Cleo the very happy clam.

Cleo had left the Turtle Mound Clam Clan. She had been successful in hitching a ride. She was on an adventure. Gypsy blood coursed through her veins. She had experienced the cool mountain air and cold bold stream fresh water of WNC. She had certainly found the right people to tag along with. She found them entertaining and their conversations funny. She liked them, and they seemed to like her too. Today they went hiking through a beautiful woods. The sun rays danced through the tall tree tops. The crisp mountain air was invigorating. Yes Cleo, is happy as a clam!  If you look closely, you will see a smile on Cleo's face as she pauses on the trail.

Her new friends, noticing the growing smile built

a stone pile so she could enjoy the beautiful day.

The sense of adventure, earthy smells, sights of nature and

sound of laughter ringing through the woods made

Cleo a very happy clam.