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| A unique, teacup chandelier in the gift shop. |
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| This looks like a cannon, but the sign said it was used to put out fires. |
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| The Courting Candle When a suitor came to court the daughter, each was given a special candle twisted to a certain height. The higher the candle, the higher the approval rating by the father. A short candle signified a brief date. |
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| Notice how low the table and chairs are in comparison to our lovely guide. The average height of people in the 1800s was just under 5 feet tall. I mainly took this photo for the red velvet table fan. A slave stood in a corner with a rope and worked the fan while the guests dined. |
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| Imagine the mosquito bites if they didn't use netting around the beds. |
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| The famous Virginia Live Oaks stretching 1/4 mile in front of the home. They are 300 years old; half their lifespan. |
Remembering our veterans today, and the huge sacrifices they and their families make. I honor and salute each and every one. My deepest gratitude goes out to them.
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