On Top of the Big V A

Being adventuresome wine tasters, we stopped at a few overlooks along the Blue Ridge Parkway on the way back to Blacksburg. Living in flat Texas for even a few months left me longing for the spectacular valley views mountainous terrain can produce. Though the day was slightly overcast and hazy, we were still presented with great views of the Old Dominion. Being unseasonably warm, some trees were starting to bud producing pockets of color to be enjoyed. At our second overlook stop, a small trail abetted the parking lot that looked enticing, at least to David, Kris, and Mary. Angela, Bic, and I followed the three up the steep incline after locking the cars. At the top was an older, sketchy cabin with a fantastic view. After some candid pictures, gnats drove us off the mountain. The weekend was great and made us hopeful for Spring, but then Winter came back. We had snow on Good Friday and a frigid Easter. The few days of 70 degree weather are to be missed, but much more appreciated when they get here.