ABOUT ME...
 
Rapidly approaching 50-year-old husband,  father, and Goonie movie fanatic.  Still banging my head to 80s hair metal, but everything hurts more now after a concert. Love exploring the back roads looking for odd roadside attractions.  And finally an aspiring terrible tennis, pickleball, and racquetball player.

Elizabeth Harrison, the Queen of a tribe of Romany Gypsies, whose final resting place is actually in Evansville, Indiana, rather than Tennessee. When she passed away in November 1895, her body was transported to Evansville's Oak Hill Cemetery, where it was kept in a holding vault while her tribe assembled from across the country. On April 1, 1896, her funeral drew an astonishing crowd of over 6,000 curious spectators, making it the largest funeral in the cemetery's history. Locals had spread wild rumors about potential rituals, such as the burning of her colorful wagon, but the service was ultimately quiet and dignified. In 1900, her husband, Isaac Harrison—known as the Gypsy King—was buried beside her. Today, their graves are marked by a tall, impressive granite obelisk, offering a striking monument for those seeking out unique history and legendary figures in the Midwest. Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/shabbytrick?sub_confirmation=1 _____________________ _____________________ You can also find me: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/shabbytrick Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/shabbytrick Webpage: http://www.shabbytrick.com

"Inherited" this cactus from a great-aunt after she had passed, its has struggled the last few years, but repotted it put a better soil mix to it and we got a lot of blooms this year. Only lasts about a day before they close up and start to drop off. Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/shabbytrick?sub_confirmation=1 _____________________ _____________________ You can also find me: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/shabbytrick Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/shabbytrick Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/shabbytrick Webpage: http://www.shabbytrick.com Snapchat: shabbytrick1975

The Geode Grotto in Jasper, Indiana, is a stunning piece of midwestern folk art born out of incredible tragedy and resilience. The sprawling sanctuary was the vision of Father Phillip Ottavi, an Italian immigrant who was orphaned as a four-year-old boy when his parents were killed in the devastating 1908 Messina earthquake. Having been buried alive under the rubble for two days, Father Ottavi ultimately conquered his lifelong fear of stones by using them to build something beautiful. With the help of residents from the local Providence Home, he spent a decade (1960–1970) painstakingly building the grotto out of thousands of locally sourced southern Indiana geodes—rough rocks that crack open to reveal hollow, crystal-filled centers. Modeled after the famous Marian apparition grotto in Lourdes, France, the site features massive cave-like structures, intricately encrusted planters, fountains, and life-sized Carrara marble statues imported directly from Italy. Today, this peaceful yet visually breathtaking crystal-lined sanctuary stands as a testament to healing and devotion, making it a spectacular hidden gem for road trippers and fans of unusual architectural oddities. Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/shabbytrick?sub_confirmation=1 _____________________ _____________________ You can also find me: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/shabbytrick Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/shabbytrick Webpage: http://www.shabbytrick.com

Join me on a trip to Highland Cemetery in Wichita, Kansas, to pay respects to a Hollywood legend, Sidney Toler. Best known for his iconic portrayal of the polite and philosophical detective Charlie Chan, Toler starred in 22 Chan films, bringing the character to life for a generation of moviegoers. Before his detective days, Sidney Toler was a successful playwright and stage actor, but it is his role as the sharp-witted investigator that cemented his legacy. In this video, we visit his final resting place, a humble family plot where he is buried alongside his parents, including his father Hooper G. Toler. We’ll explore the history of his career, his transition from Broadway to Hollywood, and the story behind the man who solved some of cinema's greatest mysteries. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more famous grave visits! #SidneyToler #CharlieChan #HighlandCemetery #FamousGraves #WichitaKS #HollywoodHistory #ClassicMovies #GraveHunter #CemeteryVlog

Tommy "Porkchop" Markham (1941–1993) left an indelible mark on country music history as the dedicated drummer for legend Conway Twitty for over three decades. Born in Conway, Arkansas, Markham left teacher's college in 1962 to join the "Twitty Birds," where he became the rhythmic backbone of the band and played on massive studio hits like the 1974 number-one single "I See the Want To in Your Eyes." Beyond keeping the beat, his creative contributions extended to songwriting—co-penning tracks like "Before Your Time" for Twitty and Loretta Lynn—and even stepping up to the mic to sing on The Conway Twitty Show album. Passing away at just 52 in Davidson County, Tennessee, from diabetes complications, Porkchop's legacy remains a fascinating, albeit quieter, piece of music history for anyone exploring the stories behind the legends resting in country music's heartland. Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/shabbytrick?sub_confirmation=1 _____________________ _____________________ You can also find me: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/shabbytrick Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/shabbytrick Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/shabbytrick Webpage: http://www.shabbytrick.com Snapchat: shabbytrick1975

Saying goodbye to Mittens my loyal friend for 18 years.

The Turning Angel of Natchez is a hauntingly beautiful monument located in the historic Natchez City Cemetery in Mississippi, steeped in both local tragedy and eerie legend. Erected following the devastating Natchez Drug Company explosion of 1908, the statue was purchased by the company's devastated owner to commemorate the lives of five young female employees who perished in the disaster. However, it is the monument's ghostly optical illusion that draws modern road-trippers and cemetery explorers to the site. Thanks to its specific placement near Cemetery Road, the headlights of passing cars sweep across the stone figure at night, creating the unsettling illusion that the angel is physically turning her head to watch you drive by. This mesmerizing blend of sorrowful history and local folklore makes it a must-see for anyone exploring Southern oddities. Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/shabbytrick?sub_confirmation=1 _____________________ _____________________ You can also find me: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/shabbytrick Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/shabbytrick Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/shabbytrick Webpage: http://www.shabbytrick.com Snapchat: shabbytrick1975