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The CMT Awards kick up the country in Austin

New Year fireworks over the Broadway Street outdoor stage, from the Hard Rock.

Photo by Kevin Benz
The Hermitage, home of President Andrew Jackson.

Photo by Olga Campos
The author with daughter Allegra at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Photo by Olga Campos
Riders in the Sky playing The Grand Ole Opry at "The Mother church of Countrymusic," Ryman Auditorium.

Photo by Kevin Benz
Cooking our own pancakes and eggs at The Pfunky Griddle. Breakfast with theauthor's daughter Allegra (l) and wife Olga Campos (r).

Photo by Kevin Benz
Happy Holidays from Margaritaville Nashville.