Travel

07 Oct

Beds, Breakfasts and Improvised Music

Jessica Boykin-Settles0 CommentsConcerts, TravelBaltimore, MD, Michael Formanek, Rachael's Dowry, Windup Space

Hi All, The hubby and I are just back from a fantastic weekend in Baltimore, MD. We went up to hear bassist Michael Formanek's ensemble perform at the very funky, very hip Windup Space on W. North Avenue. My husband surprised me with an overnight stay in THE most beautiful and welcoming bed and breakfast. It's called Rachael's Dowry and is owned and operated by the most adorable brother and sister team ever! Norman and Tish have this thing on lock! The house is gorgeous, the food is amazing and the ambience is very relaxed. There are many delicate things around the…

21 Mar

Spring Break in High Point, NC

Jessica Boykin-Settles5 CommentsResearch, Travel, UncategorizedBenny Golson, High Point, High Point museum, J. H. Adams Inn, John Coltrane, John Coltrane house, Kepley's Bar-B-Q, NC, Reggie Workman, Southern Roots restaurant, statue

Hello readers! I am so excited that I am fulfilling one of my New Year's resolutions...to become a blogger! I thought I would use our trip to High Point, NC as a starting point for my blog. I know that some of your are probably thinking: "High Point, NC? What kind of a place is that to go on spring break?" The funny thing is, that is what the locals were also asking us! The reason for this particular location is that High Point is where our beloved John Coltrane grew up. Now believe me, I can't say that I…