I should have posted this before the last blog, as it is from the day before.  Nevertheless, here are some shots from Monday, the first day we had  sun since I arrived. 

Don and Mary, the ultimate hosts, raconteurs and etc.

The view from Pounding Mill overlook, sight of Mom and Dad's ashes. 

Looking Glass Rock, a great climb.

Palm Warbler, photographed at Pisgah Inn

I believe this is a Hoary Redpoll, but I'll need confirmation from David Ludlow

Ravens are found at very high elevations in NC.  This one was at Pink Beds

A Painted Trillium!! Perhaps my favorite



Looking Glass Falls, after 8 inches of rain in 4 days