It took Wendy Whittaker five years to compile enough stories from people that had gone fly fishing in GA. Her husband being the son of a travel director that dealt with the region, she would often hear stories about fly fishing, though neither she nor anyone in her immediate family did that. The legend of the Toccoa Monster didn’t appear in any history books, nor in any official news source. The tale had apparently been told by a Georgia fly fishing guide, but nobody knew where his story originated from. There were quite a few people out there that have heard his story, and perhaps some of them believe it.

This legend, as legends typically are, passed on through conversation as well as perceived as a possibility of existing in reality. Although Wendy or Val, the travel director, didn’t see it as a real threat, it was interesting. The story went like this. The monster, with 3 eyes and a tail that protruded from the back of its head, would catch fish and hold them to the fishing lines. That is how it would attack people on a trout fishing trip, but it wouldn’t kill anybody. It had a taste for wood and would eat the boats, leaving the people stuck in the cold water.

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I wanted to point out to anyone who may be planning a trip to the good state of Florida that you can get some pretty great discounts when you get your rental car Orlando located. Even if you will be just outside of this region, even as far away as Coco Beach, you may do very well to get your vehicle booked through the Orlando airport car rental, especially if this is where you will be coming off your plane. The reason for this is that there is just so much great pricing here that you should not look elsewhere!

For example, for our need in a car rental, Orlando was just far cheaper to get even though we were staying a few miles outside of the city. There is a lot of competition in this region which really has helped to make sure that people get what they need, especially with the large amount of traffic coming into the city for the amusement parks. For anyone that may be coming down, the only way to really save money (and time) is to book your trip online. You can find just about all that you need online and you will save a great deal of money this way.

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There are many reasons to install a flow controller.  The main of course is to regulate the water pressure that you have coming into your home.  It can also be useful if you are in the position of running an apartment complex and want to make sure that all of your tenants are receiving adequate pressure.  You can do this with the use of an ultrasonic flow meter.  This little device will allow you to insure that there is the right amount of pressure going to all of the units in your complex as well as to allow you to monitor the amount of water that is in use by each tenant.  This will help you to determine if you need to increase the rent or if you will need to stop paying for the water yourself and have separate bills for each unit. 

With a simple flow meter you will be able to see how much is being used as well as be able to determine how efficient your water flow system is.  This little gadget can provide you with a multitude of information and allow you to make informed decisions on what will work best for you and your investment.

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It is my first thanksgiving out here in Cali, and to be honest, I’ve been a little bit down about it, because honestly, I didn’t think that thanksgiving could really be festive without changing leaves and the threat of snow and lots of corduroy and fleece.  But now I’m starting to get excited. 

Charlie and I talked about it, and we’re going to invite everyone over for an outdoor thanksgiving.  We have a massive outside kitchen adjacent to a massive patio with three outdoor fireplaces and a pathway of inlaid gas fires so that the walk to the garden is lit by a tiny row of flames.  There’s a gas grill island and a huge seating arrangement, all surrounded and incorporated with flowers and trees and nature and warmth. 

I think this is the perfect time to start my own new traditions in my own house with my new family.  I love the idea of having the whole festivity outside, almost like the pilgrims themselves, despite the warm weather.  It just seems like the whole thing will seem natural, organic, and effortlessly beautiful, even if it’s not the norm.  Who ever said it was a terrible thing to be different?

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Whatever type of vacationer you are, New England bed and breakfasts offer flavors for all kinds of getaway tastes under the sunny New England sky.

The Adventurer: Skiing, hiking, dog sled expeditions, biking, fishing, camping-you name it, Vermont’s got it! If you choose to stay at one of the unique Vermont bed and breakfasts in areas like Stow, Ludlow, or Arlington, get ready for an adrenaline-filled vacation odyssey!

The History Buff: If you are an American history lover, what better place to visit then where it all began? Many Massachusetts inns, located in cities like, Boston, Williamstown and Plymouth, present beautiful and cozy lodgings while offering the history coinsurer days of touring locations rich in American culture and history.

The Romantic: Watch the autumn leaves fall from the trees in brilliant colors of red, orange and yellow. Or in the wintertime, snuggle by the warm fire while the snowflakes fall from the bright, blue sky. When it comes to romance, a bed and breakfast in Rhode Island cannot be beat. Places like Block Island (aka Bermuda of the North), Wickford and Bristol will have your significant other reciting poetry over a sunset dinner.

See what New England B&Bs have in store for you!

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