A Flurry of Activity Today

JuneFest

It looks like it's time for JuneFest! The first of the campers arrived yesterday and the sound crew is expected to come in today.
We are still in the process of getting the facilities ready but should be in full swing by the weekend when several more come rolling in. There are always last minute things to do. The big tent will be going up on Tuesday........just in time for the Wednesday night beans & cornbread dinner.
We always enjoy the days leading up to the shows as we get to join in the nightly jam sessions in the barn (or the new pavilion this year) and visit with our bluegrass buddies!
If you don't already have tickets........don't worry, they will be available at the gate. There are still some good campsites left so make plans to join us if you can.

Homemade Ice Cream

Well, we finally used the new pavilion this evening with a little impromptu "ice cream social". After Joe came in from baling hay, we thought a little vanilla homemade ice cream would hit the spot on a hot evening like tonight. So, we cranked up a batch (by hand) and were joined by the Moores, the Suttons and one of our campers......Mike. Sure was good. We usually make ice cream on Sunday evenings during the summer but couldn't wait this week. There's a nice breeze that blows through the pavilion and we all enjoyed visiting. This will be the last night this week to be able to take time out for much of anything as next week is FESTIVAL WEEK!
We're still getting calls for reservations and I hope everyone will come out and enjoy these bands we are bringing in. The music is going to be great! We hope you are making plans to join us.

Campsites

Inquiries are still coming in.............and, yes, we still have some campsites available for JuneFest. Call us at 865-397-7942 to make your reservations.
Many of you know that we are having a Beans and Cornbread supper on Wednesday evening at 6pm for all campers already on site. So, if you can plan for a Wed. (or earlier) arrival, let us know. Also, there are several people coming in a week prior to the festival and that means nightly pickin' and jammin' in the barn and campground.

Graduation Season

Is it just me or do all these "kids" graduating make you feel old, too? This is the biggest year for us since our own children graduated. Let's see, there's Samantha M., Samantha I., Anna G., Nicole M., Zack S, Ethan S. plus a few more. A couple of them haven't lived here in a long time so when I realized they were graduating, it was a shock as I still picture them the way they were when they moved away................little and cute. Now they are grown and gorgeous. How did they all grow up and change while I'm still the same?? ha Hmmmmm.....maybe I should take a closer look into the mirror. And even though Sami has always lived nearby, gone on nearly every vacation with us and we've watched her mature, it's still somewhat of a shock to realize that she, too, is "entering the real world". The world certainly has changed since I was facing graduation. But some things are still the same - after the ceremony there will be new adventures, new people to meet and choices to make. I know these "kids" will do fine making their mark on the world. It's going to be good to sit back and see what they will do to make us all proud. Good Luck to All the Graduates of 2008!

Backyard Color

Finishing Touches

As you can see, Joe's "project" is nearing completion. It finally got some paint on it and the fans are hung. Now he has to finish up with the lights, etc. This is going to be a great place for picnics, jammin', and whatever else we need the space for.
Reservations are coming along nicely for JuneFest. It looks like we might have a big crowd for the first one. The lineup is great and we are praying for good weather. If you haven't made plans to join us, it's not too late. We'd love to have you.
And if you're planning to camp, there are several folks coming in a few days early so there is sure to be some good pickin' every night in the barn and in the campground. That's always fun for us. Come early and stay late!
Have a good Memorial Day Weekend!
M