Monday, June 9, 2014

Visit from Son and Daughter-in-law

Jeff and Dawn Wilhite, 6/7/14 at Cumberland Mountain State Park
George and I were blessed on Saturday (6/7/14)  to have a visit from my youngest son, Jeff, and his beautiful wife, Dawn.  They live in North Georgia ---and you'd think we would get to see each other more often.  BUT--they stay so busy and so do we... SO--when we do get to spend some time together,  it's magical and wonderful!!!!!  That was true for this MAMA on Saturday!!!!  Thanks,  Jeff and Dawn for coming!

Today I 'll share some photos from our time with them.  We took them to Cumberland Mountain State Park for lunch/dinner and then took some time to walk around the area and get some pictures (of course)... ha..  Hope you enjoy seeing more from our fantastic day!!!!  Click on the photos for enlargements.


Reflections on the lake at Cumberland Mountain State Park



Standing on the fishing pier at Cumberland  Mountain State Park



There are MANY Canada Geese at the state park.


Love taking photos of the bridge when you can get these reflections!



A great day to be Kayaking!!



George on the fishing pier



Another photo of the bridge (and reflections)



Jeff and Dawn at the fishing pier (They were wishing that they had brought their fishing poles since they LOVE to fish!!!)



I'll close with two more photos of the bridge and reflections.. These may be the best REFLECTION-type pictures I have ever taken!!!!  What do you think?  Can you see where the water is??? It obviously was very calm on this day...


Hope you enjoyed seeing more of our 'adventures' today!!!!  It was truly fantastic spending a day with some of the family...   Next Sunday (Father's Day),  we have been invited to go to Nashville to spend some time with George's daughter and hubby... That will be PERFECT for him on Father's Day!!!!

Hugs,

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52 comments:

  1. Ginny HartzlerJune 9, 2014 at 1:18 AM

    What a wonderful day! With loved ones and surrounded by beauty!

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  2. AnnJune 9, 2014 at 4:09 AM

    Well I know that you enjoyed that day. What a lovely park and those pictures of the reflections in the water are gorgeous

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  3. CatherineJune 9, 2014 at 5:35 AM

    What a terrific way to spend the day Betsy! It's so nice when family can get together and relax.
    Have a wonderful week!
    xo Catherine

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  4. NealJune 9, 2014 at 6:31 AM

    Betsy they might come up more but you're always on vacation and away. :) I'm glad you got to visit with them. I love reflection pictures as you can see from my pictures and you got some good ones.

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  5. AnonymousJune 9, 2014 at 6:44 AM

    I know you enjoyed their visit and the pretty scenery.

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  6. FlowerLady LorraineJune 9, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    What a beautiful place to have some family visiting time together.

    I love the bridge and reflections.

    It is all so peaceful.

    Have a great week ~ FlowerLady

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  7. linda mJune 9, 2014 at 7:06 AM

    Nothing better than being able to spend a day with family. So happy Jeff and Dawn were able to visit . Your reflection pictures are amazing. It looks like a very peaceful place .

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  8. Out on the prairieJune 9, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    Always nice to have family getting together. The park looks like I need to give it a try.

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  9. MadSnapperJune 9, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    perfect mirror images on the bridge reflections and a great shot of your son and his wife.. Cumberland is such a beautiful spot to visit.

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  10. Big DudeJune 9, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    Always a good place to spend the day with family.

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  11. Jim and SandieJune 9, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    Those pictures are awesome. I've never taken a reflections picture like that. I'm sure looking forward to son time in August. We'll actually park in their drive way for a week. Nothing warms a mother's heart more.

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  12. GeorgeJune 9, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    You got some wonderful pictures of the reflections in the lake. It was a beautiful day to be there.

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  13. NellieJune 9, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    We love the park - and the restaurant! I know you enjoyed your time with your son and daughter-in-law!

    Hugs,
    Nellie

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  14. ShugJune 9, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    Glad you all were able to spend time together this past weekend. I can see the happiness in your face. They are a sweet looking couple!! I must say, these photos are full of what appears to be a peaceful place. That last shot is outstanding!! The reflection in the water paints a double portion of beauty...
    hugs to you...

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  15. Small City ScenesJune 9, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    What fun to spend time with your son and his beautiful bride. We spent some of the weekend in Ritzville with my eldest daughter and her hubby. then we meandered home. Even took some waterfall pictures just for you.
    Love the bridge reflections and the kayaker. Have a good week. MB

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  16. JoyJune 9, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    The best moments in life is being with our loved ones especially in a beautiful sorroundings like you have there. Awesome:)

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  17. I Am WoodyJune 9, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    Glad you had such a nice visit!!

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  18. From the KitchenJune 9, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Y'all look as pleased as punch to be together!! Love the reflection photos.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  19. DavidJune 9, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    Betsy, Family visits are always great... Like yours, their relatively rare because of everyones busy schedule. We've been to the Cumberland Mountain State Park a few times...usually tied to a visit to the Cumberland County Playhouse. Love the chicken on the buffet in the Park's restaurant. That bridge is a true classic! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  20. BethJune 9, 2014 at 11:25 AM

    Beautiful pics. Your son and daughter-in-law make a lovely couple. It's always nice to visit with our kids. I go to TX in July to see my daughter & family.

    As for the reflection pics: AWESOME!!!:>)

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  21. Sweet Posy DreamsJune 9, 2014 at 11:40 AM

    What a great bridge!

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  22. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmJune 9, 2014 at 11:49 AM

    Love the reflections. Glad you had such a wonderful visit!

