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  • @bonniekaye
    @bonniekaye ปีที่แล้ว +2

    *You are a beautiful, Christian couple!*
    I am so glad that my sister suggested your channel to me!
    *God Bless you in your amazing travels!*
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @koalabear6722
    @koalabear6722 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fried taters with onion is the bomb. I love butter, salt, and pepper with taters. Might try fried canned taters in camp. So nice to camp with a 🔥 and got chocolate and a cozy safe enclosed place to sleep with some amenities inside. We love our RPOD, ALL SELF CONTAINED. Happy Camping....yes, our hope is for a cleansed earth free from sin and Satan

  • @paularandall2798
    @paularandall2798 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can always pray for my family! I love Buddy Bear camp ground!

  • @CarnivoreFrank
    @CarnivoreFrank ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was a pastor and then a truck stop chaplain and now I work in a hospital sitting with patients. Soon I hope to be retired and I have a desire to travel and minister. Maybe someday I’ll be a missionary driver chaplain.

  • @G5coat1
    @G5coat1 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The Firedside Faith and Fellowship by Friday's Forever. Fantastically fabulous food for the soul. God Bless y'all. My favorite moment in your vlogs so far. 😍

  • @Pauline-il7nt
    @Pauline-il7nt ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Just found your channel. Loved the fireside chat!!!!! Great to see believers not shy away from their beliefs! Looking forward to more Smoky Mountain videos….my favorite place in the world!

    • @dandtintennessee7675
      @dandtintennessee7675 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They have enough awesome videos to keep you busy for a while. Great videos and great folks in the most beautiful place in the world.. Welcome to the family.

    • @bonniekaye
      @bonniekaye ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree! 🌹

  • @laurindawaddle3695
    @laurindawaddle3695 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for speaking the name of Jesus! I have watched you guys for awhile and knew you were believers because of seeing you pray. To hear you talk about our Savior really excites me! Please continue to do so. You have such a wonderful opportunity with your channel to reach so many people. May God bless you both!

  • @louiserogers352
    @louiserogers352 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Loved the fireside chat where you shared your Faith in God. My favorite part! The campground was nice and the food looked awesome!

  • @jesswest7055
    @jesswest7055 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Big T you just love sitting in you Mama's lap and I know she loves it too! Love watching yall. Cant wait for the next video Happy Valentines Day!

  • @wandawilliams3707
    @wandawilliams3707 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’ve never thought about frying up some canned potatoes! The food looked yummy. Loved the fireside devotion. AINT GOD GOOD!? I’m thankful for praying friends. Pray for my son who is a recovering addict. He’s having a difficult time with depression.

  • @4robinrm
    @4robinrm ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mike, you have a great singing voice. Campground looks very nice!...nice too that there are no crowds currently! Lovely video!

  • @rickl9253
    @rickl9253 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love your channel. I especially enjoyed this episode because of the message of hope that you brought. We have a small Class C RV that we really enjoy, but I'm one year into treatment for cancer and it has been difficult for us to use it or to get away due to doctor visits or treatments. With that, Karen mentioned about y'all taking prayer requests, so I'd humbly as you to pray for me. I'm so ready to get well and get camping again. We love the Smokies and miss being there often. Thanks and blessings, Rick Lightfoot

    • @FridaysForever
      @FridaysForever  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Please know we will be praying!

    • @kathyg1346
      @kathyg1346 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Praying for you Rick!

    • @bisleyblackhawk1288
      @bisleyblackhawk1288 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Prayers for you and yours as well as the medical staff in treating your cancer 🙏🙏🙏

    • @rickl9253
      @rickl9253 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bisleyblackhawk1288 Thanks my friend. Prayers are truly appreciated.

  • @robertgould2876
    @robertgould2876 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your blessing over the meal shows how blessed you are👍💖

  • @waynemcallister4295
    @waynemcallister4295 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks to both you and Karen for what you do!!!

  • @mikecausey6693
    @mikecausey6693 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I appreciate you Two praying. That is a great illustration for others to see and adopt. Me and my wife love your adventures. Thanks again OH IO. ❤️ Happy Valentine's day.

