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Here Come the Rhododendron

6/8/2012

 
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"How old would you be if you didn't know how old you are?" - Satchel Paige
As my birthday comes around again, I grow to love this quote more and more. I consider myself lucky to have such an amazing job surrounded by such fun loving individuals. Since I was talking about the crew yesterday, I will continue to sing their praises. They help keep me young. I feel as though I am constantly learning new things, hearing new music, opening myself to different view points and never taking each day for granted. We must live each day as if their is no tomorrow. I do realize it is a little easier for me to say this being surrounded by such beauty. The absense of everyday life makes time slow down. I will take these words and daydream about them as I hike off the mountain for my days off. I am off to spend my birthday with the cutest 6, 8, and 10 year old I know, my nieces and nephew. I am sure they will add to my staying young at heart. I will leave you to the entertaining stories of Mr. Kirkham. See you in a week with visions of "The Wedding".
Juanita
6/8/2012 12:39:05 am

Happy birthday I know you feel blessed to have a job like that away from every day rush.

doug y
6/8/2012 01:31:21 am

Happy Birthday; loved the quote; you are certainly blessed to have such a job; I envy you; If only for a single season, I would absolutely love to be a crew member ! The photo was great, too ! G'day,

Brian N bama
6/8/2012 01:51:35 am

Finally going to get boulevard off my to do list!!!!! Headed up Alum sunday with my 2 boys to stay in the shelter and then out Boulevard. Can't wait.

Ben
6/8/2012 07:02:16 am

That's great Brian. I know you had inquired a while back about Boulevard in and Alum down all in one day. I'm glad you've got more time for your first Boulevard experience. I hope you get the visibilty for the Jumpoff side trip. However, I get the feeling you and your boys will be on cloud 9 whether the sun is shining or not (re:your Trillium monsoon story). Happy trails to y'all!

Brian N bama
6/8/2012 10:32:20 am

yep I hope we get to hike in some dry weather. last 2 trips to the top have been either snow or rain. hoping for sunny skies (hint hint Allyson)

Happy Birthday! Enjoy your time off and family.
6/8/2012 01:52:02 am

Darwin
6/8/2012 02:32:35 am

What a great birthday gift... the blooming of the Rhododendron.

Happy birthday.

Pat N.
6/8/2012 03:04:15 am

The Happiest of Birthdays to You!

Tony Ga
6/8/2012 06:28:25 am

Happy B'day!

Jacque J
6/8/2012 06:51:02 am

Happy Birthday Allyson and best wishes to John and Bonnie!! Beautiful picture. Any news on when Gregorys bald will be in full bloom?

SC
6/8/2012 11:25:09 am

I heard the bald is at peak now. I hiked up Monday and it was awesome. Someone else said to hike it before the weekend is over. A lot of the flowers looked like they were going to be wilting soon. So if you Are going to hike up, go soon!

Sherleen Cardwell
6/8/2012 08:38:15 am

Happy Birthday Allyson ! I hope you and hubby have a restful fun time while off the mountain.Thanks for your contribution of blogs. Love them all.

Debi link
6/8/2012 08:44:21 am

Happy Birthday!! Have a great day!!

papawlg
6/8/2012 09:07:49 am

Happy Birthday Allyson! You speak both with maturity beyond your years,and love from the heart.Great job LeConte crew.Thank you all.

Alan
6/8/2012 10:30:45 am

Happy Birthday Allyson!

Diane S
6/8/2012 01:19:52 pm

I also am celebrating my birthday today, so it seems we have more in common than our love of Mount Le Conte. Happy birthday!

Ken T
6/9/2012 06:53:40 am

HAPPY Birthday to you !!!!!
Ken &Harriett


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