The Perfect Timing of Seasons

One of the many great things about living in Blue Ridge is the fact that we are fortunate to experience all four seasons. Back in South Texas where we came from, there's really only two seasons: hot and not-so-hot. So if the question were put to me, "Which season is your favorite?", I would have to say that it's a toss-up between Autumn and Spring. After the busy-ness of the summer months, the winding down, and the quiet and reflective repose of Autumn is so welcoming. After the bitterly cold winters and many days of "cabin fever",

the rebirth and freshness of springtime is quite beautiful and full of promise.




Last week was a beautifully warm week with temperatures in the 80's - feeling much like summertime already! We took advantage of the gorgeous weather and put our boat in the water for the summer. With the kids in tow, we took them for a fun spin around the lake at sunset, capturing a few photographs of this great beauty that never ceases to amaze me.


One might think that such pristine beauty would become old hat, seeing it all the time and thus, taking it for granted. But every spring, without fail, it's as though I am seeing it all for the first time.



Deeply breathing the fresh clean air, the feeling of the wind in your hair, hearing your children's laughter - it's the confident expectation, the buoyant optimism, the faithfulness of God that permeates the air.

Video Views of Lake Blue Ridge from the Decks of Cloud 9, Luxury Mountain Lodge

As we stood on the decks of Cloud 9, an amazing mountain lodge on Lake Blue Ridge, we couldn't let the opportunity pass to videotape the panoramic view of the lake. Springtime is probably our most favorite time of year up here, and we try to capture some its breathtaking beauty wherever and whenever possible. Around 5p yesterday, this is what the lake looked like as seen from the spacious decks of one of our luxury 5-bedroom lodges.

Cloud 9 offers lofty views of Lake Blue Ridge and surrounding mountains inside an indulgently luxurious mountain lodge. The magic of Cloud 9 provides endless recreational opportunities provided by a large private boat dock and sun deck, complete with canoe, rafts, chairs, and hammock. Featuring a view of the big waters of Lake Blue Ridge, in addition to breathtaking sunsets, Cloud 9 is your Luxury Recreational Headquarters for the summer!