I was surprised by how courteous everyone was. But don't let that deter you, because Shannon is one heck of a tour guide and it is definitely worth it. So head on down to her little slice of heaven:

Welcome to the Nut House 

As always, don't forget to leave a comment and let her know what corner of the world you're visiting from! Tomorrow, we're heading northeast. Keep your fingers crossed that the blizzard that is rumored to be heading that way doesn't bury us all! Here's a little hint:

Toilet paper was invented here in 1857. (And we are all so very grateful for it!)

PS - For those unfamiliar with the Orange and White, the Vols are the nickname for University of Tennessee students and athletes, named for the volunteer soldiers and their significant contribution during the War of 1812.

Tennessee

Leave a comment with your name (first name or blog handle), location and blog name and URL.

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Welcome to the Nut House -  Shannon from Soddy Daisy (Chattanooga)

Jumpin' In The Jungle! - Jane in Chattanooga

Just Thinkin' - Christy in Nashville

Small World @ Home - Sarah in Knoxville

One Shiny Star - Jessica in Knoxville

The Adventures of Fred and Ethel - Ethel Mae in Pleasant View

Robin Dodd Photography - Robin in Nashville

Everyday Celebrating - Michelle in Nashville