We are in Asheville because my sweet husband is taking me to two quilt shows tomorrow. On our way up here we decided to take a detour and ride up on the Blue Ridge Parkway and head over to Mount Mitchell. The last three times we have been to Asheville the section of the parkway has been closed so we weren't able to get up to the mountain.
We took this short pathway to the top and the weather was delightful. 69* and breezy. As we walked up this path you could smell the pine as from a fresh cut Christmas tree. As we came back down the path we stopped at a bench and just sat to enjoy the pine scent.
As you can see there was lots of beautiful wildflowers and mountains.
This section of the parkway has quite a few tunnels.
When we got into Asheville we stopped at a restaurant called the Early Girl Eatery which was recommended by my son who used to live in Asheville. I had chicken with herb gravy, squash casserole and a broccoli salad. It was delicious.
After eating we did a little window shopping.
This window with all the stars is part of a bead store. My daughter loves to make jewelry so I went in and got her some beads and a seahorse charm.
All the colors of the rainbow just like fabric! And speaking of fabric, tomorrow I will try to show you some quilts from the show. So stay tuned.With Passion,
Carrie P.
Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind. Seneca
Oh its such a pretty part of the country......thanks for sharing the pictures of Mt. Michell I have never gotten there either after several tries.
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Happy sewing and save travels
And to think I live there!!! This part of the state is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the post. I loved the tour.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tour.I have been there and yes its beauitful!!
ReplyDeleteLucky you, a trip and quilt shows all in one! I've never been past Linville - one day I'll make it to Asheville.
ReplyDeleteYour trip sounds like so much fun. Have a great time. Our daughter goes to college in Raleigh but we have never been to Asheville. Maybe we can go there one time when we go to see her. Stephanie
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Thanks for sharing. I have to get out if this concrete jungle.
ReplyDeleteHave fun at the shows. I plan to be there on Saturday and really enjoyed them last year.
ReplyDeleteMy grandma always said "a change is as good as a rest" - she loved to travel around, although she was blind for 20 years! This is a gorgeous part of the country you're in Carrie, I hope you're having a WONDERFUL time! And what a guy, taking you to two quilt shows!
ReplyDeleteoh lucky you, beautiful part of our country and ah yes looking forward to the quilt show pictures!
ReplyDeleteglad your having fun!
Kathie
Beautiful, beautiful pictures...thank you so much for taking us along!
ReplyDeletePretty. I heart mountains. I've been in that very bead store and bought one of those hanging star lights for Daughter Creations. Can't wait for more photos.
ReplyDeleteOh such pretty scenery!! I love the deep woods pine smell too :0)
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That is such pretty scenery Carrie. Thank you for sharing the photos with us. I would have loved to visit that bead store!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to your quilt shows report and photos.
I enjoyed the trip - even from the back seat..LOL
ReplyDeleteThat short pathway actually looks like a wide sidewalk. It must have been quite narrow for a car.
Go ahead and rub it in. 69 degrees! Are you kidding me! We're sweltering here in Okie country. On top of that we took a trip to Houston last weekend and it was 110 when we drove through Dallas. (at least that's what our car said). Glad you're having a good time. Looking forward to seeing the quilt pics.
ReplyDelete2 quilt shows! Your husband is a sweetie! It looks like you're having a lovely trip. I look forward to seeing your quilt show pictures :0)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lucky lady! Such beautiful country and a quilt show too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Hi Carrie, thanks for bringing back some lovely memories of being there quite a few years ago! The Blue Ridge parkway is so beautiful in any season! Can't wait to see the quilt photos!
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Beautiful mountains! Thanks for sharing the pics. I've never been to the Carolinas.
ReplyDeleteI noticed in all the above comments no one mentioned that delicious looking meal..lucky you!!
ReplyDeleteThe picture of the area are nice ...nice mountain shot!!
Have a great weekend!!
Thanks for sharing your trip, the countryside is so gorgeous and your photo's are wonderful. Looking forward to seeing the quilts.
ReplyDeleteLove the Ashville area Carrie! Thanks for bringing us along! I only saw it in spring and fall, so summer photos are awesome.
ReplyDeleteOOO great pictures! I need to visit Ashville, I'm only a few hours away now.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels and enjoy the shows!
It sounds like the perfect weekend! And that chicken looks scrumptious.
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