Why We Live in East Tennessee!

We moved south to East Tennessee more than a year ago... We'd lived in the Chicago area for almost 3 decades, but when the time came to retire, we wanted warmer weather...but with 4 distinct seasons. (Also property prices, taxes, cost of living, gas, etc., were all significantly lower than in Illinois)

So, this is what late fall looks like in East Tennessee. The first 4 photos were taken within 25 miles of our home...




Not too bad, is it?! Lots of color, clear blue skies and mild temperatures...

Pretty little stream in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains

This photo is of the upper reaches of Tellico Lake up the Little Tellico River valley.


These 4 late Fall photos from Tennessee were taken during the last week of October...

What the Heck!! Snow!! Oh yes, these pictures were taken at David II & Amy's home in northern Ohio. (First week in November) Laurie took the photos...and then told me that she wanted to head back to Tennessee, ASAP!

At least it didn't snow for Halloween...