Thursday, May 21, 2009

A Weekend in the Smokies

Our internet was down at work today, so I'm a little behind on things. It was actually kind of nice not to have it- a little break. Except for I was running around all day trying to get us the right router & help with the office space transition we're going through right now (people switching offices, creating new workspaces, etc.). That, and I had another lovely surprise that caused me to scurry to get things done- I have a 4 day weekend!! The bosses decided to give us tomorrow off as well! I love small companies sometimes!

It's also supposed to be in the mid to upper 80's this weekend, so that makes me super excited. Z and I grilled out on our patio tonight for the first time (yum!) & that got the wheels in my head turning...

Our 6 month anniversary will be on the 29th of this month. That weekend is going to be super busy with my mom visiting (Yay!), a wedding, and a baby dedication, so we were trying to figure out another weekend to do something to celebrate. Then it dawned on us that this weekend would be perfect! So... the plan is to head to the Smoky Mountains in TN!! I've never been down there, so I'm really looking forward to it! We're going to bring our tent and camp, hike, sightsee, and hopefully canoe or kayak.. and of course a wee bit of "Newlywed celebrating"(you didn't read that, mom & dad!). Just look at this place:
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We also plan on going into Gatlinburg to do some sightseeing as well. I've heard it's a super cute town. I'm so looking forward to a weekend away with my hubby! I can't believe we've been married for almost 6 months already, and I'm so happy we're going to do something to celebrate! I don't imagine we'll celebrate every 6 months forever, but I definitely want to do something special every year. It's a great way to slow down, and remember to cherish this amazing marriage that God has given us! And have some fun, of course!! :)

So anyway, I plan on spending tomorrow catching up on your blogs, cleaning the house, doing a mystery shop, making campsite reservations, planning our menu for the weekend, grocery shopping, and packing the car with our camping gear. Then, saturday morning we're off to Tenessee!! :)

7 comments:

Lucy Marie said...

Awesome! I hope you have a fantastic weekend. It's so great to take some time and just get away. I was in Tennessee once when I was just a little girl, I hardly remember anything from it but the pictures were beautiful. Enjoy your celebration.

Anonymous said...

Yay for 6 months of marriage!

Have a great time! And take lots of pictures to share with us!

In With the Light said...

how fun!! that looks just beautiful! i had a very busy day at work as well...read about it soon. ;)

Brett Alexandra said...

Congrats on 6 wonderful months of marriage! Have fun this weekend:) Be safe!

AmberDenae said...

Congrats on 6 months!! I LOVE the smoky mountains!!! I have family in that are and it is so beautiful and there is SO much to do. You will have a blast! Take lots of pictures for us to see and have an amazing time, you deserve it!

Cristina said...

You are one busy little bee! Have fun on your trip :)

Lori said...

enjoy the extra time together now. It changes after kids :)