Friday, March 11, 2011

The Tales of Tennessee

We're having a really nice time here in Tennessee!!  There has been snow, cold and rain, but it doesn't matter, it's such a beautiful place!!  The cabin is just perfect and is well equipped with all the comforts of home; which means we have everything you could possibly need!!

Just outside our window are the Llamas.  The farm, called 'Autumn Dancer Llama Farm' is home to 17 of these beauties.  My friend Ginny says there's a certain protocol that has to be followed when you meet them for the first time.  So I've been admiring them from a distance because we've not been formally introduced--Who would have thought that formalities were so important to a llama?
There's so much to do, and we've enjoyed seeing a few of the sites.  The dogs have loved the walks with all the new smells.  The only 'downside' to being here is that with the rotten weather we've not been able to freely access the internet.  But that's okay, we've really enjoyed our evenings relaxing and visiting with our friends!  They've told us all about the local legends and their story of finding a body in the road (still alive), a parcel of property that has had a home built on it twice and twice it has 'mysteriously' burned down, and then of course there are the tales of those who make moonshine...What a place!! Unfortunately tomorrow we leave it all behind and return to Virginia.  I've missed  reading your news and I look forward to reading what you've been up to when we get home!  THANKS for stopping by my blog, and I hope you've had a good week!

26 comments:

  1. Oh, I wish you could have stayed a week and enjoyed good weather here! We have sunshine here today and it's glorious!

    Some pretty Llamas there! I think the one I would like it the one with the white head, aw, they are all cute! I wonder what the dogs think of them?

    I'm glad you are having a good time, in spite of the weather! I'll "see" you when you get home, drive carefully and have a good trip!

    XXX

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  2. SO glad you're enjoying your time away!!! The llamas are so cute! But I'd be hesitant to approach them as I've heard of spitting and sliming and the like. I think they are very people-oriented and smart though! :)

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  3. Glad you are having a lovely time.We have a Llama farm just down the road from us.I've heard that they can spit at you...not pleasant! :0)

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  4. Love the photos, it sure does look like a unique place. Have a safe trip home.
    Sheila & Bob

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  5. So happy you all has such a good time. It always goes so fast. So many Llamas, so little time.

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  6. Such a beautiful farm, it's a lovely get-a-way for you both, and so deserved.
    Gorgeous Llamas they are so inquisitive !
    Safe journey home,
    Hugs,
    ~Jo

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  7. Hey Kim, I can't remember where in Tenn. you were but it is one of my favorite states. Glad you've had a good time and are heading home-you've all been missed!
    Safe travels!
    Hugs, Noreen

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  8. What a great place to get away from it all. How many dogs do you have with you? The llamas are beautiful.

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  9. Sorry that the weather didn't cooperate, Kim, but at least you did get to relax and visit with your friends. Sounds like a beautiful place. :)

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  10. Hi Kim,
    Glad to see that you are having a wonderful time!!! The llamas really are beauties---I heard they can be quite temperamental but they sure are amazing animals. Enjoy the rest of your vacation and safe travels on your return.
    xoxo
    Mimi

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  11. I'm glad you've have a wonderful time while away! Your last photo of the llamas is lovely :o) Have a safe trip back, I'm looking forward to your stopping by my blog again.

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  12. The best part Kim,, is that you made some new memories,,, and your eyes have seen new beautiful lands.
    We just knew you would have a great time.
    The view was beautiful
    love
    tweedles

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  13. I hope you are getting in lots of relaxation and happy time with your hubby and the dogs. I'm glad you're enjoying your vacation but just think how wonderful it will be to be back in your own home and to sleep in your own bed!

    ;-)

    Safe travels!

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  14. Llamas are such graceful, soulful animals. I love to see them.
    Enjoy your vacation...the pics are great!!

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  15. Kim, sounds like the perfect spot to get away to. Llamas are so stoic looking.....'above it all'. Beautiful critters indeed. Thanks for sharing.
    Jim

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  16. Such a lovely and peaceful-looking place! So glad you were able to do this getaway to such beauty with the dogs! So good for the soul!!! Have a great time for the remainder of your trip! Tennessee is so beautiful!
    Hugs xoxoxo
    Sammie, Avalon and Ozzie

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  17. Glad you got a vacation! Looks beautiful and look forward to seeing more photos. Hope you got to meet the llamas in the fur :) Bet the pups at home will be SO glad to see you back home!

    The Road Dogs' Mom

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  18. Kim, Hi this is Debby, I used to follow you under my old blog, The Pink Birdhouse. I have a new blog now and after more then a year's silent period away from blogger, it is good to be back. I look forward to following you again and hearing the latest at Golden Pines.
    ~Debby

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  19. Glad u had a lovely time, Kim.
    Those pictures say it all...especially the first one... it looks like a painting:)

    Have a safe trip home..'see' u soon:)

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  20. Kim,
    I'm so glad you are having a wonderful time in your cabin in Tennessee. The llamas are so cute. Enjoy the rest of your vacation and hopefully the weather will be warmer.

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  21. It looks magnificent and I'm glad you are having a great time...:)JP

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  22. Hi my name is Susie and I'm from North Carolina. I love your blog and those Llamas. Beautiful pics. I will stop by often!

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  23. Llamas are great, look how proud that one looks in your last picture. It's great to get away and sometimes being without the Internet can be a good thing.--Inger

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  24. You look to be having some beautiful weather Kim! Color me green with jealousy!

    Happy Sunday!
    xo Catherine

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  25. Hi Kim, so glad you're having a good time. There's nothing like 'getting away'. ~ Fun stories! AND I love the pictures. It looks so peaceful there.

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