Black Mountain, NC

Since we will be moving next summer (I can't believe how fast our four years here is passing!) Scott and I are trying to see as much of NC as we can. We decided to rent a house in the mountains for the week and found a great one in Black Mountain. Originally the plan was to go to Asheville, but we never actually made it there. :)
We had a few days to ourselves and were then joined by Kate, Brian, Bridget and Dillon. We had a great time hanging around the house (and on the porch) and visiting near by towns. This was probably the best time of year to visit because of the leaves changing colors. It was really beautiful scenery. The weather was nice too. We had one rainy day, but the rest were perfect.

This picture was taken from our porch. The water was a little shallow, but Scott was able to try out the kayak I got him for his birthday. We also went to Lake Lure so he could have a little more time in the water.

This waterfall was a short walk from the house. Scott got some great pictures of it.

On my birthday, Scott, Caroline and I went to Chimney Rock. We climbed to the top and the view was amazing. The house we rented was in such a great spot because we were only about 10 mintues from Chimney Rock and Lake Lure.

Climbing to the top! Well, actually taking a break to catch my breath. :)

This was probably a little more than halfway to the top. I was not so sure about being up on that rock, but Scott talked me into it.

Scott caught this massive fish in the river that passed by the house. :)

View from the porch.

We had such a great time. It was nice for Caroline to have time to spend with her cousins. She and Dillon had fun playing together and Bridget really liked playing barbies with Brian! It was such a nice trip and we hope to take more soon!!