Kathiey's World

I had a wonderful time during my stay in Bryson City NC.  What a lovely town. I loved being able to see the mountains in the distance.  Beautiful. There is a small downtown area with several shops and restaurants. I was lucky to have found a great place to stay, The Everett Boutique Hotel and Bistro . I knew as soon as I was greeted in the lobby that I had selected the perfect lodging for me. Everyone was so friendly and helpful.  It felt like I had come home. (My hotel is the brick building on the corner) My bed was perfect. The sheets are amazing and the bed comfortable. They have a great cooling system.  I love a cold room at night and with their system I had the ability to keep the room as warm or cool as I wanted. Perfect! I took a stroll downtown to see what I could find. I enjoyed a meal at Anthony's one night for pizza... ...but most of the time I ate at the Everett. I loved their breakfast...

 “ We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where our forerunner,  Jesus, has entered on our behalf .” Hebrews 6:19-20 From my readings, I have found that the anchor is a symbol of hope for people of faith. The anchor is a symbol of stability and strength. The purpose of an anchor is to keep a boat from drifting too far from its purpose.  For the boat, the goal would be to stay in a specific place.  For people of faith, the anchor keeps us from drifting from our faith, even during the worst storms that this life can hold. God is our anchor, our only constant in this journey called life.  God, our anchor, helps us not to be blown away by the wind and the waves created by circumstances that we can't control. "People are looking for stability in a shaky world. They want something they can get hold of that's firm and sure and an anchor in the midst of all of this instability in ...

📰Reading📰 What I Keep in My Pool Bag Great ideas on what to put in your pool bag.  I usually take a towel, a book, a water bottle and extra sunscreen.  How about you? 11 Cute Hiking Boots to Take You From Trail to Town I just wear my running shoes when I hit the trail.  I would like to get a pair of hiking shoes so this article will be helpful. How to be Happy  They give you 4 tips to help your on your quest for happiness. How to Navigate Parties as an Introvert I believe I lean toward being an introvert so this will be an interesting read. ******************************************************************************* 📽Watching📽 Top 10 Best Hiking Shoes for Women 2019 Reviews I need to go try some of this out.  I bet REI has them. If you like hiking check out Hiking With Kevin Nealon on YouTube This looks like a great site with lots of videos to watch. ***********************************************...

Welcome to a four-book reading wrap-up.   This is where I will be doing a mini-review of four of my just read books.  Let's get started... You can watch the book review video via this link Kathiey's World YouTube ********************************************************************************* Lets take a look at the books. (There is an Amazon link to each book.  If you are interested in a bit more information just click on the link.  I am an Amazon Affiliate.  If you click on the link and buy anything at all I get a percent of the sale with no cost to you...thanks:-) *************************************************************************** Here is a scale on how I rate my books. For me, the flow of the book is very important. ********************************************************************************* Down the Nile Alone in a Fisherman's Skiff by Rosemary Mahoney 268 Pages             ...

Several weeks ago I was in Bryson City North Carolina.  I had heard about the   Great Smokey Mountain Railroad and of all their many trips and decided to check them out. I decided to take one of their first-class trips.  This trip took me to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and then we traveled back to Bryson City.  This is a 4 1/2 hour journey with lunch included.  What fun! Here is my adventure in photos... Ready for my journey... The name of my train car is the Harper A view of the inside of the train and my delicious lunch. I would love to spend some time talking with this gentleman.   I bet he has some stories to tell. Nantahala Center This looks like an excellent place for a leisurely lunch. The water looks refreshing. There are many different excursions to choose from.  From seasonal trips to wine dinners.  Check out all of their offerings here .  I enjoyed my time on the tr...

I was walking with Brodie the other day when a very large flock of birds flew by overhead.  While I was watching the birds I thought back to an old song I used to like "His Eye Is on The Sparrow". "His eye is on the sparrow And I know he watches me I sing because I'm happy I sing because I'm free His eye is on the sparrow And I know He watches me. " Song Lyrics   Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care.   And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered.     So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. Matthew 10:29-31 The thought may cross our minds on many occasions that God does not love us, and He does not care about the things in our lives.  If God cared he would stop all the evil and pain in this life: I sure wish He would.  I believe there are so many things that we don't understand and that God does see us and cares more tha...

📰Reading📰 The Best State Park in Each State In my state of NC, they list Jockey's Ridge State Park.  I am not familiar with this park.   I will have to check it out. The 15 Best Tote Bags for All Your Travel Needs I like the Waterproof Warrior. Here is How to Book the Safest Room in a Hotel There are some helpful hints in this article.  I usually take a door stop with me. How to Pack the Perfect Toiletry Bag I have not taken a flight to a destination in a very long time.  I usually drive several hours to reach my next adventure.  My toiletry bag usually consists of gallon size storage bags with products thrown in.  If I do fly anywhere this article gives some good advice on  my toiletry travel packing needs. ******************************************************************************* 📽Watching📽 Here Are the Top Most Visited State Parks in North Carolina How Messy Should I Leave a Hotel Room ...

*July 19-21 is the Fine Art and Master Crafts Festival in Banner Elk NC *July 19-20 is The Alleghany County Fiddlers Convention in Sparta NC *July 19 is BBQ and Brews Fontana Trestle Train in Bryson City NC *July 20 in Fair Bluff NC is the NC Watermelon Festival *July 20 is Toast and Tunes at Cloer Family Vineyards in Apex NC As usual guys, you need to check all event websites to verify times and pricing.   I can't guarantee anything.   Whatever you decide to do have a great time. KathieyV

I had been thinking about taking a short time to the mountains.  One day I was at home and I thought to myself it is time to stop thinking about it and just do it.  The plan was to spend 3 days in Bryson City NC.  My dilemma was that I love to explore but do I really trust myself alone on unknown mountain trails?  The answer to that is a definite no.  I was fortunate that I decided to go to Bryson City because in Bryson City they have a Concierge/Guide service that caters to those of us that don't feel comfortable doing the exploring on our own.   Carolina Bound Adventures Here is a quote from their website With our expertise and familiarity in the area, we will help you create an unforgettable family vacation experience. Carolina Bound Adventures provides a number of different adventure packages, ranging from day-long to week-long adventures. We'll use our area expertise to guide your way by making reservations for you or even offering...