Fall Break

Tommy had today off, Carson had today off- so we figured this was a close as we were going to get to a "Fall Break" and we pulled Tyler out of school to spend the day hiking in the Blue Ridge Parkway. It took a long time to hike to one of the top 10 highest points in the United States, especially with Ella riding on Tommy's back.

Since it has been raining the past few days, we soon discovered why the trail is called "WaterRock". It was literally where hikers used to go to get water because when it rains, the rocks turn into a mile long stream. Did this turn us away? Nope.

We landed at the top and it was well worth it- simple breathtaking. And after returning to the bottom we headed towards Maggie Valley for lunch. Tommy suggested we cap off the day by visiting Barber's Apple Orchard for a treat. No one objected and soon we were headed home eating apple caramel cookies, turnovers and cinnamon cider donuts.

We decided to let the kids skip nap on this very special day and just go to bed early- I am thinking 6:45pm...

Great fall afternoon spent with family on fall activities.