We went on vacation to the beautiful asheville North Carolina. It's been 4 years since we've had a vacation actually going somewhere, staying in a hotel room and all. Long time coming. We chose Asheville because of the arts, culture and nature. It's always been recommended to us that we check it out since we are both artists. And I've never been, the Husband went when he was a child.
We had a spectacular time!
We climbed Chimney Rock and looked upon beautiful scenery. So beautiful, it looked fake ... like it was painted on, happy little trees. It was a feat for me to climb, so when we reached the top, it was such a triumphant event. It was totally worth it. We climbed to Exclamation Point ... and that is exactly how it felt.
Downtown Asheville was so ... COOL, for lack of a better word! It felt so right. It was so "me". I could spend hours just walking or people watching or going to all the cool shops or hanging in Malaprops, an awesome bookstore.
The River Arts District was a very artsy place! So many different artists doing different things ... it was very inspiring. I have a new favorite artist. His name is Jonas Gerard, and his work was fantastic!! Check him out!
The food was amazing! We tried different, all local restaurants. The Husband tried all kinds of local beers. We probably gained some weight, but it was worth it!
We went whitewater rafting!! I was scared to death ... mainly of falling out of the boat which is a definite possibility. Signing the waiver that mentioned "death" didn't help. But it was SO MUCH FUN! We both got soaking wet, but it was a lot of fun, and I'd definitely do it again.
Leaving was sad, but I know we will be back. Asheville was a great place!
Downtown Asheville's Friday night drum circle
