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CT: Fairfield County- Rowayton- The Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood (Sunset)

Being a gal from New York City, I admit, I can be a bit of a city snob when it comes to a nice restaurant. Seating can be indoor or out, seated or by boat! The environment was very relaxing and the service superb. The food was delicious and I felt good about going forContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Rowayton- The Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood (Sunset)”

CT: New Haven County- Madison-Hammonasset State Park (Spring Sunset)

After just over a year the covid vaccine is now available. After an exhausting day I was able to schedule the vaccine. It provided me with a feeling of renewal and hope. I then realized today was the first day of spring. The evening had a chill but I was prepared to rejoice with aContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- Madison-Hammonasset State Park (Spring Sunset)”

Inspiration: Rejuvenation

My work day starts early. I’ve learned to schedule a 10 minute work break at the time of the morning sunrise. It’s different every day in so many ways: The time it rises; The placement of the sun; The colors of the sky; The reflections of the light; the shapes of the clouds. It rejuvenatesContinue reading “Inspiration: Rejuvenation”

CT: New Haven County- Guilford (Bike 10, Hike, Eat!)

As a Type A, I try to get the biggest bang for my time and energy. Bike riding with scenic views is one of my favorite outdoor adventures. I take the time to map out routes which offer moderate effort rides with photo ops and good food stops. This 10-12 mile ride in Guilford providedContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- Guilford (Bike 10, Hike, Eat!)”

CT: Hartford County- West Hartford- Elizabeth Park (Winter)

Elizabeth Park is a municipal park in Hartford/West Hartford and is on the National Registry of Historic Places. For one week in the beginning of Spring the Conservancy hosts a springs bulb show in the greenhouse. As I was in the area I stopped by to take a quick peek. Most impressive was that theContinue reading “CT: Hartford County- West Hartford- Elizabeth Park (Winter)”

CT: New Haven County-New Haven- Yale (Walk)

After so many years, my first walk around the Yale campus felt like a trip to London. One fun activity is to locate the four secret societies of Yale. One pictured above is “Book and Snake.” Fortunately for me my cousin was familiar with them. With the pandemic most quads and museums were unavailable toContinue reading “CT: New Haven County-New Haven- Yale (Walk)”

CT: New Haven County- Silver Sands (Winter Walk)

While I have frequented Silver Sands for sunrise and sunset, today was a stroll. A clear blue sky allowed the sun to glow through the wheat grass and reflect against the boardwalk. Birds directed me to the lone famous tree to share the sun which cast the shadows in the Sound. Today I spoke withContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- Silver Sands (Winter Walk)”

CT: New Haven County-Orange- Housatonic Overlook & Tucker’s Ridge

Finding new outdoor adventures and capturing unique photo perspectives has been my respite through these challenging and historical times. What I hadn’t anticipated is the wonderful response I have received and the positive energy it promotes. Introduced in my last adventure, I share another poem written by a lovely young lady with a beautiful freeContinue reading “CT: New Haven County-Orange- Housatonic Overlook & Tucker’s Ridge”

CT: Fairfield County-Stratford- Lordship Seawall (Winter Sunset)

The sun took a while to set. It shared so many colors and seemed to brighten further before finally saying good night. I took advantage of its hesitation. There were many vehicles parked along the Seawall waiting for tonight’s sun. I loved catching the sun’s reflecting in the beach houses. The water was crashing againstContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Stratford- Lordship Seawall (Winter Sunset)”

CT: Fairfield County- Westport- Compo Beach (Winter Sunset)

A warm clear night in March 2021, I drove to Compo Beach while I still can (in season it’s for residents only). This time I sought a new perspective for the setting sun. One sunset, four perspectives. I parked and walked on the perimeter of the grounds. I saw a patch of wheat grass andContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Westport- Compo Beach (Winter Sunset)”