  • @jaymejohnson2375
    @jaymejohnson2375 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is my husband's retirement dream. I can do it if I have a nice setup like this!!.love east Tennessee! Beautiful ❤️

  • @supergirl1709
    @supergirl1709 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My husband and I watch your channel love all the places you, you two are so relaxing to watch no drama seem so very real keep them coming,we live in Illinois but we were married in Severville Tennesse we have a special place in our hearts for Tennessee. Love the campfire chat Keep up amazing work you do Thank you!!

  • @tonylinkous7940
    @tonylinkous7940 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good Job again guys, We had forgotten about that campground. We really like your campfire message, It's great when believers share their faith, we are right there with you. Still hope to get together sometime. God Bless, Tony & Jeannie

  • @AmyQ97
    @AmyQ97 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just love your videos. You guys remind me of my husband and I. Just doing the simple things and loving each day together!

  • @pameladecicco6509
    @pameladecicco6509 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congrats on 20k. Well deserved. Thank you for your beautiful message around the fire, with T snug as a bug in a rug! God Bless.💚

  • @MsSusie1959
    @MsSusie1959 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mike n Karen, Buddy bear Camp Grounds it's beautiful there, I love the spot you two have there. It's big and spacious that's what I love and plus your beside the River, Plus I share this on my FaceBook and Twitter, Hugs n Love you all 3 and God Bless

  • @smarthq3189
    @smarthq3189 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Having been watching your videos and really enjoying them. I especially liked your fireside chat in this video. Thank you.

  • @angiemurphy3693
    @angiemurphy3693 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I will be trying the canned potatoes that way. Everything looked really good. Thank you for sharing your adventures with all of us. God bless y'all...😊

  • @TMeAdventures
    @TMeAdventures ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We love you guys and Big T too! We are so happy for you, you’re on fire!!!

  • @hume1963
    @hume1963 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't believe you mentioned Pablo Cruise. I grew up in the 70's and I really like their music. Glad to see you love the Lord.

  • @reneebarrow4697
    @reneebarrow4697 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Another good one. Loved the blessing of the food and the fireside devotional. This place looked nice and your food looked yummy. If you would, always keep my family in your prayers. 🙏 Hey, to both of you and to my man, Big T. 👋❤ I love how he cuddles in the blanket in Karen's lap by the fire. Such a sweet boy. Thanks for sharing and including our Lord and Savior. Be safe.

    • @FridaysForever
      @FridaysForever  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much and know we will be praying!

  • @bobtedford7620
    @bobtedford7620 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We love your channel, love seeing you say grace, there were a few videos where you didnt, its just part of who you guys are, keep it up!

    • @michaelmerck7576
      @michaelmerck7576 ปีที่แล้ว

      They might not have filmed the prayer but I'm sure they offered it at some point

  • @kathyg1346
    @kathyg1346 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your fireside chat! So happy you both are enjoying your new camper! God is so good!

  • @csmith9189
    @csmith9189 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I always enjoy watching your reviews and journeys. Blessings to you as you bless us!

  • @RhondaA
    @RhondaA ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks like a nice, laid back place to camp.

  • @snidelywhiplash6391
    @snidelywhiplash6391 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ❤Fridays Forever, yes indeed!

  • @janeseckinger4129
    @janeseckinger4129 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoy your channel.
    We love the mountains especially The Smoky Mountains.
    Appreciate your Christian stance and sharing your beliefs in Jesus.
    Keep on doing that.

  • @courtneystevens6887
    @courtneystevens6887 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Mike and Karen! Sorry I haven’t commented in a while, I’ve been dealing with some health issues. Still watching every video though, and they’ve all been terrific!
    What a peaceful campground you guys stayed at. And I loved your message on hope! It’s awesome how the two of you openly share your faith and your willingness to pray for others. Love you both! ❤

    • @FridaysForever
      @FridaysForever  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We pray you are doing better Courtney. Love you!

    • @courtneystevens6887
      @courtneystevens6887 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FridaysForever Thank you so much…please continue to keep me in your prayers. 🙏🏻❤️ I just watched your latest video a little while ago. Wow, Gatlinburg looked so busy and it’s not even spring break yet! Looks like the weather’s been nice there. I love the sweater you bought, Karen, it’s so cute!! The donut from the Donut Friar looked delish as did the fudge. And Big T looked adorable in his sweater. Looked like a fun day for sure! 😊

  • @Cdnbarbqmafia
    @Cdnbarbqmafia ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Awesome dinner!!! The campground looked Great! Hi to Big T!!!

