July 6, Sunday: Went out for breakfast at the famous Loveless Cafe. This cafe has been opened since 1951. There was only one problem everyone else decided to go to the same cafe. It was quite a drive from the campground so we decided to wait the 1 1/2 hours to eat. It definitely was worth the wait. Good food and good service.
In the same area was the Belle Meade Plantation. It was one of the first Thoroughbred horse farms in the area. Our guide made the tour of the house interesting because he gave us some insight of the families living there before, during, and after the Civil War. I am reading a book about a former slave, Dr. William Key, who trained a horse, named Jim Key, to read, spell, make change, and many more things. I know it sounds untrue but it is very true and based in the Nashville area. They even went to the Tennessee Centennial Exposition in 1897 where President McKinley saw him. Anyway, this man Dr. William Key went to Belle Meade to work with some of the trainers there. Many of the things we are seeing are mentioned in the book. Okay, okay maybe more than you wanted to know!!!!!!!!!!
One of the most famous horse from Belle Meade was Iroquois. Apparently, about 90% of the Thoroughbred horses racing today can be traced by DNA back to him. Very impressive!
After walking around the grounds and visiting more out buildings we headed home to walk and feed the dogs.
Tonight we decided to head to 2nd street and hit some nightlife. Went to the Wildhorse Saloon but couldn't get in because Ringo Starr was doing a concert. We did not have tickets but that's okay because really not a fan of his. So we sauntered down to BB King's joint to listen to some rhythm and blues. Got there just as the group was taking a break. Waited and listened to about 1/2 of the next set. Really enjoyed but very very loud. Don't you dare say it...........We are NOT getting too old.
We need to get out of this town too much to do during the day and too much to do at night.
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