tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post5691604387301429319..comments2024-03-18T16:40:12.485-07:00Comments on On the Road Abode: Trading a zip code for a toad: Two Famous Authors and Their HomesJodee Gravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-32914749229383695922016-10-26T06:10:03.135-07:002016-10-26T06:10:03.135-07:00bwahahahaha
His writing does seem like that of a ...bwahahahaha<br /><br />His writing does seem like that of a bachelor, but his family was a huge part of who he was.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-28965209051701290662016-10-26T06:08:11.994-07:002016-10-26T06:08:11.994-07:00It's one of those smaller museums that share m...It's one of those smaller museums that share more information than one can absorb - Twain led an incredible life! The houses are literally yards apart, all on the same block. The surrounding area has suffered over the decades so it's wonderful that they were saved. We continue to see great colors as we move into your home state - very different, but so beautiful.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-25830774648953358792016-10-26T06:04:58.257-07:002016-10-26T06:04:58.257-07:00There are so many of the classics I've never r...There are so many of the classics I've never read, and I have no excuses now, just need to add a few to my Kindle! The impact of some of these writings had such an impact on our history - and the museums like these are wonderful. You'll love them!<br /><br />Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-37294888107397262132016-10-25T20:35:49.618-07:002016-10-25T20:35:49.618-07:00I like Shampoodles, but prefer real ones.
I never...I like Shampoodles, but prefer real ones.<br /><br />I never thought about Clemens having a family. Duh.The Good Luck Duckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08448071993000984393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-38048732988569436042016-10-25T20:02:44.916-07:002016-10-25T20:02:44.916-07:00What a great post, Jodee:) The Clemon's home ...What a great post, Jodee:) The Clemon's home is beautiful. Thanks for sharing so much of the history and the interesting little facts. I really enjoyed reading it. Glad you saved Bill's trunk. There were the coolest looking things. Loved the fireplace story:) <br /><br />How nice to have the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center next door! A great docent can makes all the difference in a tour. I can understand why she feel in love with Tessa:)<br /><br />Boy did you hit the leaves at the right time. What spectacular colors!! Beautiful home!! John and Pam (ohtheplacestheygo.wordpress.com)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10853924678665624403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-11228892360991527822016-10-25T19:39:51.725-07:002016-10-25T19:39:51.725-07:00Literature is a part of history that really never ...Literature is a part of history that really never made an impression on me growing up.But seeing these museums makes me think I should've paid more attention... Someday I'd like to visit historical places such as these. The architecture is gorgeous as well! Rene https://www.blogger.com/profile/12780561678301320661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-28410953253457828862016-10-25T14:16:29.236-07:002016-10-25T14:16:29.236-07:00You two would love both the tours - they were wort...You two would love both the tours - they were worth traversing part of the city for sure. The signage is good so it's easy to get in and out. The campground is fine for a few nights - and the surrounding area is beautiful. Our temps have dropped to the 50s now, chilly!<br />Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-2202453382108188112016-10-25T14:10:59.981-07:002016-10-25T14:10:59.981-07:00We've seen some amazing foliage in New England...We've seen some amazing foliage in New England. There are so many wonderful pieces in both these homes, with great stories.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-62425665417105444152016-10-25T14:08:20.751-07:002016-10-25T14:08:20.751-07:00What an amazing life he lived! I'm so glad I h...What an amazing life he lived! I'm so glad I had the chance to learn more about him.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-34149122093510123862016-10-25T14:06:51.914-07:002016-10-25T14:06:51.914-07:00I was thinking the same thing, that it's unbel...I was thinking the same thing, that it's unbelievable we still have this ignorance among us.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-31752773200383520812016-10-25T14:04:44.407-07:002016-10-25T14:04:44.407-07:00Thanks! It is a beautiful home the family loved ve...Thanks! It is a beautiful home the family loved very much.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-552609644859962152016-10-25T14:03:34.983-07:002016-10-25T14:03:34.983-07:00It was so wonderful to see these two houses togeth...It was so wonderful to see these two houses together.Jodee Gravelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02247098923871155546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-56501055161829422652016-10-25T13:27:21.818-07:002016-10-25T13:27:21.818-07:00Two great tours. Absolutely love the architecture...Two great tours. Absolutely love the architecture of the Twain house and can imagine the inside to be superb.Gaelynhttp://geogypsytraveler.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-71009089250032167932016-10-25T12:08:27.662-07:002016-10-25T12:08:27.662-07:00Another awesome post Jodee. The Clemon's home...Another awesome post Jodee. The Clemon's home is beautiful....love the fireplace story. <br /><br />Amazing fall colors...Joe and Gayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06284391279532727775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-46443974338480526882016-10-25T07:13:59.252-07:002016-10-25T07:13:59.252-07:00The Clemons home is gorgeous!
It is amazing how ...The Clemons home is gorgeous! <br /><br />It is amazing how both of these historical stops deal with things that are STILL issues today, so many years later. How is it possible that America has not gotten beyond racism by now??? Metamorphosis Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07637866156639686101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-63340725277817676962016-10-25T05:49:50.095-07:002016-10-25T05:49:50.095-07:00What a great post Jodee. Love the fireplace story...What a great post Jodee. Love the fireplace story about Twain and the house is gorgeous. Connecticut is the only state on the East Coast, well actually East of the Mississippi where we have not spent a night and you have now given me a reason to go back and do that AND to venture into a city where I almost never go. I'm going back and see where you are staying so I can just do that too. Thanks for all the scouting. Can't believe the temps there in late October. It's only going up to 60 here today.Sherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00328866430156879312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-27529920044388228562016-10-25T03:35:29.257-07:002016-10-25T03:35:29.257-07:00You have some nice Fall photos there and it's ...You have some nice Fall photos there and it's always so interesting to actually see where pages of history have been written. And I enjoy seeing original artifacts such as those trunks etc. It sure sets one's imagination on fire.Al Bossencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04307619781955351484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035932613092671755.post-26670534886692629052016-10-24T19:43:41.841-07:002016-10-24T19:43:41.841-07:00We would love to tour Mark Twain's house. My ...We would love to tour Mark Twain's house. My husband was born and mostly raised in Hannibal so he's quite a fan of anything Mark Twain.Wanderin'https://www.blogger.com/profile/18099094689836499939noreply@blogger.com