I saw families in NW NC that moved west right after the Civil War (War of Northern Aggression for those who are still sensitivve) What I also learned was that two brothers fought on opposite sides. You also realize that the economics of the south after the war were not "positive" - to say the least. I do hope that the dogwood is in bloom, it was beautiful when I was there a few "springs" ago. Rolene Kiesling, Groveland, CA