Hi everybody. Yeah, been a while. You know, I love me a good road trip and all, but, damn, what a whirlwind month it's been.
I knew something was coming up by the way mom and dad were getting rid of a bunch of crap and stressing out a bit.Mom and dad praised me for being such a good copilot, at least once I was let out of my stupid carrier. Oh, how I groaned and croaked and bellyached while zipped into the damn thing. We were on the road for 5 to 7 hours, dad and I up front and mom in the car behind us. |
Dad's girls, zonked out, hotel #1
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We hit the road again for day two of our little journey, another 5 to 7 hours, depending on how much a certain two humans had to pee and stretch and stuff. The ride wasn't too bad, but it was patience-testing at times for sure.
Our destination wasn't gonna be ready for a couple of days, so...I took up MY spot. Period. End of discussion. |
Dad's side of the bed, riiight
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| You guessed it- dad's side again |
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Yep, same. Find the kitty...
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Sooooo, here we are, in the little town of Black Mountain, North Carolina. We're an easy 20-minute drive east of Asheville, and mom and dad both said they hadn't realized how much they missed it down here. Pennsylvania just wasn't for us, and as far as dad's job goes, he says what he'll miss most is this big ol' goofnut. |
Dad's last day with the big pooch
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Sure, the sliders were cool. The front door screen was nice, but almost 3 years in Pennsylvania was about, oh, almost 3 years more than we'd care to have done. Everything down here's more enjoyable- the mountains, the humans, the air, the humans, the lifestyle, the humans- you name it. I can go out on our deck-supervised for now, of course- and I get to do this, too. We're up on the second floor, so my view's awesome.
It's been a crazy few weeks and we're not yet 100% settled, but we're getting there. Mom and dad have already gotten in a decent hike & some good walks and are gradually checking out all of their favorite places in & around Asheville. I think they're still trying to catch their breath, rest their bones and settle down, but long story short-
It's good to be home.
23 comments:
Wishing all of you the best of luck and much happiness in your new home!
Then I guessed correctly. I was certain you were getting ready to leave, I am so truly glad you found work in the place you love. I know the feeling of being home in an area that is a balm just being in! You are back to kinda-sorta being neighbors again, Smudge. I'll holler across the mountains.
SMUDGE AND DAD...YES ALL CAPS..I AM SHOUTING WITH GLEE AND JUBILATION AFTER READING YOUR BLOG. OMCsx 100000
what joyous news for you 3. AS I MENTIONED IN MY 2nd EMAIL TODAY WE ADORE BLACK MOUNTAIN. BRYAN WORKED WITH THE POWER COMPANY HIS ENTIRE CAREER. I ALWAYS TOLD HIM IF HE WAS TRANSFERRED TO BE SURE IT WAS BLACK MOUNTAIN. WE HAVE FOUND MEMORIES OF THE TRAIN RIDE FROM OLD FORT TO ASHEVILLE AND VICE VERSA. I TRULY UNDERSTAND ABOUT YOUR HEART BEING HAPPY IN WESTERN NC. IT IS A GORGEOUS AREA. BEST OF LUCK TO YOU IN YOUR NEW JOB. TELL SMUDGE WELL DONE ON THE TRAVEL FROM PA. SHE IS A SEASONED TRAVELER. SHE IS HAPPY WHERE EVER YOU AND MAUREEN MOVE YOU GAVE HER SUCH SECURITY
HUGS AND HAPPY HIKING TRAILS
SHOULD WE MAKE IT BACK TO THE MOUNTAINS I'LL LET YOU KNOW
HUGS CECILIA
Smudge we are so happy to see that the family is back where you want to be. In the mountains. Fresh air. And that you've landed with all four feet on the floor. It does sound like it was a rather exciting trip getting there. We can't wait to hear where Mom and Dad manage to get out and about to. Glad to see you.
Hooray, welcome home to North Carolina and I can only imagine how happy the homecoming is for you all!!!
Glad to hear the trip went well and I'll be looking forward to more posts. It's always best to be where your heart is happy!
Congrats on all of that! Had to look up Asheville NC on a map, as I'm such a midwesterner. Looks wonderful, and many happy purrs that you've found a soul-pleasing place now.
We missed you! That certainly was a big adventure for al of you, Smudge! We're glad to hear that you are all back in your happy place and environment and hope you settle into your new place very quickly. It sounds like you are already most of the way there!
Purrs,
The Chans
how awesum smudgie!!! dee mum hazza heard dat asheville izza awesum place and all artsy fartzy an stuff. she wuzza berry sadz win they gotz flooded. wum ovva her favorite musicians izza frum there, Warren Haynes, her plays the christamas jam there
Lulu: "That's wonderful, Smudge! Welcome back to home!"
Java Bean: "Ayyy, rumor has it our Mama and Dada almost moved to Asheville some 25 years ago, but we're glad they came here instead because otherwise somebody else would have adopted us, and I can't imagine not having Mama as my Mama!"
Chaplin: "None of us has ever had to move and neither did Dennis, but he used to tell us stories that the others told him about their big move across the country, like how Trixie didn't poop the entire way and how when the 'relaxation meds' kicked in Trouble and Pooh Bear would pop their heads up from the back of the car and start looking at the scenery going by."
Charlee: "Looking out the window of a moving car? That sounds horrifying!"
We are quite certain you all must be happier. The Asheville area is lovely, and there is lots to do there. Our humans are in western Virginia. Not quite as nice, but they are very happy there as transplanted Californians. Mom's grandpa was born in Virginia, so Mom always said she was just returning home. Enjoy your new home and return to your "old and better" life. XOCK, angels Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid & Sawyer, Lisbeth, Calista Jo, Cooper Murphy, Kizmet, Audrey, Raleigh, Gibbs & Tali
I wish you all the best in your new home.
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smudge..be bezt oh fizhez N all life haz ta off fur ewe N mom N dad...when ewe can callz a place HOME.....thatz total lee pawsum !!! N joy de new digz and de nayborhood N all that neet oh stuff !!! ♥♥♥☺☺☺ ( pea ezz...bee in abe bull ta lookz out a window N see TREEZ iz just de bezt =^..^= ) !!!
It's good to know all is well, and that you have found a great place to rest them bones, breath deeply and well, and enjoy life.
May the week and months and years ahead remain a delightful adventure for you all.
ERin
That was a long trip. Sounds like you did really well. I am glad your folks are much happier where they live now. XO
Moving, especially long distance, is a pain, but in the long run it sounds like you’ll all be much happier. Smudge, you’re a good traveler.
Hurray for moving back home! It's clear we all agree here. ~hugs~ You look unbearably adorable in these photos, sweet Smudge.
Oh, and as for having a built-in handyman, I almost envy your mom for that as much as where you all are living. lol Seriously, Southwest Ohio is home and residents almost always kind, but NC's mountain ranges and Atlantic shores are where I'd rather be. I've gone so far as to imagine living between the two depending on weather. ~grin~ Take care!
I'm so glad you've returned to where you're happiest!
Welcome home! I pray you all find it to be a place of joy as you settle back in.
Hi Smudge! Wow, that is some big news from you, Mom, and Dad!
While Dad will miss that big sweet doggo, we're so happy for you all that you are back home in North Carolina. It's as if it was calling to you that whole time you were in Pennsylvania. :)
Big hugs!
Have a wonderful new life. Thank you for your visit to my blog. Anesha x
Great photos and good road trip! All the best :-D
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