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December 1, 2017

12/1/2017

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​Good Morning,
 
We had a high yesterday of 48 degrees; with an overnight low of 34 degrees. We received 0.3” of rain. It’s currently 35 and clear, above the clouds.
 
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I woke to the shimmer of stars peeking through my loft window. I dressed and promptly measured the rainfall, started the kettle, and recorded the daily weather readings. Looking out the kitchen window, I saw clear skies above and nothing but clouds below. After calling in the weather, I moved on the next part of my morning routine, seeing the birth of a day.
 
With a steaming cup of fresh coffee and stomach full of anticipating butterflies, I disappeared into the cold grey morning light. I walked in silence, politely letting the mountain have the first word. I made it to the junction for Myrtle Point and took a deep breath. Taking a slow sip of my coffee, I gently eased into my favorite part of the morning walk.
 
As I walked, I slowly let the butterflies loose. Cheeks getting sore from smiling, I could hardly wait to see the sun burst through the clouds below. Paralysis sunk in, just as the sun crested the clouds; I couldn’t move. My camera stared eagerly at the sunrise, ready for action. A small flock of birds danced through the smoking clouds. I came back to reality; releasing the camera’s shutter.
 
Onward,
Seth 

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May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.

~ Edward Abbey ~
10 Comments
Susan Hoffman
12/1/2017 10:41:21 am

Absolutely beautiful. How I long to be at Mrytle Point - watching the sunrise. Thank you Seth!

Happy Hiking!

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norman
12/1/2017 12:05:38 pm

Is this what Heaven is going to be like; much more! A new Heaven and earth!? Great photos

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Jan
12/1/2017 12:10:59 pm

Gorgeous capture. What a place to enjoy that morning java!

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Ginger Shuert
12/1/2017 12:23:13 pm

Seth, you're descriptive words are so engaging. I feel as though I'm right there experiencing the days along side you. I've hiked and stayed at LeConte so many times through the years, but every trip brings new adventures and magic! Thanks for bring a little of the mountain into my home every day!

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Franklin
12/1/2017 06:50:16 pm

Note: That is heaven. Enjoy the moment.

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norman
12/1/2017 07:58:24 pm

Seth, where was the photo of you on 'daily post page' made?; if i may ask? Or do you see these comments?

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Donna
12/1/2017 08:54:35 pm

Another absolutely gorgeous sunrise!

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John
12/2/2017 06:54:36 am

Awesome pictures, Seth! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and reflections each day.

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Angie
12/2/2017 10:32:17 am

Stunning shot and you painted such a beautiful picture with your words - thank you!

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Billy Meador
12/2/2017 09:58:20 pm

I was there Nov 1 & 2 2017. Solo hiked up Alum Wednesday and back down Thursday. Probably my 5th overnight and 10 trip to LeConte. My grandparents Clyde and Gretchen Wood worked at the lodge for several years in the mid sixties. LOVE my LeConte. Will return.

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