Great Smoky Mountains Look Alike

We often remark to each other about how these mountains remind us of the Smokies, especially on days when the clouds hang low. Like the Appalachians, these are old and well-rounded. Unlike the Appalachians, none of the mountaintops have been removed!

















Ever spectacular sky!




These are views from the future Wright home - 17 acres on a mountain side - Minamiyama is the name of the area.



  


The happy farmer in the making.


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