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Happy Veteran’s Day!
It’s a day to celebrate those who have given up so much to give us our freedom. As I write, my brother-in-law is on a ship off the coast of New England, bringing storm aid, while my sister-in-law is at...
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Gatlinburg Holiday Craft Show
Did you know that the Smoky Mountain area is a mecca for craftsmen? In fact, the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community has been around since 1937, and it is the largest group of independent artisans...
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How to Hike Safely in Winter Weather
Last week, a hiker was rescued after being stuck in the sudden, unexpected snow from Superstorm Sandy for nearly 24 hours. According to WBIR, Steven Ainsworth, 56, was hiking the Appalachian Trail...
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Snow Tubing Open at Ober Gatlinburg
Snow tubing at Ober Gatlinburg. Yay for winter sports! They are, as far as I’m concerned, the only good thing about winter (except for Christmas, of course!). And they are starting! According to The...
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5 Thanksgiving Desserts to Make with the Kids
I have to admit it — I LOVE to make fun desserts. So I scoured the web for some fun new ones. I’ll have to pick one to try this year… Sweet Tom Turkeys Make some basic cupcakes, and decorate them to...
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What I’m Thankful for This Year
Though we love to travel, our favorite spot is always the Great Smokies! Well, it’s almost Turkey Day. A time to eat good food, enjoy family and friends, watch FOOTBALL, and, of course, reflect on the...
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2 Fun Games for the Cabin
It’s winter, a perfect time to get cozy by the fireplace in a Smoky Mountain cabin, and play a good game. I’ve got two new suggestions for you. Spot It So, my mother-in-law bought this game for my...
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6 Highly-Rated Hotels in the Smoky Mountain Area
It’s been in the news heavily for the past week, but really for the last year. Controversy surrounds the Grand Resort in Pigeon Forge, which was closed last week. The Grand Resort Hotel in Pigeon Forge...
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Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
My tree is up. All the Christmas songs are on my iPod. There are presents wrapped and placed under the tree. Oh yes, I love Christmas! It’s time for Gatlinburg to catch up! One week from today,...
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Visit Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland!
Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland is located at the Tennessee Smokies Baseball Stadium. Have you heard about Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland in Sevierville? Along with the three other U.S. locations,...
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Dollywood Announces Changes for 2013
Can you believe that’s it’s almost 2013? How is that possible? Possible or not, it’s almost here. Recently Dolly Parton announced changes coming to Dollywood for 2013. Here’s an overview: RiverRush —...
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Christmas Complexities (and a REALLY BIG BOX)
Oh man, I’m so exhausted. You know, apart from being that time of year, I’m in the midst of last classes and final exams. I’ve been grading until I’m actually DREAMING about it. Literally. Ughh....
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Smoky Mountain Author’s Christmas Book Set in Gatlinburg
An author that grew up near Knoxville, TN just released a new book about the Smoky Mountains — and it’s a Christmas story! There’s nothing like the mountains at Christmas, is there? The story, “Smoky...
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A Laugh for Wednesday
So, I just submitted my VERY LAST GRADE for the semester! That’s right, I’m done with my other part-time job (teaching at a local college), so I can concentrate more on this one. That’s the idea,...
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4 Pigeon Forge Businesses Get Liquor by Drink Licenses
Mellow Mushroom’s Pigeon Forge location. Liquor by the drink was approved last month in Pigeon Forge after several failed attempts. Previously, restaurants were only able to sell beer and wine....
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5 Ideas to Keep a Group Busy at Christmas
Got a group for Christmas? Here’s what to do to keep busy. There’s nothing better than family, right? Until … you’ve been sitting around, catching up for an hour or so. And then you start to think to...
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Merry Christmas from CabinConnection!
I sure love this time of year! Merry Christmas to all of you — I hope this week will be filled with laughter and joy and time with ones you love. We’re sure excited to spend some time with family...
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Happy New Year — Here’s What’s New!
More than 60,000 people gathered in Gatlinburg on Monday evening. Ahhhh — it’s good to be back to blogland! Hope everyone out there had an amazing holiday. We sure did — though we just rolled in from...
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Don’t Miss the Titanic Ice Carving Competition
It’s coming up in just over a week — Titanic Pigeon Forge’s 3rd annual Ice Carving Competition. From the web site: Watch the world’s-most celebrated ice sculptors chisel 250-pound blocks of ice into...
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How to Make a New Year’s Resolution
Google’s real-time resolution tracker. So, I don’t usually do resolutions. I feel like everyone makes these big, sweeping promises this time of year. And by February, everyone’s back to not exercising,...
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