We took a day trip from Flanner’s to see some good friends that were on vacation in Emerald Isle. It’s about 45 minutes from point to point. I loved being able to connect with friends so soon after we left, it eased the sting of leaving just a tiny bit!
I never get tired of this kind of picture! Lead me to the water!
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Shenandoah National Park
We were pretty close to Shenandoah National Park, so we went during the week! The kids were stoked to get their second Junior Ranger Badge. We went to Big Meadows, near mile 51. When we got there, an actual Junior Ranger Program was about to start, so we joined the group.
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Stop #4 – Sesquicentennial State Park, Columbia, SC
And just like that, it was Saturday again. Time to say goodbye to Myrtle and start (slowly) making our way back north.
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FRANKLIN BBQ!
Aaron Franklin, of PBS fame, is THE bbq king, and his famous bbq joint is in Austin. This was Billy’s #1 on places to visit for the entire trip. Billy started smoking meat after watching his show and receiving Aaron’s book from yours truly last Christmas. He may or may not keep it on his bedside table next to his bible. We had been really bummed because their pit room suffered a fire in August, and was closed until further notice. BUT… luck was on our side, and they reopened the Tuesday before Thanksgiving!!
You you Vikings!!! I’m living vicariously through you guys. Steve Frey here, your former neighbor. Gonna have fun travelling with you (in spirit of course). Keep me informed on where you’re going and how much fun you’re having.
Haha!! Thanks, Steve!!! We’re having a blast so far! We do miss the ‘hood though!