"A Country Christmas" Sparkles in Nashville
Though it's not even quite Thanksgiving, I couldn't help but feel the Christmas spirit last night (Nov. 19) as my husband and I stood outside Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Hotel. We were sipping hot apple cider and waiting anxiously with hundreds of others gathered to witness the ceremonial lighting of more than two million sparkling lights. It was the official kickoff of the hotel's "A Country Christmas," a series of holiday festivities that will take place through January. Even celebrity chef Paula Deen, entertainer Louise Mandrell and Montgomery Gentry's Eddie Montgomery attended the special commencement. Lucky for us, we got a sneak peek of this winter wonderland.
To begin, we bundled up for ICE!, an enclosed display made up of two million pounds of ice all set to the theme of A Charlie Brown Christmas. While I thoroughly enjoyed the slide and looking inside Snoopy's dog house, all made of ice of course, after 20 minutes, my fingers felt numb inside my gloves. To warm things up, we headed over to check out the sizzling moves of the Radio City Rockettes with their high kicks and meticulous routines. What precision and patience! Finally the musical evening came to a compelling close with a powerful dance routine and a live nativity scene complete with camels.
But I have to be honest. I really thought nothing could top last year's festivities starring Louise Mandrell's impressive acrobatics. However, I was pleasantly surprised and would have to call it a draw. I'd still like to see Louise take on the Rockettes because if you haven't seen her, you should. That woman can move.
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hotelmotel says:
In 2010 I hope mainstream country plays more Miley Cryrus records.
Winslow says:
Now that she’s gone they’ll probably will play her more on the radio
Joe says:
Miley is not dead…Her tour bus overturned and killed the driver..Miley was not even on the Bus at the time.
I express my condalences to the drivers family, and those who knew him :(
Kenny says:
She seemed like a nice person and will be missed.
Sunkie says:
The Gaylord sounds like a wonderland within itself. I can see you and your husband sipping cider and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Someday I too hope to see what you have describe with impeccable writing. Thanks
Joe says:
Miley is alive and well
Kate P. says:
I can’t wait to see the Gaylord! We’re coming to see the Rockettes and we’re staying in the complex. Thanks for helping me get even more excited about coming, Whitney! It looks and sounds beautiful!