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Last weekend we went to Bryson City, NC to ride the Polar Express (aka Great Smoky Mountain Railway) and had a blast! Abigial's girl scout troop got together and chartered a bus, so we ended up with about 50 friends and family. We were so thankful to have Mimi and Granddaddy with us on this trip. We stayed at the Calhoun House Bed and Breakfast in downtown Bryson City. It was the perfect location, walking distance to everything. After the train ride Saturday morning, our girls marched in the local Christmas parade. The whole trip was a blast start to finish. We may have just started a new Christmas tradition!


This is Abigial standing in front of the Calhoun House. We would recommend it to anyone. It's right in the heart of the town, walking distance to lots of shops, restaurants and the train!

Polar Express - Bryson City, NC






Caroline and I are getting ready to watch the parade.

Look - A Snowman!

We don't see these everyday in Birmingham!

Santa's Helpers



Mimi and granddaddy getting into the Christmas spirit with Caroline

Up On The Housetop - Ho Ho Ho


Santa joined our train car



Bryson City, NC Christmas Parade


Our girls had a great time marching in the Christmas parade. This is part of Troop 520 proudly representing Birmingham.

Bryson City, NC


Caroline's view of the Christmas parade:)

Bryson City, NC Christmas Parade

Abigial had a great time in the Christmas parade.