Happy little trees

This happy little tree looks pretty psyched about the snow.... I couldn't agree more!
We saw this along the Twin Creeks Trail in Gatlinburg.
It is a rare treat for us to be able to hike and enjoy falling snow at the same time. So far this winter season we've had that privilege twice. Still, I hope for a few more repeats :-)

Come hike with me...

I looooooove to hike. Love it! We usually go once a week, but if I could I'd probably go every single day.
Fall is my very favorite season for hiking. When the leaves turn a spectacular array of colors, the world begins to take on an unnatural feel. The wind blows and the leaves gently float down like confetti. Sometimes the intense blue sky and vivid leaf color literally stops me in my tracks, and I just stand and stare for a while (which I'm told is rather annoying).
Then, from staggering bursts of fall color we merge into the cold, dead look of winter. Of course, winter does have its benefits..... you can more easily see old footpaths and rock walls that are overgrown in summer, and...... snow!! I'm eagerly awaiting the first of the season.