In My Own Backyard

A couple of weeks ago I got to go to a place that I had never heard of before. Jack, my photo buddy, and I went to see Wilson Gorge. Jack had been there before and thought I should see it. We drove about an hour from Black Mountain, up this country road and came into this gorge that was absolutely beautiful. Wilson Gorge is not far from Linville Falls and Grandfather Mountain. However, I don't know how to get there from there.

It was still winter when we went but I WILL go back. As you drive up the gravel road the flowing creek is on your left with hugh boulders and cascades that seem to run forever. And of course, as you drive out the gorge is on your right. If you get a chance to go to Wilson Gorge, GO, roll down the windows and listen to the creek flow. If it's warm enough, get out of the car and stick your toes in the mountain water. It is a place where after you leave, you will continue to think about Wilson Gorge. And just to think, it's in my own backyard.

Enjoye!

It's Spring

We are only a few minutes into Spring....I hope your Spring is a wonderful one.

One More Time

This past weekend we had 6-7" of snow. The dogs love the snow, as they always do. I think it is beautiful until I have to drive in it. It is supposed to be 65º this weekend. This past weekend it got down to 12º. Needless to say, this is a week of diversity. I guess it is a sign of SPRING.



We said goodbye to February and hello to March, another sign of SPRING.
It's time to work on taxes, another sign of SPRING.
The time changes this weekend, another sign of SPRING.
March Madness basketball is in full swing, another sign of SPRING.



The deer are here again. Yet another sign of SPRING. They are coming out earlier and hanging around to talk to us while we throw them a bite or two of apple. The deer have left their mark in the snow and now it is time to move on. They will soon be having little deer and bringing them around to say hello. Pretty soon the flowers will be pushing their way up through the dirt. And the trees will begin to bloom. Yeah! It's time for SPRING.

Enjoye!

Fly Free My Friend

My neighbor rehabilitates birds and for the past 3 or so years he has been working with Neda, a red-tailed hawk. This past Thursday, after getting her well again, he let her go to fly on her own. She is a very sweet bird and I was able to take a few images before she took her flight. Fly on Neda and I wish for you great adventures.

Enjoye!

In Need of Spring

It is the time of year that we tend to get uncomfortable. It has been cold and is still a bit cold but we are ready for Spring. We know the warmth is right around the corner so now all we need to do is be patient. Well, I'm not too good at being patient so I went to a nearby greenhouse and shot some flowers. Here are a few and I hope you are warm and patient wherever you may be.