Day One

Day one turned out to be both eventful and uneventful.  I managed to leave the house about 3:45am and head out.  I guess I made good time because I made it to Mammoth Cave by noon.  Stopped three times to pee J  Twice for gas & ate my munchies on the way instead of stopping for breakfast or lunch. 

Thankfully my hotel room was ready early!  I unloaded, called mom & dad and tried to get some sleep.  Alas – sleep was not my friend so I headed to the Diner for a quick lunch.  My first meal lone.  In a restaurant, This trip.  It was not a chain so I have kept my promise!  I was not super adventurous – stuck with a grilled cheese.  It was fantastic though!  I have a feeling I will be back there for lunch again. 

Food must have been what I needed because I made it back to my room and slept like a baby for about 3 hours. 

I just got done walking the Heritage Trail here at the park.  I am always amazed by the beauty of nature.  This walk was no exception.  This photo was from Sunset Point in the park.     It is kind of hazy right now so I am pretty sure there will not be a ton of color in the Sunset.  I will check again tomorrow.  It is a great path. 

These deer are about 10 feet from me.    I think they are very used to humans!  They didn’t even flinch as I approached.  I have about 5 more deer photos but I won’t bore you with them.  The plan for the rest of the night is to relax, read and relax some more.  I am sitting on the balcony of my hotel room and just enjoying the views, the fresh air and the peace & quite. 

Oh and, no internet.  No phone usually.  This is definitely a off the grid experience for me.

This was written October 5, 2012 – Mammoth Cave State Park & Hotel.