Sisters Visit, part 2, and More!

Barbara, Lynn & Nancy

On Thursday we headed to downtown Asheville for some shopping, sight seeing and brunch with William and Joyce at Early Girl Eatery.  This is across from the Flat Iron Building on Wall Street, a historic place of unusual architecture and beauty. 

Nancy, Barbara, Joyce, William, me, Lynn

Everyone seemed to enjoy Early Girl as much as I hoped they would.  The ingredients are local and fresh, and some of the dishes very unique to say the least.  I had poached eggs on fried grit cakes with tomato gravy, spinach and avocado.  Yum!  Once again, we enjoyed each others' company immensely. 

The ladies went shopping while I took William to his house, then I went to mine for a little rest.  The girls called mid-afternoon and wanted to visit the Grove Park Inn, so I headed back to town and resumed my duties as a tour guide.  The GPI never disappoints and this day was no different.  We had a snack and beverages on the terrace and enjoyed the spectacular view. 

Nancy & Barbara at Grove Park Inn

We stopped by William and Joyce's house on the way home for a brief visit and to say farewells.  They have a warm and inviting place, which made it hard to leave.  I planted the seed of an idea for a reunion before we left. 

Barbara, me, Nancy

The next morning I took the sisters to the airport and we promised to get together again soon.  It was a great visit in many ways and I'm very grateful they came to see me.  That afternoon, daughter Barbara and her husband Trey arrived to stay in the same cabin and celebrate his 45th birthday.  Whew!  Barely time to catch my breath and start partying again!  I loved it!

Trey at the Grove Park Inn

That night we went to the Grove Park Inn for the seafood buffet and it was soooo good!  We feasted well and ate far more than the law allows.  The fireplace in the great hall was blazing, but we headed for Hickory Tavern to catch the finale of the world series.  I fine finish to a fine day! 

Pumpkin display at Grove Park Inn

Part of Trey's birthday gift was golf at the Grove Park Inn, but wind and cold forced him to plan B.  This turned out to be...you guessed it...a visit to the Biltmore House for the first time!  So my annual pass paid for itself that day and provided a nice discount to my guests as well.  I see something new every time I visit and this time was no different. 

Trey & Barbara at Biltmore House

What a week.  Many memories were made this week with many of my favorite people.  I hope my other favorite people will join me here over the next few years and make even more good memories.  This place is like no other and it is my true home.  Thank you all for coming here and I'll hope you'll come again real soon!