Assignment 14- Andy

My family's thanksgivings usually do look like the image you find on most family magazines this time of year. In the past we have gone to my grandparents house in Frankfort to have a family dinner. My Uncle and his family come and we all enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal. The past few years my family has started going to Gatlinburg for Thanksgiving. My grandparents go to Gatlinburg at least once a year anyway, and this is one of the best times to do it. We still eat a meal together at a restaurant in town on Thanksgiving. The town itself can become boring after so many visits, but we find ways to entertain ourselves. My favorite part of these trips is visiting Smoky Mountain National Park. Besides the Red River Gorge and a few other local spots I have visited this park more times than any other. I enjoy hiking on the many trails, some of which are well known for their scenery and even difficulty. A few years ago we climbed Mount LeConte, a trail 6 miles up to the summit and another 6 back down. The Appalachian trail also runs through the park, which we have done portions of.