We needed a break from too much traffic; we needed a little adventure. So, while driving through the Jefferson National Forest, then the Washington National Forest in the Shenandoah Valley (think The Virginian) of Northwestern Virginia, we hopped off I 81 and enjoyed even grander views traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway. The word Parkway does not exactly go with this windy two-lane highway that goes up a mountain and then down a mountain and through quaint little towns. These little towns have visitor centers with nice people who are glad to see any visitor who stops in for a minute. The 'Parkway' was the main road before the Interstate; then, all travelers at least passed through the small villages. It is now known as one of Virginia's Scenic Highways; and it is very scenic, though, it's still very lightly traveled. We were neither followed nor following closely; in fact, we met maybe three vehicles and a few hikers.
On this road, we were amazed by the fog or mist. The heavy, moist air caused steam to rise from the highway, creating this fog or mist. We thought it was just all the hot air from the semis on the interstate close to us. It was unusual, seemed mysterious, and was very elusive to those seeking to capture it in a picture.
This sign is interesting. In June and July, when the sun shines on the cliff, dusk will be in twenty minutes. No need for a clock for the village close to this cliff!
Plenty of scenic lookouts encouraged the very few travelers to catch their breath and enjoy a break from the heavily traveled interstate.
We met up with I 64 at Charlottesville, and set our course east/southeast through Richmond, then took Highway 33 to Deltaville, on the Chesepeak Bay. Our boat is in the boat yard in Stingray Point.
Lapidus is looking great; we love the new blue boot stripe, well stripe, and eye brow! The boat yards needs one more week to finish everything. We're glad we're here to be able to check on our boat every day!
OK, so we have a little time. We're close to the water, but the beach would be even better. Virginia Beach is next on our trip!
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