Spent the weekend with The King...

Seriously....what is not to love about Elvis? Not only did he CREATE a genre of music all to himself (Elvis cannot be put in any class but his own!), but he single handedly molded and created a CULTURE!

I went to Graceland this weekend with my dad and siblings for a before-school vacation for the kids. We had such a great time and really enjoyed learning more about this amazing man.

This weekend marked the 32nd Anniversary of his death, so many people had come to honor him and show their respects. Flowers and signs overwhelmed his grave in The Meditation Garden. So many people loved this man. Even people who weren't even alive when Elvis was around have developed a connection with him. It was almost surreal...I saw so many people crying and genuinely sorrowful, even after 32 years. There is absolutely something to be said about how peaceful it was there. As cliche as it sounds, it really was as if you could feel him there! I think the old adage "He lives on in the hearts of those who loved him" really does apply here....

So many things stood out about Elvis, aside from his music and cinematic careers. He was generous, giving, and had a compassionate heart. He respected and loved his momma (that tells you something right there!), and was a loving husband and father.

Lets not forget his other attributes! lol Those eyes! The hair! That charm....no wonder the ladies loved him! My husbands grandma went on a double date with Elvis, not that she brags about it - you have to drag it out of her, and has said what a gentleman he was to his date and what a charmer he was! I am very faithful to my husband, mind you....but if Elvis were still around today Adam might have something to worry about! lol

It was great reading the stories, seeing where he lived his life, and of course the photographer in me adored all the pictures documenting his life. Here are a few of my favorites, I hope you enjoy them and think a few good things about "The King" today!