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Mark Caicedo's avatar

That top photo is lovely and so symbolic of the reality of having children; that someday they will, must, strike out on their own.

My Mom lived her final 20 years on Grandfather Mtn. just outside of Blowing Rock. And a couple members of one of my favorite bands, River Whyless, graduated from ASU. That region holds a special place in my memories. 💚

Thanks for the trip back in time.

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Glenn Cook's avatar

Thanks Mark. Now that two of my kids are navigating parenting themselves, I find myself looking back a lot on those days.

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Matthew Long's avatar

That top photo is a gem. I kind of miss the days of sending off the film to be developed and being surprised by what comes back.

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Glenn Cook's avatar

Thanks! I do as well…

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Lynne Linder's avatar

I loved reading this. I just might have to check this out.

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Michael Elliott's avatar

I went to the Land of Oz as a kid back in the mid '70s. Still have the little book from the adventure. I had no idea it had gone into disrepair over the years. I'm so glad it's still being visited, albeit in a much different way.

Great piece!

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Glenn Cook's avatar

Thanks! My wife went several times when she was a child too, which was how we knew of it. Really interesting place.

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