OK...as promised, here are some photos of my highlights to Memphis, Tennessee:


Scott and I arrived in Memphis at midnight...I snapped this photo once we crossed the Mississippi River!






We watched the Peabody duck procession from their sleeping quarters to the lobby fountain in the morning, and the procession to the elevator and back up to their quarters in the evening.  Here's an interesting link that describes the history of the Peabody ducks.



The gorgeous lobby from up above...The Peabody is an amazing historical hotel rich with dozens of vintage photos on display as well as a piano that was custom-built in 1838 for Francis Scott Key, the author of America's beloved "The Star-Spangled Banner"!




Of course, we had to tour Beale Street!  Though I'm not a big blues fan, I very much enjoyed strolling though the quirky shops and bars.  The delicious fried green tomatoes at Miss Polly's reminded me of my first time eating this Southern favorite at my Aunt Mary's.  We ended our evening eating divine bread pudding at B.B. King's and had a grand time grooving to the engaging live band music.




A trip to Memphis wouldn't be right without diving into the amazing barbeque!  Corky's was recommended by my friend, Shelbi, and I certainly agreed with Corky's well-deserved reputation for awesome ribs.    I can't wait to try some other renowned barbeque restaurants on my trip back to Memphis!




We have many more places on the agenda to visit on our next trip to Memphis---I can't wait!!!