Pigeon Forge, TN
We arrived in Pigeon Forge, TN today for a weekend of visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and relaxing after being on the road for a few weeks. The south is an interesting place, and Pigeon Forge is full of neon lights and things calling our attention to play mini golf, see shows, eat with Elvis and other crazy things. It wouldn't be the place we would choose for a vacation spot, but we are hoping to have a couple days to explore the Smokies which is why we are here.
On Saturday we went into the park and were able to climb to a very pretty waterfall. There were a TON of people, and Jeff was shocked at the number of girls in flip flops climbing up to the waterfall. I tried to explain that most of the "clientele" who were climbing to the waterfall probably weren't people who typically hike in the National Parks, they are just people who are traveling through and just want a taste of the Smokies. lol
We had a picnic on the trail, being careful not to leave even a crumb of food in case the bears were to come follow us and eat us. It was a great time together as a family, and we are so thankful to be out in nature!!
The next day, Sunday, we went to church and enjoyed worshiping with the people of TN. The boys had a nice time in Sunday school, and Sophia did great in the nursery. At the end of the service, one of the little old ladies slipped me a $20 bill and told us to "go have lunch"!! So cute!Unfortunately on Sunday, the weather turned sooo cold that we decided not to head back into the park. I was able to get away for a couple hours and go to Starbucks to just read, and then do a bit of shopping while Jeff had the kids. Great day overall!
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It's so awesome that you all are having a great vacation! I wish I near one of the spots you were visiting. Ronin would like to meet his girlfriend one day :)
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