We wanted to see some GREAT fall colors to finish the year.
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SO >>>>> Back to the Smokies for some fall colors.
The Smokies haven't gotten the rain needed to ensure moisture in the leaves for good color change and the temps have been in the 70-80's. So, many leaves are heat burnt brown. Along the rivers and creeks the trees have fair colors, but the temps are still to high for good colors. We are not happy!! :-(
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Wed, went to Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster for a ride. Haven't rode a coaster of any kind since I was 14-15 years old. At 66 wasn't sure if coaster riding was a smart thing for me to do. Had planned to ride and still planning to ride the coasters at Dollywood.
Coaster ride NO PROBLEM!!!!
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Gena and I took a drive Thursday into the Smokies planning to go into North Carolina to some overlooks on the south side of the mountains.
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After we got back from our Smokies visit, Clif and Joy joined us to go to the Island in Pigeon Forge to ride da' Wheel and watch the water fountain show.
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Surprised Gena with a run to west TN to be with her youngest daughters and hers birthday, they are just a few days apart. Great weekend!!!
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Left 5:15am CST Monday, home 6:30pm EST.
Long drive, our bed, our pillows, our pets. Priceless!!!
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Looking to our next visit to west TN and east TN!!!!
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