Last week, I entertained out-of-town guests who were visiting Vicksburg for the first time and was proud to show off my hometown.

My son informed me earlier in the month that he would be coming for a visit and bringing his girlfriend and her parents.

Like the southern woman I like to think I am, when I realized I would be accepting guest, I polished up the silver and baked some pumpkin bread for them.

The plan was for the families to meet, which would be in and of itself a bit overwhelming, but my son also wanted me to assure him that I would make things special for the family, since they had rolled out the red carpet for him when he visited their home on Long Island.

Let me add, that not only did he visit with them at their waterfront property, but they also treated him to a Broadway show and professional basketball game in the Big Apple, and he wanted me to return the favor!

Well, I like to think I did.

Vicksburg is certainly not the metropolitan area New York City is, but we do have a special and unique town, and though my house is not located on the river, it is close enough to get an up close and personal view of the mighty Mississippi.

Upon arriving, everyone hugged like we were old friends, and because it was noon decided to go ahead and leave out for lunch.

My pumpkin bread would have to wait.

It was not hard in deciding where I wanted to take my new friends to lunch, seeing as the views at 10South are spectacular.

The weather was a little chilly, but no worries, the restaurant had hanged clear curtains around the perimeter to help keep the cold air out and the beautiful sights still in view.

Lunch was divine and the fried green tomatoes and crawfish appetizer were a hit with the yankees.

Following lunch we headed down Main Street to check out the art galleries, which I love to frequent even when not showing out for company.

Vicksburg is fortunate to have the caliber artist that live and show their work here in town.

After a quick pit stop inside the Highway 61 Coffeehouse, we headed back to the house.

No doubt, everyone was ready to sink their teeth into my pumpkin bread.

The day flew by and before we knew it we were all saying our goodbyes.

Later that evening I was ruminating with hubby about the day and was wondering if my son had thought I had succeeded in showing the Parkers a good time, and before heading to bed, the phone rang.

It was my son. He said everyone had a lovely time and were all hoping to return soon for a weekend, so they could take in more of our city.

I knew Vicksburg would not disappoint. We have many things to be proud of in this River City including its history, the cuisine and most importantly, its people.

Thanks, Vicksburg, for helping me show my visitors a lovely time, and certainly my pumpkin bread helped out too!