Views of Nashville
What follows are some pictures that didn’t fit in the previous two posts. I hope you enjoy.
These guys (there were two of them) greeted us each time we arrived at or departed the hotel. They were kind enough to give us an indication of the weather forecast for the day.
Cute little signs around our hotel.
Printer’s Alley sign says: “Rich in the heritage of American history, world famous Printers Alley carries a hundred year tradition of entertainment excellence. Millions of visitors have been entertained here by time honored guests ranging from W.C. Fields of Vaudeville days, to today’s superstars of stage, screen and television. These cobblestones have been trodden by five U.S. Presidents and scores of international diplomats. People from all walks of life… from all over the world come here to enjoy the variety of entertainment offered in Printers Alley. History surrounds you here. The walls of these buildings bespeak our age and heritage and serve as constant reminders of our historic entertainment past. We are proud of our heritage and prouder still to offer it to you our patrons. Thank you for visiting world famous Printers Alley.”
In an alley in downtown Nashville. Do you suppose this is an audition? Just some guys shootin’ the breeze and hummin’ a few bars? I don’t know.
Taylor Swift is supposed to live at the top of this building. I don’t know if it is true.
Did you forget something??? Ear buds? Phone charger? iPod? Never fear – you can get them here! (At Opryland Hotel.)
This is where we attended church on Sunday morning. The church was very friendly.
I met this cute little couple at the visitors center. We talked for at least 15 minutes. They run marathons! Seriously! He is very proud of the fact that he finishes first in his age group. I want to be just like them when I grow up. Just look at those beautiful smiles!
According to various sources, this alley behind the Ryman saw a lot of music stars as they ran over to Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge before, after and during their acts at the Ryman. (I understand performers didn’t make it back in time for their performances.)
The State Capitol.
Doesn’t this just make you want to be a country music fan?
Wait. How does that work? Don’t they have to stop first? If they’re stopped aren’t they going slower than 5 MPH? (A sign we saw at Sonic.)
Next up… things we wish we had done while we were in Nashville.
Rainbows in Waterfalls 