We had a wonderful time at Visualize Art in Knoxville, TN doing a couples stained glass art class. We did every step from picking the pattern, the glass colors/textures, cutting, grinding, copper wrapping, and solder to finishing touches! The instructor, Matt, was so great, even taking our hands to help us do the proper techniques.…
Knoxville, TN is just an absolutely gorgeous place to live! We had dinner and drinks while we cruised along the Tennessee river aboard the Star of Knoxville. The “Star of Knoxville” is a true East Tennessee treasure. There is no better way to view the Tennessee River, downtown Knoxville’s waterfront and the University of Tennessee…
The Armory in Maryville, TN is a cool, new place that we got to experience yesterday while also supporting RPAC (Realtor Policital Action Committee). ” The Armory is a 27,000-square-foot, next-level entertainment venue in Maryville built for play, competition, and connection.” We played an indoor, electronic putt putt type game, but there is so much…
We were shuttled to a drop in on the Holston River and we kayaked 5-6 miles right into downtown Knoxville, on the Tennessee River! It was a very peaceful trip (with lots of work), including being right under small airplanes landing at Island Home airport. We booked this trip thru KnoxvilleAdventure.com. Their slogan “The Knoxville…
America’s 250th birthday, known as the Semiquincentennial, was celebrated on July 4, 2026. Congress voted for independence on July 2, 1776, and the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted two days later. Most signers did not sign on July 4, with only John Hancock and Charles Thomson doing so that day, while the rest signed…
Denim and Diamonds was the theme at Gettysvue Country Club’s Member Guest golf tournament this year! The staff did an amazing job and the newly rennovated club looks great! The whole central gathering place around the new bar is so inviting and comfortable. Randy played with Keeton, our son, and they played lights out, but…
Randy and Leonard, S & S Homebuilders, just finsihed building this gorgeous custom home in Millers Landing in Lenoir City, TN. The home has so many quality touches like white kitchen appliances, an amazing back porch with a view of the lake, open shelving in the den, and stained concrete floors in the basement. Check…
We, S & S Homebuilders, are currently building a custom home and they made a choice to put in white appliances. White can make a small kitchen look bigger and brighter. They look great, its a welcome change in the trend from stainless steel, and they are less expensive. There are several brands that still…
My son Keeton and I got to attend The Masters golf tournament this year in Augusta, GA. This was amazing to be a part of and to be able to bring my son for his first time here. We are both avid golfers and it is quite the experience to be right here with the…
We attended the grand opening last weekend for the new Generation 5 Porsche facility and showroom here in Knoxville, TN. They didn’t cut any corners and this place is awesome! Stop by and see them, and maybe a new car, and the new building. We are happy to still be a part of the Harper…