Busted Brackets

ESPN is reporting that out of over 11 million brackets submitted in their online challenge only 612 picked the final four correctly.  I have to admit it, I'm still struggling just a bit that 612 people actually picked UConn and Kentucky to make it to the Final Four.  Picking one of the two, I think I could deal with, but to still have 612 people pick both of them!  Hopefully this little tidbit will help you ease your mind on your bracket picks and you can sleep better.  As for me, it's another night with unisom and that pesky 20/20 hindsight!

Ashley Judd discovers link to Saltville

Who do you think you are? profiled Ashley Judd on April 8, 2011 and she discovered that one of her ancestors fought in the Battle of Saltville during the Civil War.

Jefferson's Poplar Forest

If you are a fan of history, architecture or Thomas Jefferson, I encourage you to plan a visit to Poplar Forest.  This was Thomas Jefferson's retreat home and it is a beautiful home.

Here is an excerpt from a term paper I wrote on Jefferson's architecture while at King College:  
At Poplar Forest, a sense of total relaxation lingers in the air.  There is no worry of interruptions or constant care-taking of the grounds.

I've added some photos from my recent visit there.

How?

Here are a couple of links on finding out how to do something or how something works.

eHow and How Stuff Works.

Ansel Adams lost photos

Experts: Ansel Adams photos found at garage sale worth $200 million.

Saltville sign near 10 second mark

Reagan quote on government and economy

Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it. - Ronald Reagan