Welcome to JOYFUL REFLECTIONS. Also welcome to MARCH!!!! My header picture this month is a photo I took of the pretty Crocus blooms in our yard... The Crocuses and Daffodils are the first signs of spring here in Tennessee. I am definitely ready for SPRING...

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Fall Creek Falls State Park --4/21/10--Part I


George and I had a beautiful day yesterday at Fall Creek Falls. You will have to read yesterday's post (click
HERE) in order to know WHY we were there!!!!!! Today and tomorrow, I will show you a few pictures from our beautiful day! Above is a picture of the Cane Creek Cascades.. Below are more.




We always enjoy seeing the deer when we go to the park. This one stopped and looked at us --but didn't run away!!! I think they are used to people --especially ones like me who are taking their picture.




I was fascinated at the reflections in the water here. This is near the area where I got my first kiss in 2001..... We had to relive that moment you know!!!




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Spring is a beautiful time to visit the park since there were lots of dogwoods blooming ---along with many beautiful wildflowers. These little blue flowers reminded me of the Bluebonnets I used to see in Texas. Aren't they pretty?




One of our favorite large waterfalls at Fall Creek Falls is one that is in a different area of the park from most of the others. This one is named PINEY FALLS--and we are viewing it from an overlook.





Here's the "Happy Couple" talking about all of our wonderful memories we have had together since that special date on April 21, 2001.

I'll post more pictures tomorrow . But --you need to know that we will be out-of-pocket for about 3 days while we head to West Virginia to do some waterfalling!!!! I will have the laptop--IF we have Verizon service. BUT--if I don't get to your blogs, don't give up on me. I will try to catch up sometime!!!!

Hugs to all,

49 comments:

Thoughtfully Blended Hearts said...

Have a wonderful visit!!! These photos are beautiful...love that reflection...

Beth said...

Such a beautiful and special place, Betsy! How wonderful that it holds such fond memories for you and George. And I'm happy that you got to relive that first kiss! :-)

Have a great time in West Virginia. Safe travels to you and George!

diane b said...

Those cameras are doing a good job. The photos are so crisp and clear. Of course the person clicking deserves praise too. It does look a very romantic place . First kiss memories ahhhhh such a romantic. I see you have shed all those jackets and scarves that you had on a few months ago. It must feel good. Have a good time waterfalling and kissing.

Kelly said...

...I just read yesterday's post--Happy First Kiss Day! You two really know how to celebrate. I love that you go back to Fall Creek Falls for your special day. I just love Fall Creek Falls!!!

Anonymous said...

The photograph of you and your reflection in the water is outstanding! Enjoy your next few days waterfalling.

Kirigalpoththa said...

Lovely photos of Fall Creek Falls 2010! Hope to see more soon :)

RoeH said...

Awwww...that's cute. Wish I had someplace and memories like that. So very beautiful there. I swear I'm packin' up and moving to Tennessee.

Deb Murphree/Alabama Politics said...

Gorgeous photos, Betsy Boo! I've been so busy working and getting my father's 90th birthday party ready...He still doesn't know we are having a party tomorrow..today is his birthday, though :) I can't wait to see you and George soon...when we pass by where you live. I'm so looking forward to that!! Email me and we'll discuss plans a little more xoxoox love you!

Ginny Hartzler said...

Fantastic pictures! That first one is a stunner! And I can even see you in the reflection! The little blue flowers are so cute, and of course the two lovebirds!

Arkansas Patti said...

That refection was awesome and I loved that ham of a deer.
Enjoy reliving in that beautiful place.

Ruth's Photo Blog said...

Gorgeous scenes.You and George make the scene complete.Have fun while away.
Blessings,Ruth

Susie said...

I love that pic of the reflections in the water. At first glance I thought you were standing on a cliff side.

Enjoy your trip and be safe.

Harriet said...

Great pictures! Have fun on your next adventure. I have put Fall Creek Falls on my list of places I want to visit this summer.

Sunny said...

Great pictures Betsy. The reflection is amazing.
Have fun on your trip.
Sunny :)

Karin said...

The reflection is so clear that at first I thought you were standing on a cliff overhang - then my eyes focused! Phewwww! What a gorgeous place! Love the deer, awwww! You two are such an inspiration! We all need to learn to celebrate each other like that! Hugs! Have a great time away!

Dorothy said...

More great pictures! Love the one with the reflections!! Hope you and George have a great trip!

MadSnapper said...

I am glad you always put pictures of you and George with your photos. you do such a good job of it with your timer. i have never tried my timer. i might play with it, but i don't want me in the photo. the deer is wonderful, wish I could have seen him/her. as always beautiful falls. are you on a high ledge? or is the water just below you, i see your reflection and I do hope that is not a ledge.

pam said...

For a second that one photo of you made me think you were standing on a big huge cliff! But then I realized that it was a reflection.

Valerie said...

Oh, I love to hear of your adventures and see the pictures. The reflection shot is so cool - you can barely see where the reflection starts and the real ends!

Happy 'anniversary'! It is so great when we can remember all of those special dates and places. My hubby gave me my first kiss in a grocery store parking lot. We had been 'seeing' each other as friends for about a year. I was working at the store and he came to visit me on my break. That was when we officially began dating. He had come to tell me he had been thinking that maybe we should be more than friends. A year and a half later we were married! What a blessing to have such wonderful memories!

