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Been catching up on all the work I've missed out on. The thing is though, catching up on work is so much better when nestled amid trees older than I am.

The cup of "beaten coffee" is a nice bonus what with the chill in the air in spite of the sun.

#MountainLife

Photo shows a speckled blue ceramic cup with white daisies on it, being held up by a hand.

There is steaming hot coffee in the cup.

A patio framing greenery and a mountain range are visible, out of focus, beyond the cup.

A true hero is one who selflessly assists others in the moment of trouble.
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🌙 Did you know hiking at high altitude can mess with your sleep and even your dreams?

Check out “High Altitude Dreams Explained: Why Your Dreams Get Weird” on The Next Summit. I dive into how your body reacts to the thin air, what it means for sleep and recovery, and how to plan for better nights above the tree line.

👉 https://thenextsummit.org/high-altitude-dreams-explained/

#AltitudeSickness #MountainLife

Elk Party?
Elk Party.

#Wildlife #Elk #MountainLife

A young elk suckles from his mother on the side of the road.

A substantial bull elk walks with a doe between road and trees

An elk herd ascends from field to cross a four lane road

A bull elk grazes alongside a road with a mountain rising beyond him.

Sun Meets Mountain. #mountainlife #hikingadventures #landscapephotography #naturelover #wales #walesadventure #snowdonia #mountainstream #goldenhour #hillwalking #mountainviews #outdoors #getoutside #smartphonephotography #photography

A dramatic, sunlit landscape photo of a steep, rocky hillside. In the foreground, a bare, small tree stands on the left, balanced by mossy tree stumps and sun-drenched, long grass on the right. A narrow stream cascades down the centre of the slope, with rugged rocks and scree all around. The sun bursts brightly over the top right of the hill, casting long, sharp shadows across the foreground and creating a strong contrast between the light and shade.

Sun, Drenched. #mountainlife #waterfallwednesday #ireland_travel #hikingadventures #naturephotography #wildernesstones #landscapephoto #scottishhighlands #visitireland #getoutside #beautifuldestinations #smartphonephotography #photography

A dramatic landscape photograph of a rocky mountain slope with a stream cascading rapidly down the centre. The sun bursts over the crest of the hill, creating a bright halo effect and casting a golden light on the rugged terrain and a single small pine tree on the upper right. The foreground features dark rocks and vibrant green and brown grasses. The sky is partly cloudy with intense light breaking through.

My door cam captured an "unknown person or animal" at 8 this evening.

Doorcam? The word you were looking for is 'bear'. You saw a BEAR. Probably the same bear that damaged that garage door last night.

#Bears #MountainLife

Don't be afraid of death!!
"Death is inevitable and can come unexpectedly, whether we are at home, outside or anywhere else. Life and death are beyond our control. Perhaps the one who created us knows best when our time will end."
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Minor traffic jam getting home.
#MountainLife #Colorado #Wildlife

Several elk stand in the middle of the road blocking traffic in both directions on a two lane

Adventures in #MountainLife

The floor is not lava, the bathroom floor is a fucking glacier. Lava would be an improvement.

🐾✨ Meet our newest porch patrol recruit! ✨🐾

We’ve officially adopted this super cute wooden garden dog. Hand-carved, weather-worn, and full of Appalachian soul. 🏡🌲

This pup was at the house two doors down. We had a contract on that house but backed out after a really bad home inspection report. Then that home went up for auction but didn't meet the reserve. So, the owner is now going to rent it out. I have admired this pup for two years and wanted to give it a good home. So, yesterday, when the owner pulled up, we made him an offer and adopted him. Cash always works. 😁

This pup is now standing proudly by the bungalow with his tongue out and tail (imaginary) wagging, he’s ready to guard the yard, greet guests, and pose for every season’s photo op. The Yorkies have already put him in training for Porch Patrol.

🎃💐 Right now, he’s rocking a fall vibe with bright orange mums in happy pumpkin buckets from Home Depot but don’t be surprised when he’s decked out for Christmas, spring blooms, or mountain summer porch parties! I wonder if he likes #moonshine ?🤔

Welcome to the family, big wooden buddy. Now, we gotta name him. Any ideas??? 🐕❤️

#PorchPatrol #AppalachianMountainBungalow #WoodenDog #MountainLife #BungalowStories #YardArtWithHeart #YardArt #MumsAndPumpkins #AppalachiaAdventures #Dogs #Flowers

A large wooden sculpture of a dog sits in a yard beside a white house. The dog is carved in a chunky, rustic style with big floppy ears, a short muzzle, and a happy pink tongue sticking out. Its wood is weathered and painted white, though the base is cracked and rough from age. On each side of the dog are bright orange potted mums set in pumpkin-shaped planters with carved jack-o’-lantern faces, giving a cheerful autumn feel. Behind the scene are some bushes, a gravel driveway, and a green lawn with trees and a few scattered houses in the distance.

