We continue to keep Grandma Alice on the go, on the road and around her two southern great-grand daughters. This week the day trip was to the South Carolina Up Country and along the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Byway. It was a warm day even in the foothills with temps in the mid-70s and a mix of bright sun and clouds. We put on 300 miles and got Grandma walking a bit again. Later this week it's Thanksgiving at the Masons and we'll post pics again.
Grandma Alice's great grand daughter Avery paints the floor...
while great grand daughter Kendall paints a picture.
Great Grandma Alice ready for another day.
Our first stop in the upcountry was in Landron, off mile marker one south of the North/South Carolina border. A quaint little town in the foothills of the Smokies and we heartily recommend the Hare & Hound Pub.
There are four notable old bridges in the up country of SC. Our first one was at Campbell's Covered Bridge.
Still sturdy!
The Klickity Klack bridge was a replica built by a private individual.
The covered bridge at Ballinger's Mill is now privately owned and has out buildings obviously intended for gatherings like weddings, etc. Truly a beautiful setting.
Poinsett's Bridge is really remarkable in its structure and preservation. Lots of history in SC that we have yet to explore. Yes, this is the Poinsett credited with bringing the poinsettia plant into the colonies.
Rose enjoys the beauty of the bridge's setting. I want to visit again in spring when the wild rhododendrons are in bloom.
The Gothic style arch of the bridge.
An unplanned, but fortuitous, stop at the Falls Park on the river Reedy in downtown Greenville
Cheese!
Grandma Alice got a little workout at the park. Beautiful gardens and miles of walkways.
Grandma is not as afraid of heights as she used to be.
1 comment:
What a great history lesson. Love it!
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