Greetings from Asheville, N.C.

Just popping in to say that everything ran smoothly this time and I am safely at Ridgecrest on the outskirts of Asheville. It looks gorgeous - tucked into the mountains. Will try to get some photos of it all for you to enjoy!My room is fourth from the left - ground floor ... see those mountains in the background???? This will be another land of ups and downs!

While I was trying to get a photo I was soundly scolded by this one and its partner ... nest must be nearby.
It's a beautiful place to be ... and it looks as though it will be an interesting time here -- even when I'm not outdoors enjoying the scenery and getting a workout from those ups and downs!

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention that we were handed bear alert notices on arrival!