MY TRAVEL DIARIES, PERSONAL STORIES

Hungry In The Smokies

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Hey Everyone! Happy happy Wednesday!

Continuing with the shenanigans of my “Visit to The Smokies” here comes my second update. Yes, as promised, I am back with more of appealing moments and exciting times from my recent trip to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.

For the one’s who’ve missed on to my photographic memoir of the Smokies, you may read it all here. Trust me, it’s panoramic-ally fun!

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A day in the Smokies!

In addition to the city’s fascinating scenic beauty, breathtaking trails n’ trekking opportunities and all things “natural”, this place also boasts about delectable Southern cuisine, locally owned restaurants serving sumptuous food and mouth-watering ethnic menu! From appetizing pancakes and crepes, heavenly hand-cut steaks to devine pizza, sandwiches, and salads – your taste-buds are in for a treat here! Best part – With hundreds of eateries to choose from, you could spend the whole year dining out in the Smokies and not eat at the same place twice! Here’s the list of our favorite 5 –

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PERSONAL STORIES, REAL TALK

How To Let Go

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Past – bygone, prior, elapsed! So, why dwell on something that is no more? Are you hanging onto the past and finding it hard to let go?

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“Blame doesn’t empower you. It keeps you stuck in a place you don’t want to be because you don’t want to make the temporary, but painful decision, to be responsible for the outcome of your own life’s happiness.” – Shannon L. Alder

Undoubtedly, letting go can be difficult! Specially, when it comes to people, expectations, love, desires, unhealthy relationships, faith, beliefs, thoughts – that you have invested your time, efforts and life into! It’s a continued list, which is stuck in your head like a broken record. It is painful and for sure taxing. The reason I know this and understand the progression, is because I held onto the past for a long time. No matter how hard I tried, letting go was the hardest thing for me to do. It didn’t matter if it was people, expectations, beliefs or disappointments, the past always seemed to have power over me. The more I tried, the more I relieved the past (and the pain!)

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MY TRAVEL DIARIES

Things To Do In Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

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Hey Everyone! It’s time for some travelling updates and stories of my voyaging! Hope you all are as excited about it, as me?

Well, finally the “dry travelling spell” broke! Thanks to the weather Gods, we (Me and my Huz) were able to spread our wings and go for the much-anticipated extended weekend trip to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Yay!

One of the most popular tourist destinations, much-publicized for the “colors of the fall”, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge boasts of – fascinating scenic beauty, locally owned restaurants serving scrumptious food, Dollywood theme park and the Stampede theater (both owned by country music superstar Dolly Parton), Ober Gatlinburg (which is the only ski resort in Tennessee!), Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Gatlinburg Sky Lift, Ripley’s Haunted Adventure, Hollywood Star Cars Museum and Anakeesta (one of the best amusement parks in Gatlinburg) to name a few, not forgetting the breathtaking trails and trekking opportunities!
Indeed a traveler’s paradise, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge sure do have so much history, fun, treks n’ trails and food to offer and LOVE!

Well, it took us 6 h 50 min to reach our destination (Pigeon Forge) from Memphis, Tennessee (Distance covered – 425.5 mi/684.7 km) via I-40 and I-40 E. With some exaggerated bends and picture-perfect scenic views – the drive gets better by the hour.

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Welcome to Gatlinburg!
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PERSONAL STORIES, THE AWARDS AND TAGS

Ranked In The Top 75 Happiness Blogs

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Hey Everyone! Happy happy FRIYAY y’all!

Well folks, guess what happened while I was happily gallivanting in the “Smokies!” *drum roll* I received an email saying that I have been ranked 52nd in the TOP 75 HAPPINESS BLOGS on Feedspot! Shibby, ain’t it?

I am “IN THE SEVENTH HEAVEN” today! Yay! *happy happy dance*

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When I started with this blog it was all about “testing the waters” and “canvassing the blogosphere”. Never did I think I would come this far! But you know what – hard work, diligence and determination never fails!
From “REAL TALK” to “MY TRAVEL DIARIES” to “HEALTHY FOOD SERIES” – my motive to write a post has always been about spreading – wellness, happiness and positivity and I am glad that I could achieve it!

I truly am stoked and humbled at this recognition and I really, really am proud of how far “we” all have come together as a team! The encouraging words and constant motivation from each one of you is priceless. Honestly, I wouldn’t be where I am today had it been not for your kind words, support and approval.

Here is the link if you want to check out the rest of the blogs (to get your daily dose of happiness) – TOP 75 HAPPINESS BLOGS AND WEBSITES TO FOLLOW IN 2018 
Trust me, there is so much to love and to be happy about here, at this link!

PS – I even get to put this logo on my home page now! *proud smiles!*

Thank you so much everyone for being my “pedestals of strength” and for taking the time out to read my heartfelt musings! I am so blessed to have you all as my avid subscribers! Your words, your reviews, your feedback – are imperative to my self-worth and growth and for making me believe in myself! *virtual hugs*

Signing of with a promise to only get better, finer and happier with every phrase and every post! Cheers!

Love,
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PHOTO GALLERY

Weekly Photo Challenge : Awakening

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“A single event can awaken within us a stranger totally unknown to us. To live is to be slowly born.” 
― Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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Saying “yes” to life – one bud at a time!
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When “beauty” endures!
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PERSONAL STORIES, REAL TALK

MLK 50

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Hey Everyone!

This April 4th commemorates the 50th  anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. one of the most poignant advocates for human equality and civil reform in U.S. History! .
What’s more appropriate than remembering him “for his role in the advancement of civil rights by using the tactics of non-violence and civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs and inspired by the non-violent activism of Mahatma Gandhi,” through few of his thoughts and quotes that inspired the world!

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HEALTHY FOOD SERIES

Healthy Food Series – Humor Me

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Happy Tuesday y’all! It’s time for the weekly Healthy Food Series on iScriblr.

People, it’s been happy 3 months of this series and I am stoked about its success and acknowledgement. Thank you all for your inspiring words and encouragement. Yay! *happy happy dance!*
I agree that eating healthy isn’t always easy. But committing to a healthy diet can be one of the brightest decisions you’ll ever make. Not only because it is good for your health and makes you look/feel good inside out, but also because it helps save you money on future health expenses – making it an absolute, obvious “motivation potion” for our weekly Healthy Food Series! Yes, a perfect win-win situation where you have nothing to lose.

Well folks, today’s post for Healthy Food Series comes with a twist, or more precisely with some humor! Why so serious? Ha! May be I am just too happy today (Easter hangover) or may be it has been a while since I have shared some laughs. Whatever the reason, yes sir, this week, I am gonna tickle some funny bones!

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Yes, you ARE what you EAT! A “sexy beast” or a “sugary cupcake!”
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