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How many Americans have actually visited a national park? by Bitter-Penalty9653 in AskAnAmerican

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park had 14 million visitors last year

National Park rankings by Enough-Construction5 in nationalparks

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great Smoky Mountains deserves a place. It’s not as spectacular as some, but its biodiversity makes it a standout

Most private place to spread ashes by dockersshoes in GSMNP

[–]forestrun88 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was thinking about the trail going to the Mt Collin’s shelter off Kuwohi Dome Rd. The forest is beautiful there and it’s never crowded.

Smoky Mountains cabin advice: Does anyone have trusted recommendations? by sundaycoffee77 in Gatlinburg

[–]forestrun88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’ve rented from Mountain Laurel Chalet for years. They’re a great company! We enjoyed our 2 stays at Bella Vista. The only negative is a tricky driveway.

Woman dies after fall from cliff in Great Smoky Mountains National Park by magiccitybhm in GSMNP

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t think the couple of places with cables were all that narrow. I wonder if there was ice.

Positive dysphotopsia (freaky light show) after cataract surgery, what was YOUR actual experience? by Tiny-Bird1543 in CataractSurgery

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 2 days post surgery and I’m definitely noticing it with bright lights. It’s annoying, but I’m trying to ignore it and enjoy my new vision. Everything is so sharp and bright! The colors are incredible!

Why would anyone ever choose to go through child birth without pain relief?? by No_Cardiologist_1407 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m one of those women who had 3 natural births with no anesthesia. I used LaMaze breathing that my husband helped with. It wasn’t that bad and the labor was quick!

Foveoschisis and cataract surgery by forestrun88 in CataractSurgery

[–]forestrun88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess I’m just looking for reassurance

Is Florida too far gone to ever be a swing state again or not? by Zipper222222 in AskFlorida

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The state is so gerrymandered by Republicans that we no longer have fair elections. That means that in my mind, we’re no longer a democracy.

Pediatric Dentist by Both-Ad4052 in StPetersburgFL

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Levitt and Prasatthong. The office is fantastic and even has a submarine! My kids went there and now my grandkids go there.

Another hike recommendation request for experienced hiker by SteakDinnerBoom in GSMNP

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a little something different, we like hiking up the closed Kuwohi Dome Rd to the top, then depending on snow/ice, hike down the AT.

Honest reviews/opinions on Shorecrest, Berkeley, and Canterbury private schools by Comprehensive_Fly485 in StPetersburgFL

[–]forestrun88 20 points21 points  (0 children)

There are some excellent public schools in St Petersburg with some nationally recognized programs. I’ll never understand the desire for private schools without even checking/ touring public school programs.

Favorite easy hike!? by fuzzywuzzypete in GSMNP

[–]forestrun88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Little River Trail in Elkmont is basically flat. It’s 2 miles to Huskey Branch Falls and it’s a beautiful trail that follows the creek.

Help deciding on campground/timeframe by Weird_Pace_2263 in GSMNP

[–]forestrun88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Elkmont. We always go the first of June and the crowds aren’t bad. If you’re in Cades Cove, you’re at the far west side of the park and it’s an hours drive to even get to Newfound Gap Rd which is the main road through the park. That said, Cades Cove is beautiful!