The Lisa Marie

Memphis to Natchez

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February 6th 2007
Here are the things I've noticed about US motels. The bigger the 'WIRELESS INTERNET' signs, the less likely it is to actually work; there are any number of tiny towels for about 8 different purposes, but only ever 2 bath towels, even when you specifically ask for 3; if it isn't dusted with sugar, soaked in syrup or sprinkled with cinnamon, it has no place in a continental breakfast; and no one ev ... read more

North America » United States » Mississippi

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more