Fall Break Camping Trip, Part 3: Let's Take a Drive

Fall Creek Falls Camping Trip Part Two: October Gave a Party

Oh, how I love my mountains! Fall Creek Falls State Park is located on the Cumberland Plateau, a southeastern portion of the ancient Appalachians. The fall color hasn't reached its peak on the plateau yet; can you imagine what it will look like in a a few days?

I was reminded of a poem I read many years ago while taking these pictures. It's rather...corny... but it does give you the feel of the colorful leaves, the crisp breeze and change in the air. I especially love it when the wind blows and the leaves swirl about, drifting to the ground, like streamers at a party. 

October gave a party;

The leaves by hundreds came-

The Chestnuts, Oaks and Maples,

And leaves of every name.

The Sunshine spread a carpet,

And everything was grand;

Miss Weather led the dancing,

Professor Wind, the band.

"October's Party"--written by George Cooper

pictures taken by me.

God is so good to give us such beauty. I thank Him for it.

~Shelia~

Fall Break Camping 2011 Part 1: Two Grandparents, Three Children and Two Pugs in an Itty-Bitty Camper

Fall is my favorite season for many reasons. Here's one:

Our grandchildren. Meet Curly Girly and Messy Boy. And Curly Girly's BFF.
Hub and I enjoy their company very much and every year during their Fall Break we take them camping. Fall Creek Falls State Park is our favorite place to go.

Messy Boy can hardly wait to ride his bicycle around the campground when he wakes up. He doesn't even bother to change out of his pajamas!

Meanwhile, in the Itty-Bitty Camper, Curly Girly, BFF and Two Pugs are finding it difficult to awaken.

They are finally persuaded by a cup of hot chocolate. Now you know why we call her Curly Girly.

Curly Girly and BFF have taken over the pancake breakfast. Curly Girly pours while BFF waits with the spatula.

Pancakes and sausages are the perfect camping breakfast.

Especially if you've been riding a bicycle all morning!

May your day be filled with peace, love and joy,

A Very Happy Appalachian Granny