Sunday, June 20, 2010

Exploring the area


Went Exploring yesterday. Found a lake area for picnics, camping, boating and such. nice area. Big lake. Watauga Lake is about 20 miles east of us. it was around 98 degrees here and the lake is slightly higher elevation. So, the temp there was closer to 90. The water wasn't really that cold! I'd go again during the week. The weekend was really crowded.

Berry Picking


all along our yard there is a tangle of rose bushes, small trees, large trees, berry bushes and all covered with grape vines. Hidden among the tangled mess are black raspberries. Mmm, we picked enough for two pies the other day. I made one, we ate the rest on cereal and on their own. Taught Roxy how to find them too. She's really good at it now and wants to go over to the lawn edge all the time. lol! We'll do it again in a few more days. there will be more ready soon.

Friday, June 18, 2010

Welcome to Appalachain




Views of the Smokies... our new, old mountains

motels


a week on the road, okay a little less. but a road trip with family and dog. Here our pup Roxy is getting ready for bed. She's a blanket and pillow hog!

Leaving Colorado


The last thing I see... as we leave heading east into Kansas. And no, Kansas is not as flat as most of you think. lots of rolling hills.