  • @nanasue9987
    @nanasue9987 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it when you share your faith . Praying for many years of safe traveling . Always bring us along to enjoy also .

  • @robertrich9336
    @robertrich9336 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Goodnight Johnboy! 😉

  • @garlandsuggs554
    @garlandsuggs554 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The wagon you was wondering what it was for is a manure spreader. Nice looking campground. Like your videos.

  • @memawg6008
    @memawg6008 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! One of our favorite campgrounds. Great location, owners, camping host. Reservations ahead of time for river sites. Especially Spring, summer, and fall. Thanks for showing different campgrounds in the Smokies. ☺

  • @mirandasimmons7263
    @mirandasimmons7263 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I cried through this one. I love your relationship. Me and my now ex husband stayed in the popcorn cabin a few years ago, before he made a huge mistake and we had to part ways. Good memories from when things were good in life.

  • @skippyjones4195
    @skippyjones4195 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Guys that’s awesome I really love hanging out with you guys it’s just Awesome so Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️👍✌️

  • @shirleys765
    @shirleys765 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh yeah burnt marsh mellows! Thanks for another great video. Looks like fun! God bless both of you.

  • @roncarrigan8258
    @roncarrigan8258 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Jim Bob and Maryanne. Love the adventures with you two.

  • @denisesmith9013
    @denisesmith9013 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice campground great view and I love the old stuff

  • @teresacantrell7400
    @teresacantrell7400 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This dinner looks sooooo good. I got one of those Blackstone grills for Christmas and I can’t wait to try this out on it. Thanks for showing us all your delicious food on your camping adventures! ❤️

  • @moosetracks1
    @moosetracks1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mike you were making me hungry with those grilled taters. I hope that one day my wife and I can make it up there to do a meet and greet with you and Karen. Also I love the videos especially when you have Big T in them. He's so cute. Keep em comin

  • @keithsanders2792
    @keithsanders2792 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Boy, I wish my wife and I were able to do what you two are doing. Thanks for sharing your time and adventures with us, we enjoy the trips.

  • @sandyhoback9317
    @sandyhoback9317 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love you two.Thank you for taking us along

  • @pamcamp1396
    @pamcamp1396 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed this adventure! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and Christian views! 🧡

  • @carlavision6143
    @carlavision6143 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mike and Karen, really enjoyed your video! What a beautiful campground and river! I love Heinz 57 ketchup on my steak fries! Your potatoes and chopped steaks looked so good. Love Big T!❤️🐾🐾❤️🐕❤️🐾🐾❤️

  • @sheilawillis490
    @sheilawillis490 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi from GA!! 💜😊💚

  • @darlenedrummer8478
    @darlenedrummer8478 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    JESUS ! ❤️

  • @johns.6183
    @johns.6183 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a great video! Romans 1:20 always comes to mind when camping out in the smokies - such a beautiful place!! Already looking forward to the next adventure. Stay safe and God bless!!

  • @raymondgrant8113
    @raymondgrant8113 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. We have been staying here since 2018. The duvalls sold the place about a year and a half ago. They were very nice and friendly. The new owners and staff are also super friendly. Got to try that canned potatoes trick. Thanks for the video

  • @skellym37061
    @skellym37061 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this channel! Thank you for all your video's.Its great to know that there are people such as yourself still left in this world! God Bless you in your travels!Thank you for sharing!!!!

  • @alicevaughn7990
    @alicevaughn7990 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m Glad God saves old sinners like me . Been on the Glory road for some years now, I have failed many times along my way . But oh how my Savior loves me and has blessed me with love and family and friends who are not ashamed of sharing their love for The Lord friends like the two of you that bring clean content in your videos . God’s Blessing on you both Karen and Mike. In Christian Love!

  • @dandtintennessee7675
    @dandtintennessee7675 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm gonna have to look this place up. I don't recall ever seeing it. I love this campground series. I see a campground drive through coming when we're there in August.

  • @ms.tep_
    @ms.tep_ ปีที่แล้ว

    You two sure had a nice place to stay the night. Your meal you cooked made me hungry! Lol 😋That knife looks really nice Mike. Very cool decorative fire ring. I love a burnt marshmallow too Mike. Love your picks of songs and your videos as always Mike & Karen. Thanks for taking my mind off life...if even for a short time. 💞

  • @stevenannett1739
    @stevenannett1739 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've told every one,,,,love your vids guys..Definatley show us some great places to visit in Tenn!

