Glen and Lori joined us for three days over the Labor Day Weekend and we had a great time with them.  We visited the Carnton Plantation, which is located in Franklin just outside of Nashville.  One of the major battles of the Civil War was fought here involving about 19,000 soldiers from both sides.  About 4000 died and another 5000 were wounded.

This stately home was built by some wealthy farmers prior to the war.  It became a field hospital for the confederate soldiers who were wounded in the battle.  By the end of the battle, every available space was filled with wounded soldiers.  Some of the upstairs rooms were used as operating rooms and the blood stains are still evident in the floor.  It was a very interesting site but also quite sobering as we listened to the tour guide and realized what happened here.

We also visited the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.  Being a holiday, there was no show but we did get to see the building and take some pictures.

We also visited the Lincoln Birthplace monument in nearby Elizabethtown on a pretty sunny day.  Sister Peterson loved visiting this site and was grateful she could return for a second visit.

When we visited here before, the museum was closed.  This time we were able to enjoy the museum and see all the pictures and artifacts gathered about Lincoln.  We were also able to pose as the famous couple.

In our travels with Glen and Lori, we came across this little post office in Quality, Kentucky flying both the Confederate flag and the American flag.  This post office was retired in the late 90's and was bought by a fellow who lives there on weekends and is restoring it.  Quality is in the very corner of Butler County, about as far from Morgantown as you can get and still be in the county.  We actually have a member that lives nearby that we visit regularly.  All in all it was a fun weekend and a little break from missionary work.
Elder and Sister Peterson  (Remember - Count your blessings, not your troubles.)