Watson’s Mill Bridge
The bridge is still used by vehicular traffic. The vertical clearance is 9′.
Today Peggy and I took the trail from the campground to the covered bridge. Although they have 7 miles of trails, it was only 3/4 to the bridge. But it was narrow, steep and rugged in places.
I was delighted to realize I could do it without getting winded. My recovery after quitting smoking last September is phenomenal! We did cheat and take the road walk back to the campground to avoid tripping on roots, though.
Bridge interior
We could not have ordered more beautiful weather. Warm, sunny, gorgeous, with a gentle, refreshing breeze and low humidity! Spring at its very best.
I took tons of pictures of Peggy’s cute little 17′ Apex trailer. She has done a beautiful job personalizing and decorating it.
I’ll post those pictures tomorrow.
Closeup of wooden joining pins
Peggy on trail bridge
Along the trail
Smooth, scenic trail near the old gristmill site
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Ruth Ann
/ April 23, 2014Great photography!
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Sharon
/ April 23, 2014Thanks, Annie. I had a beautiful subject!
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judilyn
/ April 23, 2014Yaaay! – for no smoking!!!! Good goin’!!!!!
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Sharon
/ April 23, 2014I never dreamed I would be able to quit after smoking for 47 years. And I never even dared hope that my health would improve so much when I finally did!
I told Peggy today that it really is a miracle!
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judilyn
/ April 24, 2014Good for you. I’ve never smoked, but I watched my mother try to quit so many times. Hooray for you! ;->
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MarciaGB
/ April 24, 2014Beautiful walk and hooray on feeling better after quitting smoking! Not an easy thing but you DID IT!
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Sharon
/ April 24, 2014Once in a while when I’m stressed or frustrated, I still think I would like a smoke. But then I immediately remember what smoking was like and how great I feel now, and it makes it easy to say NO! 🙂
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Judy Crankshaw
/ April 24, 2014Good for you for sticking with not smoking. It’s so difficult, but so worthwhile.
Nice photos – you really have a good eye.
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Sharon
/ April 24, 2014Thanks, Judy! It’s hard to take a terrible photo when you have something so beautiful to “aim at.” 😀
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rainss61
/ April 24, 2014Yay for feeling better!! Great pics- wonderful spot with a friend!! Nice🌻
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Sharon
/ April 24, 2014It would be lovely without a friend. It’s magic with a friend!
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Gerri Jones
/ April 24, 2014What a beautiful place!! I would think a “hidden gem” because you rarely hear much about this park. The trail looked so inviting…especially that bridge!!! Excellent job with the picture. Doesn’t it feel great to be able to do something that you couldn’t do before?? Makes the effort so worth it all….congratulations!!!!
Can’t wait to see pics of the Apex!! I love seeing how people personalize their campers.
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Sharon
/ April 24, 2014Gerri, it is a hidden gem. And the campsites are so huge. Peggy and I have the only two campsites that are directly across from each other. All the others are staggered so they feel even more private. I am just thrilled that Peggy chose this place because there’s no way I would have discovered it on my own!
Quite honestly, I almost feel like Superwoman now that I can get out and do things. Imagine how much I could do if I would work at getting in shape! That’s got to be my next endeavor!
I love my Casita, but after seeing Peggy’s little trailer, I have a new appreciation for other brands. I truly envy her washable walls! 🙂
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lynne
/ April 24, 2014Sharon, I am so happy to hear about your success with the non smoking! Did not want to ask about your status as it is so hard to quit! Great to hear that you can hike around doing things that you enjoy! Congratulations!
Looks like a lovely place!
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Sharon
/ April 24, 2014Lynne, I am as surprised as anyone that I made it. But my doctor did put a royal scare into me. And when I realized I was on my way to being an invalid, unable to enjoy the outdoors, that was the incentive I needed to make quitting possible this time.
You should hear the birds here! I haven’t heard such a noisy variety in a long time. It’s wonderful!
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JO
/ April 24, 2014Great pictures and you know I just love water. I quit smoking 7 yrs ago I just said enough and if the smell bothers you then yep it was time. Good for you and anyone else who quits. What a waste of money and mostly our health.
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Sharon
/ April 24, 2014I do wish I had all the money I spent on cigarettes since I was 17 right now! But I’ll be content with feeling so good and being able to breathe deeply! 🙂
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