Tuesday, May 24, 2011

ABC Wednesday: S is for Scenic


Sometimes slipping away for a scenic road trip is soothing for the soul.
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I am not sure if the men were soldering the train tracks but let me pretend they are.
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I surely do like the scenery in the mountains. My heart soars and my spirit sings.
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I used to love to stride and hop across stones in creeks and rivers but even in warmer weather I don't risk that at this point in my life.
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I am able to take a lot of steps to reach a particular view, although much more slowly than in years past. The photograph below only shows about 20 percent of the steps we took on this one path. I'm actually more secure on paths with steps than the trickier trails I used to hike on. Some of the other trails on this trip winded through the forest on overgrown dirt, rocks, and root paths which aesthetically I prefer but requires more caution not to slip. I only had one sticky moment where a root tried to trip me but I managed not to fall. Actually Bill steadied me which helped.
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If your brakes start slipping it's nice to have a steep incline for runaway trucks. I suppose runaway cars can use it too.
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20 comments:

  1. Cezar and LéiaMay 24, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    wow your new header is magnificent!
    I love a lot this scenic post, all pictures are very interesting!
    Léia

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  2. Judy May 24, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Beautiful photos! I sure loved driving through that area, it's so beautiful.

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  3. Sylvia KMay 24, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Gorgeous captures, Carver! Looks like a fantastic trip and so much beauty! Thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful day!

    Sylvia
    ABC Team

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  4. VioletSkyMay 24, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    these green mountains are certainly very scenic!

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  5. MerylMay 24, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Great shots! I can almost feel like I'm there.

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  6. Roger Owen GreenMay 24, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    stellar scenery but steep and scary stairs
    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  7. Paula Scott Molokai Girl StudioMay 24, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I'll pretend with you that they are soldering! What beautiful scenery...nice to be able to take such glorious trips from my chair!

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  8. Reader WilMay 24, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Mountains and high hills is what we miss in the Netherlands. I like seeing your photos very much.

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  9. Kay L. DaviesMay 24, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Several scenic shots for S day, Carver, and all wonderful, including the men "soldering" the tracks!
    — K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  10. anthonynorthMay 24, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Beautiful photos.

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  11. MaryhocamMay 24, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Stupendous photos!

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  12. AndyMay 24, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    I'd hate to fall down those stars. Looks like a great place to explore.

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  13. HildredMay 24, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Gorgeous greenery - I think I would forego the steps though.

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  14. Tumblewords:May 24, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Gorgeous greens and scenery to die for - spectacular!

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  15. KarenMay 24, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Amazing scenery!

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  16. IndraniMay 25, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    I would like to travel the side road to right. Nice pics.

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  17. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪May 25, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    I like those steps, keeps me from sliding, which is often the case, and your shoes dry too.

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  18. Greensboro Daily PhotoMay 25, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Would love to go three! Great views. Where were they taken?

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  19. janeMay 26, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    What beautiful scenery - I love those mountains

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  20. Leslie:May 27, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    Gorgeous views and what a staircase! Glad you didn't slip and fall. :D

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