Asheville + Nixon Goes Camping

Over Easter weekend, we took advantage of Donovan having a couple days off and spent the weekend in Asheville.  We split our time between relaxing in a hotel downtown and one night camping.  Nixon absolutely loved our time out in the woods.  He explored, found sticks, ate dirt, and sat in leaves to his little heart's content.  Sleeping in the tent was not as much of a hit, so much so that we actually called it quits after one night instead of staying for two like we planned.  But, now we know how to be better prepared for next time, and for his first time camping I'd call it a success.

Asheville

Asheville, you're our new favorite destination.  We loved your quaint downtown, delicious food, and beautiful scenery.

Our weekend consisted of driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, short hikes, exploring downtown (although we have no pictures to show for it), and, for a certain tiny person, cutting four teeth.  Thankfully, his mood was only slightly dampened and he enjoyed being out in nature as much as Donovan and I.

Our little adventurer

"Guys, my socks don't match my outfit.  This is so embarrassing."

His was as thrilled with snow as he was with the ocean

Linville Falls

Looking out over the Linville Gorge