Once upon a time, two friends who lived on adjoining properties at Smith Mountain Lake fell into conflict. It was the first serious rift in 40 years of living side-by-side, sharing boats, and trading labor and goods as needed without …
The Painting
I don’t know the author of this tale, but it’s one that I hope will inspire all our readers at Smith Mountain Lake and beyond. It is a parable of timeless truth. A wealthy man and his son loved to …
A Heart-Warming Tale
You may have read this story that is floating about the inboxes at Smith Mountain Lake and beyond. But if you haven’t, it is well worth taking the time to do so. The author is unknown to us, but if …
The Meaning of Christmas
Nearly everyone at Smith Mountain Lake enjoys something about Christmas. Perhaps we don’t all appreciate the commercialization of this special holiday, but most people have some favorite element about Christmas. For some of us, it is simply the presence of …
A Child Explains God – SML Inspirations
One of our favorite things to share with Smith Mountain Lake readers is true stories that inspire and encourage. I think you all will be as uplifted (and amused) by this child’s faith as we were. The following was written …
Smith Mountain Lake Thanksgiving
Many of us at Smith Mountain Lake think of Pilgrims and Indians when Thanksgiving rolls around. Others think of turkey dinner, pumpkin pie, and family all together around the table. Whatever comes to mind at Thanksgiving, let us be overflowing …
Priorities in SML Life
Living in Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia is conducive to a peaceful, slower pace of life. The lake, the beautiful countryside, and the pleasant community are all part of a lovely package that inspires the spirit. Nevertheless, we all get our …
An Inspiring Tale
So many things inspire me with their beauty: a child laughing, Smith Mountain Lake in the early morning mist, an act of unselfish kindness, a mountain panorama and so much more. Stories like the following move and encourage me as …
The Pencil Analogy
There are certain situations in your Smith Mountain Lake office or at home, where a pencil is the only writing utensil that is appropriate. Some people thought pencils would become obsolete with the introduction of so many varieties of pens …
Help A Family In Need
Even living somewhere as lovely and peaceful as Smith Mountain Lake does not make us immune to the sorrows of life. Below is a touching letter from the owner of our company regarding a fellow realtor with Smith Mountain Homes. When …