A Rhode Island Yankee in Eastern KY's Court
Pikeville, Pike County and Eastern Kentucky has been my home now for almost 8 years. In the beginning like all transplants, I was a bit lost and confused. While I am not as lost anymore ( please don't ask me how to get to Banner...I can barely find Allen) I have come up with some observations about this wonderful place.
WHERE DID ERIC C CONN GET THE STATUES OF LIBERTY IN FRONT OF HIS OFFICES?
Firstly, I have no axe to grind about Mr. Conn. He provides a service and has a unique way to get his message out. No I am merely curious about where he got the statues and how he got them. Did he get a catalog and see them in it? Or did he think " These would be cool " and find a company to manufacture them? Love the statues.......
WHY IS THE ALPIKE MOTEL ALL BLACK?
Personally, I love the black look. It really jumps out. It really looks slick. A friend of mine stayed there recently and said it was a great place to spend the night. I am making a note to spend a night in the " Black Motel".
I HOPE SOMEDAY TO MEET BELINDA OF MAGGARDS FURNITURE.
I am a HUGE fan of Belinda of Magards Furniture ( sounds like royalty....Belinda of Maggards ) I loved the interaction on the show they used to do with Randy Jones and the gang.....And besides, Belinda sounds so NICE.... Plus Belinda of Maggards has given us a new word "frufru".
Belinda, Randy and I are going to get "frufru" into the dictionary if its the last thing we do. I hope to meet you someday. I will bring my autograph book.
WHERE OH WHERE DID ALL THE DIRT FROM THE "CUT THRU" GO?
I am in awe of the cut thru. When I first got here, I sort of took it for granted....silly me. But as I began to meet people who had a part in that massive endeavor, I gained an appreciation of just what a marvel it is ! So where did the dirt go?
I DON'T UNDERSTAND THE 99 STEPS AT PIKEVILLE COLLEGE...
You can't miss them across the street from the Pikeville Chamber of Commerce. They are very impressive all 99 of them. I really think they are neat. But I can't figure out why they have 99 not 100. I plan to climb them very soon and will report back on my adventure.
I FINALLY GOT TO EAT AT DAIRY CHEER , HOME OF THE "SMASHBURGER"
I love "the Cheer" and yes, I love the "Smashburger". Dairy Cheer reminds me of places I used to frequent when I was younger. The atmosphere is great and so is the food. Their curly fries are to die for! 5 stars my highest rating!!! You go Cheer....you go.
I AM PLANNING A TRIP TO THE PIKEVILLE AIRPORT....JUST TO SEE IT.
When I was little ( back in the stone age ) my father used to take us to the airport just to watch the planes take off and land. Back then it was a BIG deal. I am still fascinated by airplanes and will report back on my trip to the airport.
THE EASTERN KY EXPO CENTER IF A GREAT PLACE TO GO.
The Expo Center is a great addition to Pikeville and Eastern KY. Its clean and bright, and everyone is friendly. Consider the great performers that have come thru the Expo in its short history. The Expo management has tried to put together programs that appeal across the board to many different tastes. From Kid Rock to Martina Mc Bride to the Circus to Motorcycle Shows and recently...Z Z Top for goodness sakes! If you have never been to the Expo Center, shame on you.....
IF THERE IS A SAM OF "SAMS HOT DOG STAND" I WANT TO MEET HIM
I confess that I am a hotdog-a-holic. I eat hem 3 or 4 times a week at least. And Sam, if you are out there somewhere, give me a call, I am in the book.
HOW DID THE TRAIN CAR IN DOWNTOWN PIKEVILLE GET THERE?
That train car next to the Pikeville Chamber of Commerce is just plain neat! It houses the Pike County Tourist offices and is hard to miss. Where did they get it from?
OK I am done for now. I have stairs to climb, dogs to eat and planes to watch. And to quote my favorite poem of all time: "Miles to go before I sleep".......Later
WHERE DID ERIC C CONN GET THE STATUES OF LIBERTY IN FRONT OF HIS OFFICES?
Firstly, I have no axe to grind about Mr. Conn. He provides a service and has a unique way to get his message out. No I am merely curious about where he got the statues and how he got them. Did he get a catalog and see them in it? Or did he think " These would be cool " and find a company to manufacture them? Love the statues.......
WHY IS THE ALPIKE MOTEL ALL BLACK?
Personally, I love the black look. It really jumps out. It really looks slick. A friend of mine stayed there recently and said it was a great place to spend the night. I am making a note to spend a night in the " Black Motel".
I HOPE SOMEDAY TO MEET BELINDA OF MAGGARDS FURNITURE.
I am a HUGE fan of Belinda of Magards Furniture ( sounds like royalty....Belinda of Maggards ) I loved the interaction on the show they used to do with Randy Jones and the gang.....And besides, Belinda sounds so NICE.... Plus Belinda of Maggards has given us a new word "frufru".
Belinda, Randy and I are going to get "frufru" into the dictionary if its the last thing we do. I hope to meet you someday. I will bring my autograph book.
WHERE OH WHERE DID ALL THE DIRT FROM THE "CUT THRU" GO?
I am in awe of the cut thru. When I first got here, I sort of took it for granted....silly me. But as I began to meet people who had a part in that massive endeavor, I gained an appreciation of just what a marvel it is ! So where did the dirt go?
I DON'T UNDERSTAND THE 99 STEPS AT PIKEVILLE COLLEGE...
You can't miss them across the street from the Pikeville Chamber of Commerce. They are very impressive all 99 of them. I really think they are neat. But I can't figure out why they have 99 not 100. I plan to climb them very soon and will report back on my adventure.
I FINALLY GOT TO EAT AT DAIRY CHEER , HOME OF THE "SMASHBURGER"
I love "the Cheer" and yes, I love the "Smashburger". Dairy Cheer reminds me of places I used to frequent when I was younger. The atmosphere is great and so is the food. Their curly fries are to die for! 5 stars my highest rating!!! You go Cheer....you go.
I AM PLANNING A TRIP TO THE PIKEVILLE AIRPORT....JUST TO SEE IT.
When I was little ( back in the stone age ) my father used to take us to the airport just to watch the planes take off and land. Back then it was a BIG deal. I am still fascinated by airplanes and will report back on my trip to the airport.
THE EASTERN KY EXPO CENTER IF A GREAT PLACE TO GO.
The Expo Center is a great addition to Pikeville and Eastern KY. Its clean and bright, and everyone is friendly. Consider the great performers that have come thru the Expo in its short history. The Expo management has tried to put together programs that appeal across the board to many different tastes. From Kid Rock to Martina Mc Bride to the Circus to Motorcycle Shows and recently...Z Z Top for goodness sakes! If you have never been to the Expo Center, shame on you.....
IF THERE IS A SAM OF "SAMS HOT DOG STAND" I WANT TO MEET HIM
I confess that I am a hotdog-a-holic. I eat hem 3 or 4 times a week at least. And Sam, if you are out there somewhere, give me a call, I am in the book.
HOW DID THE TRAIN CAR IN DOWNTOWN PIKEVILLE GET THERE?
That train car next to the Pikeville Chamber of Commerce is just plain neat! It houses the Pike County Tourist offices and is hard to miss. Where did they get it from?
OK I am done for now. I have stairs to climb, dogs to eat and planes to watch. And to quote my favorite poem of all time: "Miles to go before I sleep".......Later
