Virginia Wonderings (aka Business Trips)

Sorry for my absence these last two weeks, but a funny thing happened in Virginia. I stayed for two weeks instead of the usual one. Why? Well, business mainly, but the area is so beautiful I couldn't resist. If you've never visited Smith Mountain Lake you are in for a real visual treat. The views from the Peaks of Otter - at a breathtaking 4,000 feet - are stunning to say the least. I think (know) West Virginia is a beautiful state, but the central mountains of Virginia rank right up there in my humble opinion. And, although I don't drink, it seems to be a region where grapes and wineries flourish. I counted 30, yes 30, "Wine Events" that are held throughout the year. Just reading the list is enough to make a tea totaler giddy. LOL Of course, with all the surrounding farmland, and the hard-working German Baptist farmers, there is no end to fresh, local, and luscious produce. Plus, the scenery alone is well worth the trip! I'll publish a photo or two when I can get the chance to upload. DJT