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Ginny Neil

Built in Roanoke, Virginia, in the 1950s, the “Queen of Steam” remains one of the nation’s most celebrated steam locomotives.

The Queen Still Reigns

More than 70 years after she first took to the rails, the legendary Norfolk & Western Class J No. 611 continues to inspire both passengers and the volunteers who keep her running.
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Singing in the Garden: The Practically Perfect Pear

“There are only 10 minutes in the life of [the average] pear when it is perfect to eat.” —Abraham Lincoln, amended by Ginny Neil
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Singing in the Garden: Pride Goeth After the Herd

“Cows give milk, but they also provide an excellent source of comedy.” —Unknown
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Singing in the Garden: Now, I Know it All

“The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance; it is the illusion of knowledge.” —Stephen Hawking
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Singing in the Garden: Drip! Drip! Drip!

In winter, unless there’s a blizzard roaring down the chimney and shaking the tin roof, the farm is mostly quiet.
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Even More Sweet Virginia Breezes

Casually cruising to Claytor Lake in southwest Virginia, I felt like I had come home – back to where it

April 12, 2018

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