  • @shoppergirl4363
    @shoppergirl4363 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THAT SEEMS LIKE A NEAT PLACE!

  • @mikeanderson7165
    @mikeanderson7165 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank y’all for sharing another awesome video my our Lord continue to bless y’all an y’all’s travels.

  • @loriurban1070
    @loriurban1070 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your faith ❤️

  • @o4major97
    @o4major97 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    always good to see you pray.

  • @gunlover067
    @gunlover067 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No campfire cinna bunn 😁 God bless Yall👍👍

  • @olafpamela
    @olafpamela ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Y'all 🤗🐾❤️. Always love your camping/campfire chats🏕❤️. Is there any chance maybe the campgrounds would let you vlog a cabin, we don't own a camper . Thanks for sharing your adventures 🤗🐾❤️. God bless

  • @jeffdickens7019
    @jeffdickens7019 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mike and Karen I'm glad to see y'all are enjoying life anytime you can camp down by the river that is great the campground was real nice y'alls food look great just needed a onion till next time take care God bless

  • @robinc2024
    @robinc2024 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Praying you three have safe travels always! God bless

  • @LL-wu8zt
    @LL-wu8zt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favorite channels!

  • @peppysmom2708
    @peppysmom2708 ปีที่แล้ว

    You both are such an encouragement to me! Loved your fireside chat! Karen just joined your devotional sight. Great food for the soul. God bless! 🙏❤️🙏❤️

  • @Momtocam1997
    @Momtocam1997 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful campground…God Bless😊

  • @dianakoontz3518
    @dianakoontz3518 ปีที่แล้ว

    God,each other and a possitive attitude will get you through anything. Prayers your way!

  • @robertrich9336
    @robertrich9336 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love going on adventures with you both! 😊

  • @kathyadkins816
    @kathyadkins816 ปีที่แล้ว

    We have a 36' Class A with 2 slides. As we've gotten older, I wish we had a smaller camper. Takes a lot of planning and energy to do a trip. We found through the years, eating out was much easier and better for us (we're in our 70's) but used to enjoy all the outdoor cooking. It became such a chore to drag all that in and out of the RV. Happy camping!

  • @leahjacobs38
    @leahjacobs38 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video brought tears to my eyes 🥹 the fireside chat was such a blessing!! I just found your channel and subscribed right away. Thank you so much for sharing your light.

  • @sammystout3558
    @sammystout3558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Coleman camp table I like it

  • @MsSupreme11
    @MsSupreme11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your videos so nice to watch❤

  • @jodypugh3366
    @jodypugh3366 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your videos guys and totally appreciate your positive thoughts ,and just know we all have to keep our trust and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ!The campground is beautiful there on the river as well as the rustic cabins , tractors etc.Big T seems to enjoy camping also....especially all the good food you guys cook up on the Blackstone!😉🐶🐕‍🦺

  • @caseynash3223
    @caseynash3223 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your Channel! Glad to find a channel with believers!

  • @judyparker8283
    @judyparker8283 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for another great video!

  • @maggierosebud4038
    @maggierosebud4038 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In Gatlinburg now....love it. Thanks for the videos.. learning alot about camping

  • @paulettebrochet2011
    @paulettebrochet2011 ปีที่แล้ว

    We really loved your stay at this campground. Looks very well kept. We are loving your van life adventures. Hopefully they will expand the bath house atleast for two showers or bathroom areas. That's great its nice and cozy inside. Enjoyed your prayer time at the end. I follow your blog Karen and find your posts very inspiring. Would love to have you both keep my Dad in your prayers. His name is Vincent. Thank you so much. Your videos help us unwind and focus on one of our favorite places and just enjoy your adventures.

  • @diamondbackking4141
    @diamondbackking4141 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks again for another camping 🏕 adventure ! Now I know how to cook those canned potatoes with ketchup ! Yes, I am one of those that catch my marshmallows on 🔥 fire, blow it out & eat ! God bless the campfire devotions too...

