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Scenic Sunday 106: Newfound Gap

Betsy at Newfound Gap, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee. May 19, 2001.

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The main road across the Smokies between Gatlinburg, Tennessee and Cherokee, Noth Carolina, runs through Newfound Gap.  You can see the road in the background of the picture above.  The road contains many overlooks which offer spectacular views of the mountains and valleys.

I took this picture in May of 2001, before Betsy and I were married.  I realize I’m prejudiced, but I think the most spectacular sight in this scene is sitting on the rock in the foreground.

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14 Responses to “Scenic Sunday 106: Newfound Gap”

  1. Mildred's avatar Mildred Says:
    July 25, 2010 at 8:04 pm | Reply

    I have to agree George; Betsy looks absolutely radiant in this photo! What beautiful scenery but when I see the squiggly road all I can think is “car sick!” It’s always fun to see the many places you two have traveled. I remember visiting Cherokee when I was a child.

  2. Ginny Hartzler's avatar Ginny Hartzler Says:
    July 25, 2010 at 8:31 pm | Reply

    You’re right, Betsy is a happier sight than the mountains in this picture!

  3. Ruth Hiebrt's avatar Ruth Hiebrt Says:
    July 25, 2010 at 9:16 pm | Reply

    Yes,you captured a beautiful sight,and a beautiful heart.
    Blessings,Ruth

  4. Hilda's avatar Hilda Says:
    July 25, 2010 at 10:07 pm | Reply

    Sweet. This just made me smile. You and Betsy are so lucky to have found each other.

  5. Karin's avatar Karin Says:
    July 25, 2010 at 10:32 pm | Reply

    You two are such a happy couple and a joy to behold! Yes, Betsy outshines the mountains by far!! What a blessing you both are!

  6. Susie's avatar Susie Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 7:37 am | Reply

    George you say the sweetest things! That Betsy is one lucky girl!

    Newfound gap is a beautiful area. I wonder how hot it is there today?!?!?

  7. Sandra's avatar Sandra Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 7:50 am | Reply

    scenic sunny betsy, what could be better.

  8. Regina's avatar Regina Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 8:56 am | Reply

    Beautiful Betsy.
    Great capture George.

  9. Kathy Ariano's avatar Kathy Ariano Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 9:08 am | Reply

    So sweet! Betsy is so lovely!!! (And the view behind her isn’t shabby, either!)

  10. Judy's avatar Judy Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 9:19 am | Reply

    When so many people are finding fault with their spouses these days, it is refreshing to find someone so in love!

  11. Rose's avatar Rose Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 9:33 am | Reply

    Well, George, her smile would light up a room…but I also love that scene behind her.

  12. MaryBeth's avatar MaryBeth Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 10:10 am | Reply

    Ah George you are such a romantic—-and you are right. MB

  13. imac's avatar imac Says:
    July 26, 2010 at 5:20 pm | Reply

    Ah “true love ” George.

  14. Fishing Guy's avatar Fishing Guy Says:
    July 27, 2010 at 1:00 pm | Reply

    George: I’ve been there and it is so neat to stop at an overlook.

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