Great Smokey Mountains National Park

Leaving MN, we continued driving east to Great Smokey Mountains National Park. Even though the scenery doesn’t compare to the western Rockies, it was fun taking Mia on a few hikes with us (most National Parks are super anti-dog). That afternoon, we drove straight to Fort Jackson, South Carolina to Visit Sherri’s brother and family. We spent a good couple of weeks there, taking advantage of all the fun things to do on base. Our twin nieces really had fun with Mia. Part of our daily routine was walking the dog together in the mornings (Mia walking them on leash) to a playground for some fun and exercise. They also drove us up to Carowinds theme park. Wow was that a blast- lots rollercoasters and a huge waterpark! It was tough saying goodbye as always, but home called us back again for a little time to ourselves before school starts again. Yes, school season is quickly approaching.

Our first National Park sign photo with Mia

Homesteaders lived in style

Traffic jam scenic drive

So much for sticking your nose out the window

We spotted a Heron from the riverbank

Yay for dog trails!

Classic Smokey Mountain Shot

They go on and on and on

Best cloud shot ever

Why don't you just make yourself at home there Mia