If you're ever in the need for inspiration I recommend visiting a cemetery. It will put life in a new perspective.



During the past week in Georgia I enjoyed shows in East Point, Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, & Savannah... plus 80-degree weather, time with friends and family, and many beautiful cemeteries.



Atlanta's Oakland Cemetery (right by Ria's Bluebird - great brunch with veg options) is home to many elegant tombs and lush floral landscapes.



I enjoyed strolling through the markers and contemplating what makes that grass so green...



There is a large section dedicated to Confederate soldiers...





The backdrop of the Atlanta skyline compliments the tombs... which offers an interesting insight into city life.







I took my legs for a walk at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield, which felt phenomenal after over 6000 miles of sitting behind the driver's wheel.



Back in Missouri a fan recommended I read Southern Storm, a fantastic account of Sherman's "march to the sea." Reading about the occupation of Atlanta while overlooking the battlefield definitely left an impression...





Then in Macon I visited the ancient Ocmulgee mounds...







... before going to visit Duane Allman.









Savannah has a spooky vibe about it, and after walking around in a light rain I spent the afternoon reading in an old Revolutionary War cemetery.





Then I spent a couple days hanging out with my cousin in Charleston. It was heaven.



We walked around downtown, through the Circular Church Cemetery...



and I was very happy to see the ocean after weeks of being landlocked.



Some final thoughts: