Leftofcenter said at 11:04 p.m. on Nov 19, 2009: after Sweet Pea and boot camp, I'm sorta wow (yes I said wow) this fir tree landscape looks like Canada!! this is so outdoorsy, rugged terrain, unending highways and then a couple of crazy bikers. beautiful photos amiga, I'm glad I had my (faux) hiking boots on.
Mel_Snyder said at 11:09 p.m. on Nov 19, 2009: I really like the first shot in the series - and aren't those flowers Mountain Laurel (at least that's what we called them in CT)
Abking said at 11:18 p.m. on Nov 19, 2009: I've heard of it, and now I've seen it! Cheers to the bike riders!
Karsten said at 11:29 p.m. on Nov 19, 2009: Incredible landscape Linda - i just imagine the great trip and time you had!!! The details of the stones, treetrunks, the angle with the bridge - just wonderful!!! Thanks a lot! A fav for me (really can´t take a fav pic..;-)
Lifequest22 said at 11:39 p.m. on Nov 19, 2009: The Blue Ridge is one of my favorite places to visit. It's always a awe inspiring ride through some of the most beautiful scenery.
Glad you had your hiking boots on Leftie.....Mel, I think those are Rhododendron. ..
Allan, glad you got to see the Blue Ridge..These are the Mountains that the Appalacian Trail runs through. I've also packbacked parts of the trail which starts at Springer Mt. GA and runs all the way to Maine. It's the nation's longest marked footpath, at approximately 2,178 miles
Lifequest22 said at 11:41 p.m. on Nov 19, 2009: Karsten--You would love driving the Parkway--it really is breathe taking.
Andre. said at 1:55 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: I need this kind of adventure – sit on the edge of a cliff with my glass and look at breathtaking landscapes. What a trip.
Wildthing said at 1:58 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Great shots of awesome scenery, Linda. We've done part of the Skyline Drive from the Virginia end, back in '98, before I had a digi camera.
Lageho said at 2:58 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: This part of North Carolina looks nice.
Babooshka said at 4:09 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: An absolute WOW!!!!!!! fave for me the pics, the lay out, everything!
Jesusgoz said at 5:51 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Absolutamente magnífico.
NeusinhaGedoz said at 6:22 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Linda, your photos are extremely beautiful. The textures are espciais. A great tabblo, no doubt.
Leftofcenter said at 7:42 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: PackBacked?? you're just trying to confuse me I know it...
Waltinho said at 8:01 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: I am a cyclist, Annelies. This tabblo is marvellous. It is my style. Congratulations!!!
Chaitiamma said at 8:07 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Photo #9 is amazing !!!
Pkeener said at 9:51 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: What a sweet Good Morning this Tabblo is. Blue Ridge Parkway is on my List and hope to drive it next time visit Carter. I can see the thin blue line of the mountains from where they live. Just like you have captured here. I love how you made this in the large format, to detail the wonderful lichen and moss, grass and trees, rocks and sky. My fave, although it's hard to pick one...is the Welcome sign on the roof shot from above the trees, and the last one with the mist rolling down the mountain, and the close ups of the bark, and the subtle tones in #9. gorgeous
I think this looks like film?
GaulesesLatinos said at 10:21 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: WOW!!!!!!!! VERY BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!
Chilla said at 10:44 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: A beautiful Tabblo Linda. I really like the close-up pictures linking these wonderful panoramic vistas.
Lifequest22 said at 11:20 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Andre--you would just have to be careful not to fall off the mountains.:)
Thanks, Mike..I drove Skyline drive back in the 70's and it has a great view of the Shenandoha Valley.
Daan--the scenery is everywhere and was easy to find lots of good shots...Thank you.
Walter--the Blueridge is a bikers paradise.
Annelies--I really did backback the southern AT twice.We slept in the shelters along the trail.And did a day hike on the Virginia section.
Pam--I hope you get a chance to drive the parkway..the northern section in VA is called Skyline drive..Thanks--I think the large format really fits this type of landscape photography.
Celia--Everything is larger than life in the Blueridge mountains, so I thought that adding the closeups would give that "being there" feel.
Thanks David, Gauleses, Lars, Jesus, Neushina.
Leftofcenter said at 11:23 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: backback??? loool you know I always read the Oscar speeches. you're so funny Lindo...
Lifequest22 said at 11:28 a.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Another typo---BACKPACK.....geesh.Guess I'm catching Pam's Dyslexia
JuDeck said at 12:08 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: rolling hills, water and fog....beautiful set.
Lifequest22 said at 12:18 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Thanks, Jude...
Pam--These are digital..With my Canon--this was the trip when I fell with my camera which survived the fall just fine.
Candlepower said at 12:38 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Gorgeous! Love the natural beauty. A Fav!
ConnieL said at 12:53 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: This is a beautiful area of the country!! Seeing your pictures makes me want to go again.
Lifequest22 said at 1:02 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Thanks Pat and Connie..
RosaneMar said at 3:12 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Linda, excellent tabblo. My favorite is nº 12- the cyclist and his bike.
Ira said at 3:26 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Your photos - perfect rest for my eyes, which very much have tired grey streets and cold of autumn. Very beautiful views. Thank you very much!
Gerardfotografeert said at 5:27 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Excellent tabblo and photo's, what a magnificent and rough landscape.
SnowWhite said at 5:44 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Magnificent scenery and has brightened a rainy day (s) here :)
AliDar said at 6:06 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: I needed a bit of this right about now. If you don't mind I'll just lose myself in the blue hills, the texture and line of the stone walkways, and the forest mist. Then, afterward, I think I'll pop into that orchard place and see what goodies they have to offer this time of year. Very nicely documented and photographed! Thank you. :)
Lifequest22 said at 6:13 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Thanks Rosane.....Ira=I'm glad these views are a good fit for your eyes. Lorraine--thank you. It won't be long before you enjoy the sunshine....Dar===Please feel free to wander the paths and stop in the orchard...they probably have lots of good apples like Gala, my fav...Thanks.
AliDar said at 6:19 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: Having a giggle at yours and Annelies packback/backpack discussion. <Grin> :)
Leftofcenter said at 9:47 p.m. on Nov 20, 2009: she says its a typo, but you can't trust to pogo girls...
Fabio_DL said at 1:09 a.m. on Nov 21, 2009: Amazing set! I loved everything, especially the gentle curves of Nature. This is a topnotch Tabblo! Thank you!
Lifequest22 said at 9:31 a.m. on Nov 21, 2009: Thanks Fabio and Gerard...
Janer said at 9:47 a.m. on Nov 21, 2009: Amazing set! I wish i can also go hiking here.
Snooway said at 4:19 p.m. on Nov 21, 2009: great images, love the last shot!
Debdog said at 8:18 p.m. on Nov 21, 2009: awww the smoky blue ridge...it is a beautiful place so easy on the eyes. i love the layers mother nautre makes, and the wisps of mist thru the trees.Something for everyone there:) very nice work Linda :)
FoguinhoFoto said at 2:03 p.m. on Nov 22, 2009: Beautiful.
Lifequest22 said at 7:13 p.m. on Nov 22, 2009: thanks Jane, Sue, Deb and Foguinho..
Merja-zerga said at 9:09 a.m. on Nov 23, 2009: Quel endroit magnifique!!! Mention spéciale pour #9, une mer de montagne, quoi de plus beau????? Merci et bravo Linda. ThierryKarine
Shenresi said at 11:54 a.m. on Nov 23, 2009: wonderful shots of this great landscape, Linda!!!really a fav for me-thx!!!
PhotoPop said at 11:02 a.m. on Nov 24, 2009: This reminds me of New Hampshire and the Kangamangus Highway. They are all part of the same chain of mountains, The Appalachians. Lovely shots.
Krisu said at 12:29 a.m. on Nov 25, 2009: Beautiful photos, you've captured so well all the views and also details. Good job!!
Lifequest22 said at 9:12 a.m. on Nov 25, 2009: thank you Thierry, Karrine, Angela, Kris....I love the Appalachians, John. Thanks.
Debdog said at 11:49 a.m. on Nov 25, 2009: me too...i just watched a thingy on history channel about the whole Appalachian Trail, and all the volunteers who keep it cared for. awesome places we have here :)
Lifequest22 said at 1:29 p.m. on Nov 26, 2009: You're right, Deb.I'll have to keep my eye out for that episode.
Carpenight said at 1:36 p.m. on Nov 26, 2009: beautiful
Isralev said at 4:05 p.m. on Nov 26, 2009: Seems wonderful!
Lifequest22 said at 6:35 p.m. on Nov 26, 2009: thank you Carenight and Israle.
HtD said at 9:12 a.m. on Dec 16, 2009: beautiful landscape. Wonderful Tabblo again
Lifequest22 said at 6:11 p.m. on Dec 16, 2009: And again--thank you, Henk.
Please wait while we load