I literally felt like I walked onto a movie set when I stepped foot onto the grounds of Fly General Store today... possibly from the flick Sweet Home Alabama with a dash of The History Channel's American Pickers?
You can't help but smile when you meet the owner Mr. Fly as he is kind yet chalk full of personality. Sure, I couldn't understand half of what he was saying as his twang and tone were a bit tough to decipher but boy did he know how to charm everyone!
His general store is stocked full of a vast assortment of items from touristy kites and Fly tee-shirts to fishing lure or nuts and bolts. Throw in some penny candy, groceries, and a whole lot of other things and you have a unique place to tempt your curiosity.
Mr. Fly mentioned that in addition to hosting the Gran Fondo bike race that I attended today, many other events host on his grounds including garage sales, markets, and musical showcases.
An attached antique store and Mr. Fly's personal residence fill out the rest of his grounds.
I don't know much about Fly, TN except that it's gorgeous and about an hour from my home but I am certain that Fly's General Store and Mr. Fly are a charming experience that everyone should have! read more