Virginia feels like a humid,firery furnace. Its has been over a hundred degrees for the past several days. Needless to say that this weather can be a bit oppressive and does not motivate one to seek outdoor entertainment. My family showed great love for me as we drove to Roanoke by braving the sticky heat at a stop at Appomattox, Virginia, the ending place of the Civil War. As a history buff wanna-be I always wanted to see the area and house where it all took place. As the sweat poured down my body under my cotton clothes I thought of the soldiers wearing their layers of clothing, amunitions, gun, canteen, etc. and tried not to complain. Living in this century with airconditioned homes and automobiles certainly has its advantages.
I love to look at old photographs especially of Civil War soldiers and imaging their thoughts, desires, lifes, weakenesses and strengths.
Did You Know?
General George Armstrong Custer, of Little Bighorn fame, received the flag of truce at Appomattox Court House that brought about a cessation of hostilities leading to the surrender meeting between Lee and Grant.
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We love Appomattox! (Although we visited when it wasn't unbearably humid outside, so that helped!) Ironically, it's also where Eli had his first smile as a baby. It must be an inspiring place. :)
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