Today we came through Knoxville TN. (not bad) and then through Pigeon Forge to Gatlainburg (BIG MISTAKE!) A gazillion people, cars, traffic lights , narrow streets, like a gigantic carnival that stretched for miles and miles. aaaargggh. I thought Paul's mirrors were going to hit someone in the head. No kidding. It took us at least two hours to cover that cussed route. Paul was in a foul mood after all that stressful driving.
Finally made it to Smoky Mountain National Park. What a relief! It's pretty today, misty and blue. I have always loved this area. So surreal and awe inspiring. The dogwoods and redbuds are in bloom.
Strange thing: the Blue Ridge Parkway (0ver 450 miles) had a closed sign on it. hmmmm...thought we'd go as far as we could. We are in about 100 miles now and still no closure. It's fantastic, we have it all to ourselves.
We are now parked at a parking area at the top of an incredible overlook, and plan to spend the night here. Took the dogs for a long glorious walk into the misty hills. They are exhausted but so happy. I even made Breezey walk for a half mile or so, lol.
Life is good!!
1 comment:
Bella and Annie on the stonewall has given me an anxiety attack!!!!!
This adventure has been so exciting to share with you,Paul & the kids. You couldn't have chosen a better winter to take this vacation.
It will be nice to see all of you...Paul too.LMAO!
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