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  23. SusannahJune 9, 2014 at 11:57 AM

    Hi Betsy, I love the pics of you and George. Really fine photos to me. You must have been so happy to see your son and daughter-in-law. What great pictures of them, too. I love the first one. The other photos are gorgeous. The reflections in the water are beautiful. I hope you and George have a very nice day and evening.

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  24. Linda PJune 9, 2014 at 12:30 PM

    A lovely day with your son and wife. Great pictures in a beautiful place. The reflections in the water of the bridge make a picture perfect image.

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  25. AnonymousJune 9, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    What lovely scenery! it looks as if you've had a wonderful visit.

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  26. Ruth HiebertJune 9, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    I am so glad you got to spend this time with your family,or at least part of the family. Those last two shots are amazing,just perfect reflections.

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  27. Peaches McGintyJune 9, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    Hi Betsy!
    What a wonderful visit from your beautiful Son and Daughter-in-law, life certainly can be busy so when families do get together it feels even more special! it looked like a brilliant day out too, the reflection photo's are amazing, they are fascinating and beautiful x x x

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  28. Rose ~ from OzJune 9, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    What a great park Betsy! The bridge reflection images are, in my mind simply stunning!
    How wonderful to be able to spend time with your beloved Jeff and Dawn in such beautiful and uplifting surroundings.
    x

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  29. ConnieJune 9, 2014 at 3:39 PM

    It's nice to get to spend some time with family. Wonderful pictures, Betsy. I love those reflections. You got some great shots.

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  30. Elizabeth EdwardsJune 9, 2014 at 3:45 PM

    what a fun day to be with your family. i love the reflection of the bridge. so creative. looks like a fun place to go kayaking. i am so wishing i could be there. awesome times. ( :

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  31. HappyKJune 9, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Sounds like a lovely day you got to spend with family. : )

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  32. Janice KJune 9, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    Spending time with your children is always a treat--especially when you don't live close. Looks like the weather was perfect too!

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  33. Terry and LindaJune 9, 2014 at 5:15 PM

    I love those happy, happy faces!!!

    Linda
    http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com

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  34. BeatrizJune 9, 2014 at 5:33 PM

    Oh, I loved the picture in that lake of Cumberland, it looks like a dream!!!I'm glad you have spent quality time together.
    Cheers and good winds ever!!!

    Bia
    www.biaviagemambiental.blogspot.com

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  35. diane bJune 9, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    There is nothing better than a visit from family when you don't see them often. I love the reflections of the bridge . It looks a beautiful park. I love your new header too.

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  36. AndreaJune 9, 2014 at 8:13 PM

    Hi Betsy, i am sure it is heaven for a mother to be visited by her children. They look great and really literally big people! The water in your lake is so tranquil and serene and that bridge photo with reflection is terribly awesome. I love to fish too, but it's not easy here!

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  37. carolina nanaJune 9, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    What a nice looking couple your son and wife are. Glad you got to spend some time with them.
    Sounds like your coming days are also going to be filled with family love.
    Blessings
    MArilyn

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  38. MaryJune 9, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    Wonderful that you got to get together with family! Those bridge shots are lovely.

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  39. LVJune 9, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    So nice when families get together and enjoy each other. You and George are blessed in so many ways with family, beauty, but most of all love. I am doing fine, except nearly lost my mind over my computer. I THINK the issues have been resolved.

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  40. LVJune 9, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    So nice when families get together and enjoy each other. You and George are blessed in so many ways with family, beauty, but most of all love. I am doing fine, except nearly lost my mind over my computer. I THINK the issues have been resolved.

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  41. Miss DebbieJune 9, 2014 at 9:13 PM

    pretty place! glad you had such a nice visit!

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  42. KayJune 10, 2014 at 12:37 AM

    Awww... How wonderful to have this time together, Betsy. These photos are absolutely gorgeous and precious! Those reflection shots are spectacular!

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  43. Cheryl @ TFDJune 10, 2014 at 1:08 AM

    Looks like a beautiful day with your sweet family! The bridge shots with reflections are gorgeous!

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  44. Hootin AnniJune 10, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Love the bridge reflections!!! And yes, I agree...time spent with family is magical and wonderful.

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  45. camp and cottage livingJune 10, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    Betsy
    so wonderful you got to spend time with your son and DIL!
    The park is lovely. the stone bridge looks like it stepped out of an old English movie.

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  46. DeeJune 10, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    Dear Betsy, those last two bridge-reflection photographs are fantastic. Have you considered contacting a company that makes jigsaw puzzles?
    One of those photographs would make a truly wonderful puzzle to put together. Peace.

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  47. Grandma BonnieJune 10, 2014 at 1:58 PM

    What gorgeous reflection photos! You son and his wife make a great couple. Its always nice when we get a visit from one of our sons so I know how you must feel.

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  48. TaborJune 10, 2014 at 4:27 PM

    Everything is better with those we love.

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  49. Our photosJune 10, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    Very nice photos. I love the reflections !

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  50. RoseJune 10, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    It is hard not getting to see our children as often as we wish...it makes it all the more special when you do. Can't imagine it without texting and computers, etc.

    I love your bridge reflections...

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  51. Gardener on Sherlock StreetJune 10, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    That bridge is beautiful. Love the reflection photos. Looks like you had a good visit.

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  52. JeevanJune 11, 2014 at 3:08 AM

    Those are great reflection photos on the bridge! Glad you got to spent time with your son and DIL and alongside visiting this lovely place… Beautiful photos Betsy

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