Day 4 in Hendersonville, North Carolina was a slower, more relaxed day than the earlier ones. Honestly, I slept in much later than expected. The trip had caught up with me, and I was completely wiped out. Sometimes travel exhaustion hits hard, and you just have to honor that. I even slept til 6 pm on day 6, my sister had to go to work. I was planning to go off the grid. But, I don’t have Luna with me. I was afraid to do it alone.
Once I finally got moving, the day turned into a laid-back exploration of some of Hendersonville’s coolest local spots.
We started with the Appalachian Pinball Museum, which felt like stepping into a retro time capsule. There’s something so satisfying about the sound of vintage pinball machines clacking and bouncing. This space brought back so many memories and gave the day a nostalgic, playful energy. 13 dollars all day free play $1 sodas how can you beat that.
Afterward, we wandered the streets, admiring the vibrant chalk art murals and sidewalk drawings scattered throughout town. These little pop-up galleries of color and creativity brought unexpected brightness to ordinary sidewalks. They turned our walk into a visual adventure.
One of my favorite discoveries were the painted bear statues peppered throughout Hendersonville. Each bear has a unique design and personality. They had some whimsical, others bold and abstract. Seeing them all around town gave the place a quirky feel. It felt welcoming, like the city itself is giving you a friendly nod.
To cap off the day, we stopped at Sweet Frog for some delicious frozen yogurt. After the slow start, the frozen yogurt felt like the perfect little reward, sweet and refreshing. It was just what we needed to keep the daylight and fun.
Videos and Journals:
I’ve been uploading videos for each day the day after they happen. If you want to see Day 4 in motion, you can check out my TikTok. It includes everything from pinball flips to colorful chalk and painted bears. My Instagram also has these highlights. You can also check my other socials. (@Poeaxtry_). I love sharing those moments because they bring the places to life beyond words.
The more detailed hiking and adventure journal posts usually come either the morning or night after the day’s adventures. I can take a little time to think. I organize my thoughts. I write from a fresh but still vivid perspective.
What’s next?
Day 5 videos already up (this post is late) full of waterfalls, quiet nature, and sunsets. Thanks for tracking along on this trip. Thank you for being part of the journey even from afar. I appreciate you letting me share these small but meaningful moments.
