We had a really nice mini-vacation. We mostly stayed home – we hung out and watched movies, spent time with friends, and generally just relaxed – but we also decided to head down to Charlottesville for a couple of days. Graham had picked out some cideries for us to try, and he booked a really cute inn for a night. And then, on Monday, we took Skyline Drive home.
What is Skyline Drive? Glad you (maybe) asked! It’s part of the Blue Ridge Parkway, and of Shenandoah National Park. It snakes through some of Virginia’s beautiful mountain terrain, and it boasts some of the very best views in the state. Like this one:
And this one:
And this one, too:
We took it slow and just enjoyed driving and chatting. We don’t often get the privilege of uninterrupted, distraction-free time together.
And then, at the highest point on the route, we ran into some fog.
Some very dense fog.
But you know, it was fine. The fog actually made the fall colors pop, and it’s kind of magical, feeling like you’re up in the clouds.
All in all, Skyline Drive was a really lovely experience, and I think we’re planning to do it again in the spring. It’ll be fun to see how the vistas change with the seasons.
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Beautiful photos! The first one should be hanging on a wall…so pretty.
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Thank you! 🙂
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My family used to visit the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive every couple of summers. I was a little too young to appreciate the views back then. Maybe it’s time to head back there.
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I would definitely recommend a visit! I think it closes in November for the winter. Understandable, since it looks like it would be impossible to maintain in winter weather. But also a pity, because I bet those views are beautiful in the snow.
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Many years ago I made that drive and fell in love. This was a beautiful reminder. Good for you for doing it.
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It was definitely a drive worth taking!
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Pretty pictures. 🙂
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Thank you!
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Stunning photos, Katie. Especially the foggy street one, scattered with leaves. Gorgeous!
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Thank you! I like that one, too. 🙂
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Wow! I loved these photos. So beautiful!!!
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Thank you! I’m so glad to hear that! 🙂
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Fabulous pictures Katie and so glad you enjoyed your mini vaca! 💖❣️🙏
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Thank you! 🙂 It was lovely and I miss it already!
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you’re welcome… awww i bet.. plan the next one and keep looking at your pics💖
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