Being in two places at once; Smoky Mountains

I'd always told my kids that I can't be in two places at once, but I guess I was wrong :)

The Great Smoky Mountains – what a beautiful place to see. Great place for boys if your traveling with teenagers. I LOVE to see new places. What’s your favorite place to visit?

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Anonymous said…

Ciao!
This post fuelled my dream of one day traveling trough the States by car taking my time...
Beautiful sceneries indeed.
Greetings from the old continent.

April 13, 2012 at 8:18 AM

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