My Virginia

Loudoun County situated at the Northern tip of Virginia, has been almost fully engulfed by the premises of Washington, D.C. However, there still remains pockets of its "Old South" history- and rolling hills, and beautiful landscapes, and "hunt country" towns, still dominate the area. I grew up in Loudoun County, and being so close to the DC suburban region, was mostly unaware that all these beautiful Manor homes still existed. I was aware of Oatlands, near where I went to church, and a few other places, but that was about it. I have over time, discovered a treasure trove of these wonderful places. Granted, its just a smattering, but I am truly grateful these old Plantations have been preserved and restored to their former glory. For many in search of the Old South, Loudoun County, is truly the gateway. Loudoun County is the Northern Edge of Virginia, and the Northern edge of Dixie, but it has some of the most quintessentially Southern homes one could ever find to...

INTRODUCTION: My Virginia. The Oldest state in Dixie. The true Gateway to the South. Virginia is situated at the very Southern tip of the Mid-Atlantic region. However, it is culturally, historically, econonmically, and temperately, a Southern state. Perhaps the most coveted of all Southern states. The Deep South envies Virginia. Our fine old families, and genteel way of living, that many try to emulate. Yet it also welcomes Virginia to her bosom as well. Virginia is the mother of presidents. Home to Patsy Cline, Robert E. Lee, JEB Stuart, The Carter Family, and many more. Virginia, (Not Tennessee), is also the birthplace of Country Music. Virginia to me is graceful, endearing, and full of wonder. On the 8th day God created Virginia- and He discovered Paradise! I am proud to be a Virginian. I realize so much that the state I call home, is a state of flux. Virginia is changing. And not necessarily for the good. Northern Virginia- an area once full of Southern charm, now belongs to Washin...