  • @kendrasmith6637
    @kendrasmith6637 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your food looked so good. Looks like a nice place to camp. Glad you had fun. God bless 🙌

  • @mattgarr57
    @mattgarr57 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes! Speaking hope and encouragement through Jesus! My favorite part of this video. Heaven was smiling through that part of the video too. I really liked when you said, “we just don’t hope, we have a relationship”. When we have a relationship with Jesus, we advance from hoping to knowing. Keep sharing. Here’s an idea. Have each video have a message about “hope for today”, and share a message, say a prayer, offer prayer requests, etc. Also at the end, say a blessing over your audience. Then watch your channel explode. By the way, I used to motorcycle tour all through the Blue Ridge…… eastern WV, southwest VA, eastern KY, east TN, and western NC. I miss it, but for some reason still not revealed, God wanted me to give up that hobby, but anyway, that’s how I originally found Mike’s videos.

    • @FridaysForever
      @FridaysForever  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much Matt - Miss the moto some days! God bless.

    • @mattgarr57
      @mattgarr57 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FridaysForever I was reading some of the other comments. The "fireside chats" would be an awesome regular thing. Share testimony, pray, have a message, etc, at the fire pit. Sharing God's goodness over a fire! God's Fire, Flames of Glory, You have led us through the fires, Burning Bright ....... just brainstorming a few names.

  • @taradalmatianshaver6828
    @taradalmatianshaver6828 ปีที่แล้ว

    Delicious dinner! I Iove my marshmallows burnt! I like that you all pray on your videos. I think this video might be my favorite so far because you spoke out about a relationship with God.

  • @justincarrier
    @justincarrier ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Poo poo spreader my friend enjoy your videos didn't no u wer a pastor witch is amazing to know may God bless u guys n ur travels

  • @dukeblue9999
    @dukeblue9999 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a wonderful sharing couple. Great channel 😊

  • @nancydial5156
    @nancydial5156 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful campsite

  • @bhoover7562
    @bhoover7562 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We stayed in that exact same spot last March! great little campground!

  • @bisleyblackhawk1288
    @bisleyblackhawk1288 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an especially nice campground and an especially nice couple (plus Big T ☺️) likewise…much love from Cleveland TN 😊😊😊…enjoying your fantastic channel. 👍👍👍

  • @meltcmelinda4012
    @meltcmelinda4012 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amen and Amen, Thank you for all you do and share with us, the viewers. I agree with Karen on the camp site, its the best one. I love the warmth and caring you share and above all God. Dinner looked good, I forgot the dessert, what was served? Not important, Hey, just a note, you are loved and cared for by many. If you ever need prayer or lifting up to God please let me know. Sending all my LOVE , waving from NC

    • @FridaysForever
      @FridaysForever  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much Mel! Cold desserts from Food City. God bless!!

  • @nancywood8705
    @nancywood8705 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANKS FOR GETTING ME OUT OF THE HOUSE. THAT SOUNDS SILLY, BUT I REALLY DO FEEL LIKE I,VE BEEN SOME WHERE . BEAUTIFUL CAMP. KISSES FOR BIG T

  • @richperry8552
    @richperry8552 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i do believe that piece of antique equipment was a manure spreader. nice place. great video as always.

    • @kathyguenther5866
      @kathyguenther5866 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You got it Rich a manure spreader it was!!!!!

    • @keitheverhart9556
      @keitheverhart9556 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes that was a manure spreader. Brings back fragrant memories of my youth.

  • @lonnien.clifton1113
    @lonnien.clifton1113 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVE FROM LONNIE IN BOILING SPRING LAKES N.C.

  • @ricklaplante1687
    @ricklaplante1687 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yet another campground to add to our list. We just found you two and really enjoy your videos. Thanks

  • @tennesseegirl2985
    @tennesseegirl2985 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your adventures and your faith. ❤

  • @jlgraham5606
    @jlgraham5606 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoying your E. TN camping. Moving back to Sweetwater this June and will definitely hit some of the places you have highlighted.

  • @robertrich9336
    @robertrich9336 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amen 🙏

  • @kimberlyschleicher5292
    @kimberlyschleicher5292 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your channel, I just recently found your channel and I just love it. Thank you for all your faith, It is so refreshing. God bless and keep coming with all the videos.

  • @kellychaney
    @kellychaney ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks very nice.

  • @rvtastic2021
    @rvtastic2021 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God bless you guys and thank you for your videos and we hope to see you guys when we come up to Townsend Tennessee( little arrow campground) in march for are spring break, a week before up there spring break.