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Mother & Daughters "Camping get-away"

  This weekend I spent much needed and appreciated time with my Mother and Sister "Camping". My Mother lives only thirty minutes away so we visit as much as possible. My Sister just moved from Alaska to West Virginia so the visits are more often than the past but a six hour drive.

We decided to get together this weekend and "Camp" with just us girls! Including my only "female", furry friend (Merlot) Hiking, fishing, boating, campfires and lots of yummy food. My mouth is watering thinking about those gooey smores. (Standing stone state park)

During our adventures we came across two snakes, several turtles, wildflowers galore and unforgettable views. A few hours of showers but for the most part we were blessed with warm sunny days. With Spring in it's full glory, Dogwoods and Redbud's painted every corner and everywhere you looked was signs of new life - from baby birds to a single tree sprout making it's way through the forest leaves.

Although we enjoyed nature and all the splendors of camping, Most important we enjoyed eachothers company! Nothing can replace the hours of laughter, giggles and smiles. Hugs and I love you's trailed every sentence and we only continue to bond and grow together as Mother and Daughters, Sisters, Family and Women. We all have busy lives but taking the time to spend with the ones we love is priceless and needed during our lifetime. (Thanks Mom-Barbara and Sis-Tera) This was a weekend I will never forget!  (Our next trip this summer is already planned for Fall Creek Falls, State Park).  

                                  

(Photos by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS)

Comments

Christina, it is good that you had the opportunity to get away with you Mother and your Sister. Cherish them. You only have one Mother. I wish I could just talk with my mother one more time. She passed five years ago. This wasnt meant to be sad. I am truly happy for you. Just cherish her. God Bless all of you. Thank you, Keith
Posted by Keith Goodman about 4 years ago
Looks like fun. I like the little green snake clipart. I'm glad to hear the weather was warm for you =)
Posted by Lisa Hill (Daytona Beach Real Estate) (Florida Property Experts) about 4 years ago

Love the pics, it looks beautiful!  Clearly you gals all had a great time! Thanks for sharing :)

Renae Fulton

Posted by Renae Fulton, GRI (First National Realty) about 4 years ago

Christina, I am glad you had a great time this weekend.  You work so hard, taking time to relax is important.  The photos of our great area are wonderful. 

Posted by F1rst Realty Company about 4 years ago
Looks like ya'll had a great time in the wilderness! Great pictures! :)
Posted by Lindsay Pendleton Marketing Agent Property Management in Baton Rouge (Relocating To Baton Rouge & Surrounding Areas) about 4 years ago

Hey there!

Missed your great blogs!  You MUST take time for yourself...PEACE & FAMILY.  I am totally a family person and it so easy to put them on the back burner in this biz.  That's one think that I will not compromise...they come first.

Glad to have you back & the photos look like I've been there myself.

Have a great week!

Yvette

Posted by YVETTE SMITH REALTOR IN WILLIAMSBURG VA WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA HOMES FOR SALE (LONG & FOSTER) about 4 years ago
Hi, Christina - It looks like ya'll had a great time.  The pictures are wonderful. We still have a speck of snow left on the ground but the MH is at the house and I'm anxiously waiting for our first trip of the season.
Posted by Fairbanks Alaska Real Estate Specialists Jesse & Kathy Clifton 907-328-9328 (Jesse Clifton & Associates, REALTORS®) about 4 years ago
What a wonderful weekend to be in nature with the people you love most in the world! So glad you are doing well. Tell your mother and Tera hello for me.
Posted by Anonymous about 4 years ago
Christina - Looks like everyone had a great time, pictures are great. What wonderful memories to cherish:)
Posted by Maria Mastrolonardo - Short Sale Realtor® ~ Naperville, IL Real Estate (RE/MAX of Naperville) about 4 years ago
Very good advice Keith. I am sorry about your Mother - Your words are wise and I'm taking them with me daily.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Lisa... I got the "Snake Divider" from online icon lines.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks for your comment Renae.. Yes we had a wonderful time.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Al... Glad to see you on-line.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago

Thanks Lindsay!   Hope you had a great weekend as well.

Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Hey Yvette!  Hope you had a good weekend too. How is your header project going? I'll check on you in a few. Thanks
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Jesse ~ I'm sure warm weather is just around the corner for you! 
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
I'm jealous! It sounds like a fun weekend. Don't have a sister, nor is my mom the active type for camping! You had some great bonding and much to be grateful for!
Posted by Carol Culkin, Dutchess County (Century 21 Alliance Realty Group ) about 4 years ago
Thanks Aunt Donna? or Aunt Shari?  "You guys need to leave your names!" ; ) Next time your coming too!  ; )
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Maria.... Thanks for your comment.. "Yes" lots of memories.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Christina,  Thank you for the update and sharing the your photos with us in the Rain.  Looks like you had an awesome time.
Posted by Jimmy McCall "The Ex-Mortgage Consultant" (TheHappyCottage.com) about 4 years ago
What a wondeful way to have a vacation!!!  My sister is in San Diego...but, I only live one hour from my parents.  We get together alot as a result.
Posted by Clint Miller (Real Estate Pipeline, Inc.) about 4 years ago

I am glad you had a fun time and you should read the post I just put up that you inspired!

Posted by Jeremy Blanton (210 Consulting~ Social Media Advisors) about 4 years ago
Christina - I think Fall Creek Falls is one of the prettiest parks in Tennessee. I've never camped there, but have picniked there several times. And..it's not a camping trip unless you have smores! I can smell them all the way here in Texas!
Posted by Linda Scanlan (A Fan of AR) about 4 years ago
Thanks Carol / SIS!  ; )
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Jeremy.. Great blog you have there! Always good to see photos of us in real life... Now we need to get out there and video!  ; o
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Linda.. Your gonna have to get back up here! ; )
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
I know!! My daughter just moved to Farragut and I haven't seen their new home. If I make it up there this summer I'll give you a shout.
Posted by Linda Scanlan (A Fan of AR) about 4 years ago
Sounds good. See you then!
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago

Christina, So great to see all of you having such a good time. Great photos. I love the boats with the fog on the water.

Posted by Perry Thompson about 4 years ago
Hey Christie, You are lucky to have that closeness with your mom and sister.  I miss you and I can't wait until we get together again. 
Posted by Trish.Weger Heating & Air, inc. about 4 years ago
Good for you Christina spending true quality time with your Mother & Sister. It looks like you had a wonderful time.  
Posted by Fox Cities Real Estate Hotline--- Bob Edwards, SFR- Appleton, WI (Coldwell Banker- The Real Estate Group, Inc.) about 4 years ago
Hey Trish..my oldest friend, Thanks! We need to get to gatlinburg again! Love and miss you.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
We had a fab time Bob. Thanks for your comment
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Perry.. Stay as "Real" as you are! Have a great week
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago

Wow! What amazing pictures! Well deserved trip for you!

You are an AMAZING person as well as a friend!

 

deb

Posted by deb short about 4 years ago

Hi Christina what great pictures to capture "making memories" moments. Looks like you had a great time in a beautiful spot. Isn't it great to get away?! Thanks for sharing .Cheers

 

Posted by Teresa Berry about 4 years ago
Hi Christina - I love the photos.  It must have been great getting together with your family!  It brings me back to my childhood camping experiences with my parents and our friends.  By the way...love the photo of the hiker sign on the tree :)
Posted by Jessica Bigger Realtor® California Coast Real Estate (RE/MAX Humboldt Realty) about 4 years ago
Glad you had such a wonderful time.  Tell your mom and Kera hello for us.  Continue to take good care of yourself and do what makes you feel good.  The pictures are great!!! I really enjoyed them.
Posted by Janice Melton, Murphy, NC about 4 years ago
I'm jealous. I need a vaca. Camping? I'll try it in the backyard first. :)
Posted by Greg Nino Houston Texas (RE/MAX West Houston Professionals) about 4 years ago

Thanks Deb.  Glad to see your doing well. Talk to you soon or see you at the next meeting

Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Teresa and thanks for your last compliment in blog!  ; )
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Jessica... Couldn't pass up the little cute hiker sign!  ; )   Have a great week.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Thanks Janice!!! Hope to get over to N.C. to see you soon. I'm sure your flower gardens are looking wonderful. Love you.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
Greg..lol.. We back yard camp sometimes too. Do what works. Have a blessed week.
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago

Christina,

What refreshing pics.  I can't call myself a hiker or camper, but I do enjoy walking around town when the weather is nice.  I love being able to be outside and not having to get on tons of gear to do it.  What great pics you have on your post and it looks like it was a nice time.

Posted by Rebecca Levinson, Real Estate Marketing Consultant (Real Skillz-Clear Marketing for Your Real Estate Vision) about 4 years ago

Rebecca, Taking a walk around the neighborhood during nice weather can be just as rejuvenating!

Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago
You all are looking great!
Posted by Charles Dee Climer about 4 years ago
Thanks Dad!  ; )
Posted by Christina Williams. REALTOR® TN property search & local insights (First Realty Company) about 4 years ago

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