It’s too bad that you can’t pick the type of weather you will have when you’re on vacation. Sometimes, it’s rainy and overcast, which can put a damper on what you originally wanted to do. Although I think that during those times when plans don’t work out the way we envision that we make some […]

With every passing week, I can feel that spring is getting closer. I suppose that making a point to go on a weekly hike is helping me to notice this a little sooner than I normally would. While I love winter and the snowy, cold weather that it brings, it can sometimes cause me to […]

 {National & State Parks} 6. Blue Ridge Parkway This 469 mile long scenic drive starts in Virginia, meanders through North Carolina and ends in Tennessee. It is an extremely popular destination among those who covet the myriad of colors our region is famous for producing. Seeing your favorite vistas and hikes cloaked in the most […]

Our time was short, and the sightseeing was kept to a minimum, but there was still enough time to visit a few different landmarks while in Brevard, NC a few weekends ago. And, since we are only a hop, skip and jump away I figure that future explorations are definitely on the horizon. The first […]

After nearly an entire week of rain, we were rewarded with the most glorious weather. That is precisely why I wanted to make the most of our weekend. I didn’t make a fuss about planning anything specifically, but I knew that I wanted to see a waterfall after such heavy rainfall. And even though I […]

Wayfaring WandererMy name is Jessica and I’m a wedding, engagement and lifestyle photographer based in Boone, NC. I’m known for capturing the spirit of the folks I photograph–the expressions, gestures, and details that are outward expressions of our innermost selves. I love working with couples, individuals and families who are committed to travel, adventure, and […]

North CarolinaLinn Cove ViaductBlue Ridge Parkway Milepost 304.6 View Large Commonly referred to as the “missing link”, the Linn Cove Viaduct spans one of our world’s oldest mountains.The modern marvel was designed with the intention of preserving this precious land. It was completed in 1983 at a cost of almost $10 million dollars. The viaduct […]

North CarolinaBlue Ridge ParkwayTanawha Trail – From Rough Ridge parking area to Wilson Creek Overlook 2.9 Miles Round-trip View Large In order to preserve the delicate environment yet allow access,a 200-foot-long elevated boardwalk crosses the landscape. The rest of the trail, however, takes you through narrow corridors over rocky paths.Due to the recent rain, most […]

North Carolina Blue Ridge Parkway Flat Top Mountain Carriage Trail On this particular day, I was ever so eager to get outside and bask in the gorgeous weather.On days like this, I like to hop on over to the Blue Ridge Parkway.We live less than an hour away from some of the most magnificent hikes […]

I went for a walk on Saturday afternoon while Cody was at work.I picked a hike that I’ve done a few times, and wasn’t too far from the house.By the time you reach this fence, you’ve gone about half way on the two mile hike.By the time I reached the fence I was huffing and […]