Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Feud

 It was basically a Bluegrass/clogging show with a little bit of a storyline built in but we really enjoyed it.

The old Miller House

I've loved this old house since I was a kid.

My Brother's Church

 You don't find little country churches like this one in IL.

Scenery

 The first two pics are of the windmills right outside of Bloomington, IL. The rest are all taken from my parents' yard. I love the mist that comes off of the mountains in the mornings.

Hodgepodge

Welcome back to the Wednesday Hodgepodge! Be sure to add your link to the bottom of Joyce's post and then go visit the neighbors. After all, that's part of the fun! 

1. It's a brand new month...share one thing you're looking forward to in October.
October is the month for the "Spoon River Drive" - all the towns around the Spoon River have flea markets  and crafts everywhere, I'll be going on Saturday.

2.  Is chivalry dead?  Explain.
I wouldn't say it's dead. There are still some guys out there that try to protect and care for women. I'd like to think that both my son and SIL still possess some chivalry.

3.  On October 2, 1950 the Peanuts comic strip made its debut.  Which character is your favorite?  Which character is most like you?  (Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Shroeder, Snoopy, Woodstock, or Pig Pen)  If you need a description click here .
I've always liked Shroeder for some reason.

4.  What's something you're competitive about?
Grades - I tend to excel when I have someone to compete with. I just hate for someone to do better than me - it makes me study more.

5. October is National Popcorn Popping Month...are you a fan?  How do you like your popcorn?  
Love popcorn - with lots of butter!

6.  When did you first realize the world is small?
Years ago I told my BF a story about the chained rock at Pineville, KY. She never really believed me. I was at her house one night and her aunt and uncle stopped by. Somehow, we got on the subject of the mountains and she told them my story. Her uncle knew the story. Turns out his grandmother was raised on Pine Mountain. She believes me now!

7.  In terms of architecture, what's the most beautiful building you've seen up close and in person?
I haven't seen a lot but I love the capital building in Springfield, IL. I also love this building that I work in, Sherman Hall. The upstairs auditorium is just beautiful.

8.  Insert your own random thought here.
I got home last night at 8. Sleeping in my own bed was wonderful. The trip went well and I'll have lots of pictures to post later in the week.