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Friday, August 17, 2012

Great Smoky Mountain Memories

Maggie Valley NC
When I saw this photo at Betsy's Joyful Reflections blog....
it reminded me of where I grew up.

Dad would drive us (Mom and his 5 daughters) up to the Great Smoky Mountains every year.

Nowadays Dad sleeps a lot....
He is so sick with COPD and TIA strokes.

I feel foggy like this beautiful photo...
Please keep us in your prayers 
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34 comments:

  1. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmAugust 17, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    Happy memories. Thinking of you and your Dad.

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  2. BirdieAugust 17, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    I understand the fogginess. When my mom was sick it seemed so surreal. My guiding light was being extinguished.
    Thinking of you and your family. Sending love.

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  3. KarenAugust 17, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers...

    I grew up going to the Smoky Mountains, too...still one of my favorite places...

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  4. GailAugust 17, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Hi - beautiful picture - smoky and peaceful, serene. Holding you and your Dad in prayer and light.
    Love Gail
    peace......

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  5. MuffieAugust 17, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Prayers for your dad! It's so difficult to watch our parents age.
    Lovely photo of the mtns.

    Peace,
    Muff

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  6. Eat To LiveAugust 17, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    So thats why they call them the Smoky Mountains. It looks like smoke.....

    I am hoping and praying that your Dad gets to feeling better soon.

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  7. UnknownAugust 17, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    Beautiful photo. How sweet the memories. You all are in my prayers.

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  8. Nikki (Sarah)August 17, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    My dream has been to visit those smokey mountains...and Kim...praying for you and your dad...,stay strong okay

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  9. Betsy Banks AdamsAugust 17, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    Hi Kim, Thanks for using my photo.. Glad you like it. I like fog also.

    So sorry to hear that about your Dad. I will keep him --and you--in my prayers.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  10. RamakrishnanAugust 18, 2012 at 12:24 AM

    Fascinating picture Kim: Can be renames as Magical and Mystical Valley ! Thanks for sharing !

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  11. diane bAugust 18, 2012 at 1:20 AM

    Beautiful place and beautiful memories. Hoping things are not too stressful for you. Thinking of you.

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  12. Elephant's ChildAugust 18, 2012 at 1:47 AM

    Sending many, many good wishes to you and yours at this difficult time.

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  13. DebbieAugust 18, 2012 at 5:35 AM

    One of my favorite places to visit in the country. I love it.

    And my mind is foggy like the photo too.

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  14. The UnknowngnomeAugust 18, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    A prayer of peace and tranquility for you and your dad. May you both rest in His Love and may the great smokey memories always be yours.

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  15. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessAugust 18, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    Been computerless for a week so trying to catchup.

    I am so very sorry to read of your father's health and will sure keep you all in prayer.

    You sure grew up in GOD's country, I love the mountains.

    GOD keep you all safe!

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  16. BARBIEAugust 18, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    What a beautiful photo. Saying a prayer for your dad and for you.

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  17. UnknownAugust 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Oh Kim. praying for your Dad right now.

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  18. NancyAugust 18, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    A lovely photo -- I do hope you and your pop's health improves.

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  19. lynnmosherAugust 18, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    That photo is beautiful! And I totally understand the fogginess. Praying!

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  20. sprinklesAugust 19, 2012 at 3:27 AM

    That's a beautiful picture! I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

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  21. CatherineAugust 19, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    Kim,
    I am so sorry but i hit the delete rather than publish button for your comment on my last blog post and I can't get I back :(
    Thank you for taking the time to comment, and read the blog
    Best wishes, Catherine x

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  22. Connie ArnoldAugust 19, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    It's nice to have good memories and photos. I understand what you mean about feeling foggy. Praying for you and your family. Hugs and blessings to you!

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  23. Mary MennengaAugust 19, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Will Keep you all in my prayers, Sounds like my Mom. Mary

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  24. Just Be RealAugust 20, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Kim sorry for your dad issues. Thank you for sharing that picture. Blessings.

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  25. Anne August 20, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Prayers and hugs to you from a new friend...I've just discovered your lovely blog, and am now following! So nice to "meet" you! ♥
    Hugs,
    Anne

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  26. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessAugust 22, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    This is truly a beautiful photo. Maggie Valley is my brother's favorite place to visit. I can see why.

    MUCH prayer for your father and for you.

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  27. Sr Crystal Mary LindseyAugust 23, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    God bless and keep you all, under the shadow of his wings.
    I used to live near the great Smokies, they are beautiful, and peaceful...remember that peace of God now, He loves you all. xx

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  28. JoanneAugust 25, 2012 at 1:08 AM

    Beautiful picture. Prayers on their way for your Dad.
    Blessings, Joanne

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  29. Donna B.August 29, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    beautiful memories....and yes, we will keep you all in prayer...

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  30. ClareAugust 30, 2012 at 3:56 AM

    Full of wonderful memories. Sorry I have been away for so long I have recently moved and only just getting back to normal. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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  31. BirdieAugust 31, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    I am just wondering where you are and if all is right in your world.

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  32. Becky JaneSeptember 1, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    I've been out of the loop for awhile and just read your post. Hugs and prayers to you and your family. What is the latest update?

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  33. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    Just catching up after being away...a beautiful peaceful photo. Good thoughts and prayers are going out to you and yours. Hold onto your faith!

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  34. Flying high in the sky....September 2, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    awesome shot!! and about foginess...all of us go thru that at some point or the other...my prayers are with you and your family...hope by the time you receive this things would have become better....God Bless...

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