Today we went hiking in the rain. On purpose. I can’t say that’s something we ever would have done while living in a house. But when it’s been a rough day and there’s a waterfall in the national park 8 minutes away, it was tempting. And you know what, it was perfect and exactly what I needed.
I’m pretty sure this is our 41st National Park or Monument! And the first of five we will visit in the next two months! We always feel a little more alive in a national park, it’s invigorating!
Did you know that Great Smokey Mountains National Park has more visitors per year than any other national park in the US? It’s big! We are focusing on the North Carolina portion this stay with the intention of seeing the Tennessee side during a different stay. The areas we saw today were really beautiful.
Looking for land just like this. Moving water and space to build a cabin. If you ever see land like this for sale, tell me!! Seriously, we regularly scour the internet looking, as do our kids.
Today wasn’t our easiest adventure day. Zachary was in a mood and honestly, just really miserable. We ended up throwing in the towel and decided to head home early. We didn’t get to see and do everything we wanted, but, that’s life with kids on the road. We’ve learned when to push through and when to give up. With the time change we may be able to sneak in a few adventures after work this week. Yay for longer days and more sunshine!!
The difference between raising boys and girls!? 🤷🏼♀️😆 Don’t be fooled, she may not wrestle as often as her brothers do, but when she does, she can take them all. Don’t under estimate her. 💪🏻