Thursday, October 23, 2008

Nashville and Beyond

Don and I decided to take a few days to get away together. Part of our trip was a mission to deliver Nicole and Joe's wedding gifts to them in Nashville which we did Wednesday and then we were on our way looking for adventure. We have been so fortunate during this trip to see exquisite scenery. The leaves are turning colors at many different levels and as you look up each mountain you can't imagine what you see. Blazing red, burnt orange, vibrant yellow and pale yellow. The leaves that have fallen blanket the ground in a bed of orange. We are very fortunate to have had the time to spend together taking this trip. Tomorrow I believe we are off to the Biltmore in North Carolina where the colors are supposed to be spectacular. You know I'll keep you posted.
The beautiful little river that runs through the Smokies.
Visit to Cades Cove...one of many stops along the way.
You know he was going to remember the binoculars!
In the Smokies.
Serene roadway.
On our way to the Smokies and the colors are starting to show!
Joe was so kind during our visit...he truly is a gem. This morning he drove to the I-440 so we could get back on the road without getting lost. Thanks again Joe and Nicole - we loved seeing you both.
Nicole and Joe's beautiful home in Nashville. The front yard is a wide open expanse with beautiful trees - the colors did not even look real.
Don and I in their beautiful backyard.
Up the stairs to the backyard which is covered with orange leaves.
The patio with the beautiful fall leave sprinkled on the bushes.
We made it. Nicole was on call and had to stay at the hospital. Joe picked up dinner and we all ate together in the cafateria. Then we followed Joe to their new home, visited for a while longer and then fell into a deep sleep!
Florida may have Blue Angels at their rest areas but Huntsville has rockets!
Taking a break in northern Alabama
Don and I just prior to leaving Kenner.

No comments: