Have toured the Biltmore House many times and in all seasons. Last time was Christmas of 2005 and it was, as always, an amazing feat of holiday decorating like no other one can view anywhere.
Now, in Springtime, the gardens are my favorite part of the estate - along with the winery (with free tasting rooms - and they make some great wines) which was constructed from the former original dairy buildings.
Thursday evening I will be attending a concert in Asheville to see and hear the wonderful Canadian Celtic/World music of singer and composer Loreena McKennitt . I'm smitten with her music and her band - fabulous musicians playing a myriad of ancient instruments from around the world, such as the hurdy gurdy. Loreena is not only a beautiful singer, but a world traveler, who brings a true sense of place to her compositions and the way they are performed.Will be back soon and hopefully have some good pics from
the mountains to share with you all.
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Sounds like fun. I went to Asheville once a long, long time ago for the Shakespeare Festival. I wonder if they still have it? I've been intrigued with Biltmore House since Lowe's started airing those commercials featuring BH. That and Monticello are two places I'd like to visit soon.
ReplyDeleteHave a great time and I look forward to seeing your pics!
Manuela
Ooooh, that sounds like a wonderful trip! I've never been to Biltmore, but have heard it's gorgeous. I can't wait to see your photos.
ReplyDeleteHave a safe and enjoyable trip, and enjoy your concert!
Love, Andrea
Lucky You! My family went to a bluegrass concert in Asheville in the middle 70's & my son play celtic music on the irish penny whistle - I love Loreena's music! I know you will have a wonderful time - wish I were there too!
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Enjoy your trip!! It sounds wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWe hope to visit Biltmore around Christmas 2007. The plans are in the works. Now if weather, etc., will cooperate.
I love the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Smokies. That part of the country is just simply gorgeous!!
Pat
Back Porch Musings
This sounds like a great trip, I'd like to see the Biltmore House but I suspect that your pictures are the nearest I shall get to it. I enjoy Loreena McKennit too, discovered her last time I was in the US. As far as I know she isn't especially well known over here - though I could be wrong about this as I'm way out of touch with current music trends. Have a wonderful time.
ReplyDeleteMary, have a wonderful trip to Asheville! I've been all over the Smokey Mountains & have been to Asheville a couple of times & it's a beautiful little city. I have never made it to Biltmore House, but would love to see it one of these days. I've heard all good things about it too!
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Enjoy your trip, Mary! Can't wait to hear how it all went! Emily (our youngest) just returned from a trip to the Biltmore a few days ago (band trip with school) and loved it! As always, your blog is such a treat to see! Lovely, lovely images!
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Oh, Mary, I love the Blue Ridge mountains (use to live on them!) and Ashville (took a two week Bible training class there many years ago) and Loreena McKennitt (her voice is so sweet!). Hope you're having a blast!
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ReplyDeleteI'm having the best time catching up on your site while you are off having a wonderful vacation.
Like you, I adore old doors, and hardware. You pictures of the doors, the flowers and France were so wonderful. Thanks!
Donna
Fun, fun, fun! I've never been to Asheville for a visit but it is definetely on my top 10 list. I can't wait to hear all about it.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to hearing about your trip. It sounds wonderful. I'm also a lover of Celtic music.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a great time Mary! I've never been to that part of the country, but hope to get down there some day. Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures.
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This is just beautiful
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Robin