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CT: Middlesex County- Old Saybrook- Biking

A great choice for my first ride of 2022. 15 miles around the shoreline of beautiful Old Saybrook. Started at the Old Saybrook train station, went through the lovely town and rode along the shore. North Main Street to Main Street Left on North Cove Road Right onto Cromwell Place Continue onto Fenwick Street ContinueContinue reading “CT: Middlesex County- Old Saybrook- Biking”

CT: Fairfield County- Pear Tree Point

Spring Forward brings the ability to catch a sunset after work. I anxiously grabbed a sandwich and watched from the gazebo on the point. I may have been a bit premature as several onlookers shivered from the cold with a similar thought. But I was nonetheless inspired by the idea of spring awakening.

CT: Fairfield County: Norwalk- Best Hot Chocolate

As I continued my search for the best hot chocolate in the area, I came across an article about Cafe Social and the number of different flavors of their hot chocolate. I chose the Nutella! It was very beautifully presented and was absolutely delicious! I can’t wait to return on another wintry day and tryContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County: Norwalk- Best Hot Chocolate”

Inspiration: It’s a mad world

I spent a cold winters afternoon at Grace Farms in an inspirational and warm environment. One of their beautiful glass buildings is their library filled with opportunities for growth and insights. I recognized I selected a book which may take me on a journey far away while sitting in New Canaan, CT. Its messages wereContinue reading “Inspiration: It’s a mad world”

Inspiration- Peekaboo Sunset

I made a detour tonight as I saw the sun setting in a clear blue sky in my rear view mirror. I enjoyed playing peekaboo as the sun fell into Westport’s Compo Beach with dozens of cars lining its shores. As my son recently said to me . . . Good call Mom!

CT: New Haven County- Guilford: Cilantro (hot chocolate)

This year one of my gold is to try the different hot chocolate options in the state. Cilantro offers one of the better hot chocolates with offering of whipped cream and it’s located right on the Guilford green! I’ve vote this one behind Kent Coffee and Chocolate but ahead of Arethusa (possibly due to ArethusaContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- Guilford: Cilantro (hot chocolate)”

CT: Middlesex County- Madison (Drive up sunset)

It’s been a while. At 55 in February it was time for a sunset with reflections. I have always enjoyed the drive up sunsets by the Madison Beach Hotel in Madison, CT You can also stop at their bar and overlook the sunset on the beach on their wraparound porch and simply get lost inContinue reading “CT: Middlesex County- Madison (Drive up sunset)”

CT: Fairfield County- The Goose Bistro & Bar (Winter)

A good friend, a tasty restaurant with good wine and a fireplace is a great find in the winter months. I was fortunate enough to hit a home run at The Goose in Darien with a friend recently. we each enjoyed a red wine from Napa Valley sharing grilled calamari and a cauliflower pizza. SitContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- The Goose Bistro & Bar (Winter)”

CT: Middlesex County- Comstock Bridge

Gates to Heaven . . . Or so it appeared to me. This bridge was originally built in 1785. It’s one of three covered bridges that remain in Connecticut. Located in East Hampton, this one is my favorite. Beneath the bridge I swear Salmon River was smiling at the heavenly thought. Stopped at nearby CatoContinue reading “CT: Middlesex County- Comstock Bridge”

CT: Hartford County- Blackledge Falls (Winter)

I stood in the center of Blackledge Falls in Glastonbury, CT which was literally frozen in time. I included myself in the shot for scale. It’s Connecticut’s natural ice castles and is truly amazing to see. About 1/2 mile hike from the lot but it is a steep decline to the falls so must wearContinue reading “CT: Hartford County- Blackledge Falls (Winter)”