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nc mountains: Celebrating our 25th Anniversary in the Murphy, NC mountains - 03/13/12 09:53 AM
Can it really be 25 years have already gone by? We still feel like newlyweds - most days. Well, we might not look the same, but we still feel the same as we did way back then in 1987. This June we will also be grandparents for the first time to a little girl - how exciting! What a blessing to be happily married, best friends and a being able to working together as The Mountain Living Team in the Murphy, NC mountains.
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nc mountains: Speechless Sunday in the Murphy, NC mountians - 02/26/12 07:33 AM
Speechless Sunday in the Murphy, NC mountains. This photo is one from a grand old home located just down the road from Murphy, NC and still in Cherokee County in the town of Marble. My what a grand home it must have been back then. Even now with time wearing down on it you can still imagine how filled with family and neighbors it must have been.
Marble is between Andrews and Murphy and this photo was take by our Coldwell Banker High Country Murphy, NC office assistant, Amanda McGaha. Besides being there for all our agents, she is … (10 comments)
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nc mountains: Happy Vintage Valentine’s Day from the Murphy, NC Mountains - 02/14/12 08:35 AM
Happy Valentine’s Day from the Murphy, NC Mountains.During the late 1800s, postage rates around the world dropped, and the obscene St. Valentine's Day card became popular, despite the Victorian era being otherwise very prudish. As the numbers of racy valentines grew, several countries banned the practice of exchanging Valentine's Day cards. During this period, Chicago's post office rejected more than 25,000 cards on the grounds that they were so indecent, they were not fit to be carried through the U.S. mail. In Victorian times it was considered bad luck to sign a Valentine's Day card. Here are a few not-too racy … (4 comments)
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nc mountains: Speechless Sunday in the Murphy, NC Mountains! - 01/01/12 05:53 PM
Another Speechless Sunday in the Murphy, NC Mountains as we’re out previewing properties today this first day of January 2012. This field has some huge old Oak trees that reminded us why we love living here in Murphy, NC and the mild four seasons and winter when the leaves are all off the trees and you can see their “bones”.
As we start off this new year its a reminder that in no time this might oak will start sprouting out the many green leaves to give the cows in the fields shade as Spring arrives. As the lazy … (14 comments)
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nc mountains: Murphy, NC day trips to great waterfalls! - 08/19/10 08:22 PM
One of the best things about living in Murphy, NC is all the great surrounding areas that make for some great daytrips. We just had one over to Highlands, NC just about an hour away from Cherokee County, NC. Highlands is a beautiful area and they have one of the nicest downtown areas to park and stroll along all the unique shops and restaurants. But those are for another post about our daytrip.
We hadn’t been over to Dry Falls in about 10 years and it was about time we made the rounds of some of the best waterfalls in … (4 comments)
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nc mountains: Jewels out in the back fields of Murphy, NC - 08/07/10 08:50 PM
There are many hidden jewels around the NC, GA and TN Mountains, but we found a few just hanging around the back fields today. It was amazing to see one then two then more and more gathered together. These five are what were left when we finally pulled out the camera. Delicate jewels enjoying another summer day in the mountains! Come visit us in Murphy, NC to explore all that nature has surrounded us with. www.LeeAndCarol.com
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nc mountains: The Cherokee Legend of Why the Possum's Tail is Bare - 03/11/10 07:29 PM
Why the Possum's Tail is Bare Possum once had a very long busy tail. He was so proud of it that he combed it out every morning and he always sang about it at the dances. Rabbit used to have a long busy tail too, but he lost his in the frozen lake. Rabbit was jealous of Possum's tail, so he decided to play a trick on Possum.
A great council meeting and dance was to be held; all the animals were invited to attend. It was Rabbit's job to spread the news. Passing Possum's place, he stopped to ask … (5 comments)
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nc mountains: Don't Wait Till Spring To List Your Home! - 01/26/10 06:09 PM
Ready To List In The Spring?
The spring is a crucial time of the year in real estate. Even with the current economy there will be buyers who are ready to look for a new home or land in our beautiful North Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee mountains.
For those who are looking to buy as well as sellers who said last year that they would list again "in the spring" -- when does the season actually get started?
