Peaceful
This week’s You Capture challenge focused on the topic of “peace” and I thought that was a pretty broad topic. I was all ready to jump right in. Until I had the most un-peaceful week.
We did manage to head out to the Great Smokies National Park on Sunday and I captured a bear and elk on my camera. That seemed pretty peaceful. I mean, really, how often do you get to see a bear climbing in a tree? And we weren’t about to make any noise, so we wouldn’t startle him (or her.) 
A close-up of the bear: 
And the elk:
I know that in a couple of the pictures, the elk look like they’re fenced in, but don’t let that fool you. The fence had many openings, and they just wandered. There is a group of about 5 elk that the rangers said are good friends right now. In about 3 weeks, mating season will be upon them and the elk will be fighting over the females – typical males.
Finally, some scenics:
Hope you’ve enjoyed this little outing. I definitely found my time out there peaceful. Maybe not the driving on windy roads in hard rain, but it cleared up when we needed it to be clear. It was a nice Sunday afternoon!!
Be sure to check out Beth’s blog this week for more You Capture entries. You can also join in on the fun! š
Looks like a very peaceful and lovely place. Love it.
Love these. Wow…a bear! š
Great pictures! Love the little bear! My favorite is the one with the clouds so low in the sky they cover the mountain! Breathtakingly peaceful! Have a lovely day!
Oh… I love the Smoky Mountains! That makes me want to go back sooooon.
That is beautiful!!!!
I love the bear photos. I definitely think peace when I see animals. I am glad you included them!
HOLY MOLY!! Love the bear shot. That’s definitely not something the average person gets to see in their lifetime! Looks like a sweet little cub š The elk are so beautiful. They look so peaceful lying down and resting. Your scenic shots are perfect. So vivid!!
Great captures!
Oh wow! I especially love the first scenic shot. Amazing captures!
Wow! Amazing captures! Hope your week at home becomes more peaceful! š
Where in the Smokey’s did you take these? They look awesome!
Love these! The one with the elk so close to that cabin/shed/outhouse is so cool!
Thanks, everyone!
We were in Cataloochee, and the barn was built in 1902. I have pictures from a house that was almost that old. I would love to go back and check out the family cemeteries that are in that area!!
Oh my gosh, seeing a bear climb a tree would be amazing for me! Lucky you!
Wow–great shots! I bet yours is the only bear…or elk… š I love the scenic shots in particular. Gorgeous!
Wow. I love your pictures. I don’t know how safe I would feel with a bear nearby though : ) not so peaceful : ). Really great captures!