Hikes in the parks

Marcella Vivrette Smith Park has become my favourite hiking spot. There are several different trails, challenging gradient, plenty of wildlife (I saw a deer scampering through the forest last week) and great views. Needless to say my amateur photography doesn't do the place justice...

Autumn? Fall? It's all fun, y'all...

The months of September and October saw a (slight) drop in temperatures in the Southern state of Tennessee, which meant we were able to explore more of the abundant parks it has to offer. We also took a trip to the Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, where we enjoyed the pumpkin house, beer garden with live Bluegrass music and a stately home to explore.

October 21st saw the Nashville Symphony open its doors for a free day of music. Ananya loved spending time in the Musical Petting Zoo, and we were all entranced by the symphony hall, musicians and particularly rousing performance of Elgar's Nimrod.

Instrument petting zoo at the Nashville Symphony's Free Music Day. 

The Nashville Symphony Orchestra

We were all ears

Cheekwood Estate

The Cheekwood Estate's annual Pumpkin House

Inside the stately home

Exploring the estate's grounds