Although the official start of spring is March 20th, we would advise our clients to list their property no later than … (7 comments)
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nc mountains: The Mask of Zorro Returns - 10/30/09 10:31 PM
Starring Brandon Lee Barbour as “Zorro” the debonair masked riderand expert swordsman. Okay, so maybe he’s under the age of four,but he’s still a heart breaker. Not sure that it was his favoriteHalloween costume, but it was his Mom’s. It was great fun seeing all the adults and children around todaycelebrating a little early in their costumes. Have fun and be safe!
Lee & Carol Barbour www.LeeAndCarol.com
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nc mountains: Coffee & Views from our Porch in Murphy, NC - 10/25/09 12:34 AM
The air was crisp and the leaves were blowing and rustling on our metal roofas we sat out this morning enjoying an espresso. The sky was still cloudy,but even that couldn’t keep the Glory from shining through in all the surroundingvibrant colors of the season. There wasn’t a better place in the world to be, than right here at home, enjoying our view and this special time together. Lee & Carol Barbour www.LeeAndCarol.com
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nc mountains: Outdoor Activities in the NC, GA and TN Mountains - Part 6 Zipline Through the Trees - 10/21/09 08:08 PM
No need to travel to the tropics to fly through the treetops. Enjoy a soaring and gliding experience naturally fueled by a gradual elevation change at Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours. It takes limited energy to participate and is not designed to scare with big drops as much as excite with smooth gliding. Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours is located in Bryson City, NC, in the middle of one of the premier outdoor activity areas in the world. Located adjacent to the Nantahala Gorge, with outstanding whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
More than just a zip line … (14 comments)
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nc mountains: Outdoor Activities in the NC, GA and TN Mountains - Part 5 Scenic Drives - 10/18/09 08:39 PM
Hop on out of that Golf Cart and get behind the wheel of your automobile or motorbike. Just choose any clear Fall day for the ride of your life. Try to keep your eyes on the road as we cover some of the most beautiful long range mountain views into multiple states you've ever seen. We'll stop along the way for lunch or pack a picnic basket and we'll stop on the way at a roadside overlook and have lunch al fresco.
The Blue Ridge Parkwayis a National Parkway and All-American Road in the United States noted for its scenic beauty. … (7 comments)
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nc mountains: Outdoor Activities in the NC, GA and TN Mountains - Part 4 Great Golfing - 10/12/09 05:04 PM
Ah, it's time now to spend some time out on the greens.There are many Golf Courses in this tri-state area so you'll have to try some out of these local ones.The Golfer's life is always a hole-in-one in our beautiful mountains.
The Ridges For an inspiring day of golf amidst mountain views, head for our 18-hole, par 70 championship course. Designed by Willard Byrd, it holds challenges for golfers of all levels, from beginner through advanced. The course is located at our new Country Club in Hayesville, NC a quick ride from The Ridges Resort & Club Lake Chatuge. The … (8 comments)
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nc mountains: Outdoor Activities in the NC, GA and TN Mountains - Part 3 - Mountain & Road Biking - 10/10/09 09:35 PM
Our Outdoor Adventure continues and you might find yourself on some of the same trails we were just hiking on in Part 2 Hiking & Camping. Many of the Trails for Mountain Biking are also shared with hikers and horseback riders. Biking is another great outdoor activity for all levels to participate in and enjoy. So grab your helmet and let's get riding!
MOUNTAIN BIKING...
North CarolinaHanging Dog Trail Is 4 miles total out-and-back gravel service road, combined with to-be-determined singletrack loops off the main out-and-back. There are two fairly long climbs, both of which are steep. The road has a … (4 comments)
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nc mountains: Outdoor Activities in the NC, GA and TN Mountains - Part 2 Hiking & Camping - 10/07/09 10:22 PM
Hope you saw our first post on the Wild & Wet outdoor activities that this tri-state area has to offer. If not, you can see Part 1 - Wild & Wet to catch up with us. Our next adventure take us into the woods. The North Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee mountains provide the perfect place for camping and hiking. That's right grab those hiking shoes and sleeping bags! These campgrounds all have great trails around them or access to some great trails for hiking. The locations below are just a few of the many places where you can explore the great outdoors. Don't … (8 comments)
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Lee & Carol Barbour, Realtors® Murphy, NC Homes For Sale
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