Great Smoky Mountains National Park Blog by Richard Weisser of SmokyPhotos.com

Notes from a Smoky Mountain Daydreamer!

Great Smoky Mountains by Richard WeisserTo walk the weather beaten trace.
‘Cross rushing stream, past rocky face,
The woes of worldly stress dismissed
And melt away into the mist!
    (R Weisser 2013) 

I have made many trips to my beloved Smoky Mountains. There was a time when I would hop into the car and make the 500 mile round trip just to get away for the day.

Unfortunately, the rigors of the long drive combined with a strenuous hike have reduced the number of trips that I can physically make as each passing year takes its toll.

But after so many of these excursions my assemblage of memories is so exhaustive that I can travel to the mountains any time I wish … from wherever I happen to be.

All I have to do is close my eyes and I'm there!

Great Smoky Mountains National Park by Richard Weisser

Photos Courtesy of Richard Weisser and SmokyPhotos.com



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7 commentsRichard Weisser • February 24 2013 06:21AM
Testing our Mettle on a Daily Basis
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The Sirens’ haunted chilling shrieks That beckon from the craggy peaks. Away from sheltered succor lure To summit from the valley’s floor! (R Weisser 2012) Why do we climb mountains? Common sense suggests that the rewards do not… more
Amicalola Falls State Park
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Amicalola Falls State Park is one of the most popular destinations in the Georgia State Park system Amicalola Falls drop 729 feet from top to bottom, earning the distinction of being the tallest waterfall in Georgia. The name "Amicalola"… more
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The fireworks fizzle fast from sparks To embers on a cold stone hearth, If you miss the show let’s be perfectly clear: You’ll have to wait until next year! (R Weisser 2012) Yes, Fall is in it’s full glory right now. I love… more
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The ancient craggy guardian By age without comparison, ‘Twas old and aged as Alps were born And towered when the Rockies formed (R Weisser 2012) Did you know that the Appalachian Mountains are considered to be among the oldest peaks on… more
The black bears of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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As dark voids ‘midst the twigs and leaves Devouring mast of shrubs and trees, The black bears soon in den will lie, And fat they’ll sleep ‘till Spring draws nigh! (R Weisser 2012) The black bears of the Great Smoky Mountains… more
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O’er tumbled rounded ancient rock With viridian velvet garments flocked, The spirit baptized, the soul redeemed, In the frigid splashing mountain stream! (R Weisser 2012) When the heat is turned up, and our energy seems to be ebbing with… more
Weather anomalies and the delicate balance of life.
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In downy tufted cushions lain To soften Summer’s torrid strain, Refreshing respite, sweet relief In mountain-shaded groves of heath. (R Weisser 2012) It’s been hot the last several days. “Record-breaking” heat in many… more
The native Flame Azalea in the southeastern Appalachians.
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As Moses tended Jethro’s flocks Ablaze it beckoned from afar A burning bush amongst the rocks, Never consumed and never charred! (R Weisser 2012) The native Flame Azalea (Rhododendron calendulaceum) puts on a spectacular show in the… more
Fall is fleeting. Take time to enjoy it!
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O’ take me to my mountains Where crystal rivers flow And tumble past electric leaves That emit October’s glow. Sweet smells of Fall’s disrobing Awaiting Winter’s blasts 'Tis nature's hued full glory That merely weeks will… more