Thank you, Drury Inn of Bowling Green, for providing us with a wonderful stay. The breakfast and appetizers were delicious. After enjoying our early breakfast, we loaded up the car and headed to our first destination, which happened to be a Buc-ee’s!

We fueled up the buggy and drove to Beverly. Not really! We drove to Camp Wa Kon Da Ho, located here in Kentucky. Although we didn’t actually reach Beverly, we did arrive at the camp on time! We met with the Reverends Mike McColl and Rob Schrader, who served as our guides for this camp. The camp spans over 100 acres of authentic Kentucky woodlands, exuding the rustic charm and ambiance of a classic campground.

Camp Wa Kon Da Ho has undergone several upgrades, including the installation of new heating and air conditioning systems in every cabin. Recently, they have constructed a spacious and functional new bathhouse. A definite upgrade to the benefit of all the campers.

Heather and I thoroughly enjoyed learning about this spiritual place and its rich history. Mike and Rob’s enthusiasm for preserving and improving this Desciples of Christ campground is evident. They’ve witnessed numerous changes over the years and are actively advocating for further enhancements to create a more fulfilling experience for those seeking spiritual growth and support.

The Camp Manager Linda has taken care of this place for many years. She started as a cook in the kitchen and has taken on this challenging role. After saying our goodbyes and thanking them for their time, Heather and I embarked on our journey to our next destination, which was two hours away. We had lunch at the Huddle House, followed by another hour-long drive to our second Buc-ee’s stop to refuel. We also took a moment to inspect the restrooms before continuing our drive through miles of mountainous road construction. The construction was quite unpleasant, but there were some positive aspects, such as the breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains.

The mountains are a beautiful and ever-changing sight, with clouds and sunshine creating a mesmerizing display of colors. Amazing!

We arrived at Camp Christmount about 6:30 p.m. It was a long drive day on some beautiful but challenging roads. Heather and I unloaded part of our car and quickly headed to dinner. Cousin Mike suggested an Italian restaurant named My Father’s Pizza. We found it downtown and busy. It was great! Heather’s circle of friends/ministers/family all have opinions on pineapple on pizza. We ordered the Hawaiian pizza and we were very impressed. Pineapple goes (hands down) on pizza!!! Sorry Scotty, your Momma has spoken!

We returned to our room in Christmount, found a couple of rocking chairs, and spent the night rocking away, albeit for only five minutes. The cool, crisp night air, accompanied by the hum of cicadas and katydids, created a welcoming ambiance that sets the laid back tone for this stay in North Carolina. Unfortunately, we lost an hour and are now on Eastern Standard Time. Good night everyone.