We were on our way North and stayed overnight in Nashville. We had breakfast with Mitch’s cousin, L. Russell Brown, a successful songwriter (of Tie A Yellow Ribbon fame). It was raining so we wanted to be indoors as much as possible.Since we have never been there,  Larry suggested Opryland and the Grand Ole Opry. We did both. No pictures from the fabulous indoor gardens in Opryland (sorry). Trust us, they are impressive. Then on to the Grand Ole Opry, where we do have pictures.

It was not sold out but there sure were a lot of people there. The show starts with commercial messages.

In case you haven’t noticed. Dollar General is EVERYWHERE!

The audience got themselves ready.

The show started introducing some up and comers. It is basically a variety show and no one stays on stage very long.

Jeannie Seely was very good, taking command of the stage.

Every so often there is audience participation with such things as ring toss.

Jesse McReynolds on the mandolin came with a group including his grandson. They were  terrific. He has been playing the Opry since 1964.

Scott McCrreery: The start of the Parade of the Pretty Boys.

 

Headliner Larry Gatlin

After the show we made our way back to the RV park. It was starting to get cold and we decided to head home as quickly as possible.