Teeing Off
Memphis builder Reggie Garner selects a prime spot for his custom French country home.
Text Laura Blanton
Photography Chip Pankey

The Loose Moose Lodge
A beautiful, unique log home on a Lookout Mountain golf course provides solace for its nature-loving owners.
Text Chris McCoy and Laura Blanton
Photography Chip Pankey

Growing: Fragrant Attractions
Spice up your garden with scents of all descriptions.
Text Suzanne I. Askew
Illustration Matthew Lunn

Arts: Music is in the Air
From bluegrass to country to rock'n'roll, Tennessee's summer music festivals have the tunes for you.
Text Laura Blanton
Photography courtesy Bluegrass in the Smokies, Main Street Jazzfest, Memphis in May International Festival and Riverbend Festival

At Home with Eric Jackson
The World Champion of freestyle kayaking settles down in Rock Island.
Text Chris McCoy
Photography Jackson Kayaks

Destinations: The Royal Retreat-ment
Treat your mother to a relaxing getaway at one of these fine Tennessee spas.
Text Kay Thompson Lee
Photography courtesy Gould's Day Spa, Relache Spa, Tennessee Fitness Spa, The Chattanoogan Spa and The Lodge at Buckberry Creek

Architecture: The Thunder Rolls
One Chattanooga developer is transforming a golf course development near Knoxville.
Text Catherine Darnell
Photography courtesy Tennessee National

Design: Recreation Reconsidered
Today's homeowners are transforming the meaning of "rec room."
Text Laura Blanton
Photography Chip Pankey

Community: The First Tee
A national organization helps teach kids positive values through golf.
Text Chris McCoy
Photography courtesy The First Tee

Quarterly Katrina Update: Rebuilding the Gulf Coast
Three Mississippians pick up the pieces after Hurrican Katrina devastated their communities.
Text Chris McCoy
Photography courtsey FEME/Illinoisphoto.com

Gatherings: Icing on the Cake
Friends and family from around the state get this bachelorette ready for her wedding with a delightful outdoor brunch.
Text Susannah Reese
Photography Chip Pankey

Publisher's Note: Fore!

Style: Mod in May
This month it's time to celebrate warm weather recreation.

Wine Watch: Grapes for the Greens
Golfers-turned-vinters produce some noteworthy bottles.
Text Marian Jansen Op De Haar, director of wine for Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar

Fashion: To Top it Off
Summer's best outfits will only be complete with these must-have hats and handbags - the ultimate accessories to take any outfit from plain to swank!
Photography Chip Pankey

Beauty: Hydration Help
Protect your hair and skin from drying out this summer.
Text Susannah Reese

Health: Basic Training
Cardiovascular exercise gets to the heart of fitness.
Text Karen Ott Mayer

Finance: Financial Self-Defense
Learn the most common investment scams and how to avoid them.
Text Nancy Coe

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Happenings

Weddings
Mr. and Mrs. Kunal and Manisha Birla Chopra
Mr. and Mrs. Davey and Julie Forsberg Mallett
Mr. and Mrs. Eric and Emily Strader Pohlman
Mr. and Mrs. Greg and Leslie Blalack Sprenkel
Mr. and Mrs. Chris and Erin Omar Rice