The Ribbon of Powerscourt. #irishlandscape #wicklowmountains #waterfall #scenicview #naturesbeauty #greenireland #irelandtravel #hiddengem #mountainlife #forest #getoutside #smartphonephotography #photography

A wide-angle landscape view of a steep, verdant hillside in the Wicklow Mountains. The slope is densely covered in a mix of dark green coniferous and lighter green deciduous trees and shrubs, with exposed grey rock faces visible among the foliage. A prominent, ribbon-like waterfall cascades down the centre of the slope, pooling in a small clearing at the bottom where a winding path is visible. The sky is overcast and grey, giving the scene a soft, muted light.

Mountain Water Calm. #artslough #ireland #landscape #nature #outdoors #ireland #hiking #mountainlife #scenic #beautifuldestinations #travel #earthfocus #lakeland #rockyterrain #heather #rural_love #smartphonephotography #photography

A vertical shot of a clear blue lake with numerous moss-covered rocks scattered across its surface, leading towards a steep hillside covered in brown and reddish-brown heather and scattered white boulders. The foreground shows tall, dry reeds, and the sky above the hill is partly cloudy, suggesting an autumn or early spring day in a rugged mountainous area.

In the Middle of the Flow. #forest #nature #trees #woodland #sunlight #moss #hiking #outdoors #greenery #landscape #mountainlife #scenery #smartphonephotography #photography

A vertical shot of a sun-dappled hillside covered in coniferous trees, mossy rocks, and patches of bright green grass. A prominent evergreen tree stands near the centre, illuminated by a shaft of sunlight, contrasting with the dark shadows of the dense forest behind it. The foreground features grey, textured rock and earth.

✨ After decades, this Appalachian mountain bungalow has a brand new tin roof which is a true classic in these hills. 🌄✨ Tin roofs have long been part of Appalachian mountain life. I have fond memories of sleeping under them at many of my ancestor's and relative's homes. They hold strong through summer storms, echo the music of rain on quiet nights (a nostalgic experience), and help a home breathe through seasons of heat and cold.

The cupola and fireplace (covered in concrete!) were removed. So much wood underneath the old shingle roof had to be replaced due to rot. Dozens of workers over 10 days to fix, repair, build, and install this tin roof. The noises were incredibly *loud*. Footsteps over my head started prior to dawn every morning. We had the kindest and most talented people help add to the history of this home.

This deep navy roof, a nod to my husband's and FIL's #USMC service, isn’t just pretty, it was required due to multiple leaks. It’s protection for another century of family stories, porch sitting, and Appalachian memories yet to be made. Here’s to keeping this little piece of mountain history standing tall for the next 105 years. 🏡💙

#Appalachia #AppalachianMountainBungalow #TinRoof #MountainHeritage #MountainLife #OldHouseLove #PorchStories #BlueRidgeMountains

🪵✨ In Georgia, everybody knows what “Love Shack” means because of the song, but, oh, it's more than just a song, it’s a whole mood. Around here, it’s about porch sittin’, #moonshine sipping, heart-to-hearts, and turning a place into somewhere that love feels at home.

This 105 year old #Appalachian mountain bungalow is slowly becoming our Love Shack. I think it's time to start focusing on the future and make our family's stamp on the place. History still lives here under the roof but so does our own dreams and serenity. From uneven floors to comfy sofas to a place filled with #Yorkies, laughter, and family. Every corner is being filled with our stories.

BTW, you are welcome for the #earworm. May the song sit with you all day long. Get up and dance because life is short. 💛

#LoveShack #Appalachia #BlueRidgeMountains #PorchLife #MountainLife #AncestryRoads #AppalachianMountainBungalow #b52s

A rustic wooden armchair with wide, flat arms sits on a gray-painted porch floor. The seat cushion is black and worn smooth with age. Resting across the chair’s back is a colorful patchwork pillow stitched with bold letters that read “LOVE SHACK.” The pillow has red fringe trim and bright fabric squares in pink, orange, teal, mustard, and white. The chair is placed against light-colored porch walls with screened windows looking out toward a gravel driveway and greenery.

Forest, Rock and Water. #Ireland #IrishLandscape #WicklowMountains #AutumnColours #VisitIreland #LandscapePhotography #NatureLover #ScenicView #TravelIreland #ExploreMore #MountainLife #GreenSpaces #smartphonephotography #photography #Wicklow #LoughDan

A photograph of a rocky hill covered in green and yellow trees, with purple and red brush, sloping down to meet a dark, calm body of water in the foreground. In the background, rolling hills covered in a blanket of purple heather rise under a partly cloudy sky.

✨ From old to roots to 'roads✨

This old wardrobe has found its new home in my Appalachian office. Once part of a matched suite in someone’s bedroom nearly a century ago, now it will hold #genealogy #books and decades of my research of my Appalachian family and history. It is ready to take it's place and store my little treasures of Ancestry Roads.

With its cabriole legs, deep wood tones, and quiet history, it feels right at home here in the mountain but I am convinced this was built in the Midwest. I bought it over a decade ago during an auction of from Detroit. It used to store my sons Skylanders and video games.

I think the Queen Anne legs and veneered front panels place this in the Depression era to post-war period.

#Appalachian #Antiques #AncestryRoads #Appalachia #AppalachiaMountainBungalow #MountainLife #OldMeetsNew