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March 8th, 2018

3/8/2018

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Good morning,

It’s currently 9 degrees and socked in up top. There is currently 4” inches of snow on the ground.

24 hour temperature range: High 16 Low 9

*US Hwy 441/Newfound Gap Rd from Gatlinburg TN to Cherokee NC is temporarily closed due to snow/ice.

Stay up to date on road conditions here: https://goo.gl/HikrMr

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The mountain was exceptionally calm as I made my morning rounds. If my watch didn’t remind me that it was March, I would have mistaken the scene for those cold days of deep December. In only a couple days this barren lodge would be teeming with activity. Soon after, guests will be free to indulge in the beauty of Le Conte Lodge.

Kicking through the snow drifts, I wandered through the same areas I’d seen every morning; and yet, this familiar landscape always showed me something new. It was always different in some way. I’ve walked into buildings that look the same as the day I was born - but out here in nature, the same place is always a little different, changed in some way….I liked that.

Back in the kitchen, warm kerosene lamps gave the room a comfortable glow. The ancient kettle creaked and moaned from flame roaring on its haunches. I settled into my nook. The same nondescript corner of the kitchen JP would huddle towards - it didn’t take me long to find out why. As the propane heater warmed my back, I opened my computer and began the days blog. A hot cup of Lady Grey tea would soon aid in the thawing process.

Spring was coming.

Onward,
Seth
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No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.
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—Hal Borland
6 Comments
Wendy Foley
3/8/2018 08:53:28 am

Nice photos..... looks like the weather might creep up on Saturday. Think it would be a good day for a hike to the summit for a first timer?

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Matt
3/8/2018 09:57:37 am

Thank you, Seth, for inspiring all of us this winter with your beautiful photos and words. It's been a joy reading about your daily adventures up top. Here's to hoping you return next season!

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Barbara Allen
3/8/2018 10:42:02 am

Sorry I didn't make it up to meet you this winter. According to Dick Ketelle and Ann Farrar you are someone I should meet. We will miss your posts and hope to see you back next winter. Best wishes.

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Tom Clemmons
3/8/2018 10:57:50 am

Good update, Seth. Can you share with us here you might be headed next? We'll miss you!

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Sarah
3/8/2018 01:18:37 pm

Thanks for all of your inspiring words this winter. Hope to one day visit LeConte Lodge!

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Yaya
3/8/2018 10:42:30 pm

Sure is cold 9 degrees- ouch. I think you are gifted in photography- you have a beautiful eye for nature, and your writing is a unique fun and inspirational view of life. Life is gift, to be enjoyed and shared. Thank you again for sharing with all of us. Hope to see ya soon.. Luv and prayers
A job well done, Cap.

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