Cabin at the base of Serenity Falls, Great Smoky Mountains. November 10, 2008.
Last November Betsy and I spent a couple of days on the eastern side of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. While searching for waterfalls we came across the cabin in the picture above, which is located at the base of Serenity Falls. In November there wasn’t much water going over the falls, but the setting was so nice that we decided we would like to go back when there was more water.
Well, we made reservations a couple of weeks ago and are going back there later today. But then Tuesday night I posted a picture of Betsy in the rain at a waterfall. It started raining early Wednesday morning and has been raining fairly steadily ever since. The weather forecast says that it will rain through Saturday. I might come back home with several more pictures of Betsy in the rain.
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On a more serious note, today is Purple Day, a day to increase awareness of Epilepsy. The writer of one of my favorite blogs, Michele at Rocky Mountain Retreat, has to live with this disease. She recently suffered from a series of seizures which left her hospitalized. Fortunately Michele is doing much better now. Michele is a very talented photographer who posts marvelous pictures on her blog. Stop by her site — you’ll be glad you did.
Tags: Smokies, Tennessee, Waterfalls
Senior Moments 
March 26, 2009 at 5:46 am |
Don’t worry George…. Betsy won’t melt. 🙂 I hope you guys have a great time.
March 26, 2009 at 6:18 am |
This is why I don’t do a lot of sight seeing until summer. It seems that no matter what we plan it rains. I hope the weather man is wrong and the sun shines for you. Have fun and stay dry.
March 26, 2009 at 6:46 am |
What a dear old cabin. I’m so fond of these memories from the past. Sorry to hear about hte wheather. Rain is forecasted here too fro saturday. Now it’s just cold but sunny.
I’m so glad there’s all this support for Michele and her cause. Thanks on her behalf for your kind words. Of course there’s not a bit of flattery there coz it’s the god’s trueth. Every word.
March 26, 2009 at 6:51 am |
George,
I’m sure you guys will have fun no matter what…:)
March 26, 2009 at 8:07 am |
I hope you are not jinxed….perhaps your spot will be dry!!!
Michelle is a fantastic photographer….just amazing.
March 26, 2009 at 8:48 am |
George: I do hope you have a great trip and the weather breaks. We are heading for the same thing only colder.
Thanks so much for mentioning Michele.
March 26, 2009 at 9:31 am |
I hope that Mr.Sun shines on the two of you,at least for a short while.Looking forwardto seeing pictures of your adventure.That cabin looks inviting.
Blessings,Ruth
March 26, 2009 at 9:52 am |
That looks like such a quaint and lovely cabin! I know you 2 will have fun – rain or shine!!
March 26, 2009 at 9:55 am |
Looks like you will have rain the entire time. And temperatures a bit cooler than normal. Hope the cabin has a fireplace. Have fun in spite of the rain.
March 26, 2009 at 12:59 pm |
Hope the rain goes away and you have sunny weather.
Michele’s blog is one of my favorites too. All her photos are awesome. Lets pray there is a cure for epilepsy soon.
March 26, 2009 at 2:17 pm |
On your return I have again something for you in my blog.
March 26, 2009 at 5:50 pm |
Into every life a little rain must fall.
Hope that helps. 🙂 Have fun.
March 26, 2009 at 7:29 pm |
The cabin looks beatiful. Hope you have a good trip and have a chance to do some of your hikes in dry weather. The waterfalls should be running strong, at least.
March 26, 2009 at 8:42 pm |
You are too funny. It may be all your fault. Don’t let the camera get to wet. We will be looking for pics. when you and Betsy get back.
Besides, you have to have water for water falls. Right?
March 26, 2009 at 9:28 pm |
Can I go? That cabin looks wonderful!
March 26, 2009 at 9:39 pm |
Oh, dear….I think you two must be doing rain dances while you view those falls!
March 27, 2009 at 12:56 am |
I am sorry to hear about Michele. This illness is quite challenging!
Wonderful old cabin…..
March 27, 2009 at 3:56 pm |
Well it is Friday afternoon and it is still raining, so I guess you two have been out walking in the rain all week.
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March 27, 2009 at 10:28 pm |
Love that cabin !
Betsy in the rain…. how lovely 😉
March 28, 2009 at 6:55 am |
Great old cabin! I love places like that, and there are many great ones to choose from around the Waynesville – Cherokee area that I love!
Jane
March 28, 2009 at 11:00 am |
I would love to have that cabin for a studio! It looks just perfect.
March 28, 2009 at 2:56 pm |
Oh I hope it stops raining so you 2 can explore the falls – it looks like there’s plenty of water running over those falls now though!
March 29, 2009 at 9:22 am |
Oh dear George, that wet stuff, sorry to hear, hope it hasnt spoiled all your holls.
See our short break in Derbyshire, cold BUT no rain.
March 29, 2009 at 7:56 pm |
Watch out for Betsy, you know she could melt! 🙂
March 29, 2009 at 10:25 pm |
Guess what?! I got to see my grand-daughter again today, twice in one month – I have pics posted on my page – I’m sooo happy!!
March 29, 2009 at 11:42 pm |
Oh George, That is a great cabin. I loved the one we had at Desota State park. I called home and said ” I am not coming home.” They knew better but I loved it.