A few weeks ago, Greg and I visited a place we'd never before explored together. Years ago, before we'd ever met, we each merely passed through Memphis with our families while we were on our way to somewhere else.
We were excited about going on this trip, and had planned it for several months. We were on a tight schedule as we had only two days to get in everything we wanted to see and do.
We did it! With careful planning, we managed to do it all, and like we used to say when we were growing up, we "had a ball!"
The first day, we took in the Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid which is a landmark in Memphis. It doesn't matter if you are into sports or not, because there is something for everybody at the Pyramid.
The 535,000-square-foot space houses specialty shops, a "cypress swamp," aquariums, taxidermy animal exhibits, bowling, as well as other activities, such as an elevator ride to the top of the 32-story Pyramid.
We even had a wonderful lunch there at Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl and Grill.
Our second stop was the Peabody Hotel which houses the famous Peabody ducks.
The Peabody Hotel, where five ducks parade through the hotel's grand lobby twice a day, is a must-see attraction when visiting Memphis.
My brother suggested that we take in Beale Street which is the most famous street in Memphis with its clubs and shops, its soul food, and its live music, and we're glad we did!
Beale Street Is Active, Day and Night
We spent a couple of hours drinking in the beauty of the "mighty Mississippi." We walked on its banks which have around five miles of parks for outdoor recreation. You can even take a river boat ride if you so desire.
In this photo, Greg is taking pictures along the Mississippi. Notice the large buildings to Greg's right, the river boat straight ahead, and the Pyramid in the distance.
We always love staying in bed and breakfast inns, and the nearest one from Memphis was about 25 minutes away in Hernado, Mississippi.
Magnolia Grove Bed and Breakfast was elegantly beautiful, both inside and out. The snacks and breakfast were superb.
The second day, we went to the famous home of the late Elvis Presley. No visit to Memphis is complete without a visit to "Graceland." Elvis seems to be as popular as ever, judging by the crowds of people that were there, not just from the United States, but from all over the world.
Greg and Becky, Right Outside of Graceland
Finally, our last stop was the Memphis Zoo that houses more than 3,000 animals, including "lions and tigers and bears. Oh my!" (From "The Wizard of OZ') on 70 acres of land.
We were even entertained (through a window) while we enjoyed a delicious, healthy lunch there!
When we got back home, we were exhausted, but we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the "Home of the Blues," "Birthplace of Rock 'n Roll," and "Barbecued Pork Capital of the World." (From "Wikipedia")
Positive thought: "If I had to live my life over again,...I'd take more trips. I'd climb more mountains....I'd watch more sunsets. I'd burn more gasoline. I'd eat more ice cream....I'd ride more merry-go-rounds. I'd pick more daisies....I'd tell more people that I loved them." (From "If I Had My Life Over-I'd pick More Daisies" by Nadine Stair or Don Herold)
Thanks for visiting! Until Sunday, November 8, 2015 (or sooner!), Becky
