While driving the 12 hours from Maryland to Nashville on my Eve6 road trip, I took the opportunity to make a little one-hour detour to see the town I've spent my whole life hearing family stories about. I saw the old train station where my great-grandfather's mail was delivered twice a day, the street my grandma spent most of her childhood growing up on, the Presbyterian church which was the center of most of her life during those years, the bridge where a very young version of me apparently watched some lackluster fireworks on the 4th of July one year at a family reunion, and the one and only restaurant in town. It really is a tiny little place.
It was just a quick drive-through visit, but it was nice to feel connected to my grandma (and my mom) that particular day by being in a place that meant so much to her. It's been 7 years since she passed away now... crazy. I still love and miss her very much. And I love you too, Mom!! Happy belated Mother's Day (again)!
6 comments:
What an adorable town! So jealous of your road trip.
Wow, I can't believe you went there. So cool! I miss Grandma too. :(
Wow, I can't believe you went there. So cool! I miss Grandma too. :(
What wonderful pictures, and memories, and a tribute to the love that goes on and on. Thank you so much for making the stop and posting these pictures.
What wonderful pictures, and memories, and a tribute to the love that goes on and on. Thank you so much for making the stop and posting these pictures.
I remember the fireflies and beautiful greenery of West Virginia. Thanks for the lovely photos!
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