Of course the grocery store is gone now - and in it's place a work out gym. Not sure we want to go back there to relive the moment - but you have an extra special place!

Anonymous said...

Have a great trip. You all are like gypsies, always taking off to another falls or trip. I love the deer picture. That is such a good one.

Cicero Sings said...

Love the reflection picture ... beautiful. Sounds like you two are having fun ... as usual!!! Never fear, we'll all still be here ... lucky for you I haven't been posting much. Ha, ha. Unlike you, I've not a whole lot of much to tell these days.

Roses and Lilacs said...

What a beautiful place and very romantic. Hope you have a wonderful trip.
Marnie

Connie said...

Congratulations on celebrating your special day, Betsy! Such great photos in this post and the one before it too. I always love when you post pictures of deer. They don't stay around to get their picture taken here. I really like the reflections in the water too.

Julie said...

That one pic where you see your reflection actually looks like you are standing on a rock cliff and it falls off right there next to you for miles! I got nervous when I first saw it because I felt you were in danger being so close to the edge!!! LOL. I calmed down when I realized it was water there!

Have a wonderful trip and for goodness sake, don't worry about visiting blogs while you are having the time of your life!!!

xoxo- Julie

Small City Scenes said...

What beautiful pictures. You do live in a wonderful part of our great country.
You two look so happy--you are in your element there.
Love the reflection shot.
Have a nice time in West Virginia. New waterfalls? MB

Jo said...

WOW! on the reflection shot, Betsy. Amazing image! And I love the two of you on the bench. BTW who took it or did you set the timer? You have a WONDERFUL time doing lots of waterfalling and lotsa kissin'! Bless you both. (((Hugs))) Jo

Kay said...

So happy that you two had a wonderful time at your special spot yesterday.

Busy Bee Suz said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE those photos. Glad you had a nice visit and anniversary.
Have a great trip...be safe!

Diane said...

Shorts!!!!! You two are wearing shorts??? I've seen a few brave souls sporting them around here but it's much too chilly.

It looks like you had a wonderful time. Beautiful reflection and I love the flowers and vegetation. Hope it was a wonderful day for both of you. Diane

Diane said...

Shorts!!!!! You two are wearing shorts??? I've seen a few brave souls sporting them around here but it's much too chilly.

It looks like you had a wonderful time. Beautiful reflection and I love the flowers and vegetation. Hope it was a wonderful day for both of you. Diane

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Beautiful pictures.Have a good time!

Love Of Quilts said...

Have a great time.Trish

imac said...

That 3rd pic is so beautiful, it feels like you could fall from a great height.

Together We Save said...

Oh I hope you are having a wonderful time... great pictures. Fall Creek Falls is a favorite of mine. We will be heading your way over the weekend... taking the offical tour of Knoxville for my daughter. Yikes.

Anonymous said...

I am so glad you had such a nice outing at that very special park! Nice photographs of you both and the ever so wonderful scenery and wildlife. Yes, that deer looks like it's posing for your camera.

I have also been to Falls Creek State Park in TN. One of the more picturesque parks in the state and worth a visit from residents and tourists alike.

nanny said...

I love all of the pictures, esp. the Happy Couple!!!

Deb said...

So glad you had such a beautiful day for your anniversary trip!

DeniseinVA said...

That's lovely, what a great anniversary trip. You two are sooooooooo romantic :) You're a very warm and loving couple. I think that's great and we get to go on this fabulous trip with you too. Thanks Betsy, and have a great weekend.

Cheryl said...

Oh Betsy you make my day with your happy posts, this one especially as you celebrate your special anniversary!

Glenda said...

It seems that for the two of you "your cup runneth over"! And that's a good thing because it spills over on all of us!

The pics are wonderful; I love the one that shows your reflection in the clear water!

Have fun in W. VA; I have a feeling you will!

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Happy first kiss anniversary, Betsy! I;m glad you and George were able to relive that special moment is such a beautiful place. Have a wonderful weekedn and enjoy your trip to W. Va!

♥ Pat

Shelley said...

I think this is one of the most beautiful waterfalls you have shown yet! Loved the photo of you and George in your matching shirts! (I really need to get Greg and I some - it makes for cute photos!) Hope you are having a wonderful trip! I have missed you - this darn computer virus really knocked me out of commission but I'm back!
Hugs,
Shelley

Anonymous said...

definitely one of the most beautiful falls i have seen on this blog. how wonderful.

Judy said...

Wonderful photos Betsy. That looks like a place my husband and I would love to visit.

carolina nana said...

Beautiful pics,hope you and your sweetie have a safe and wonderful trip. Have a blessed tomorrow
Marilyn

Catherine said...

Love the photo of your deer...and of your dear George!!! Ha!

Have a most lovely weekend Betsy!
xo Catherine

SquirrelQueen said...

What a beautiful place, I love the first photo of the falls. This would be the perfect place to "fall" in love. The deer is so sweet, it was nice of him to give you a pretty pose.

Hope you and George are having a wonderful trip.

Rose said...

I am catching up with you guys...I love hearing about you and George. I am so glad to know you through blogging.

This Is My Blog - fishing guy said...

Betsy: Fun look at the falls and the deer.