Belinda

Inspiration: Whistle Near the Blindman

The title of this blog is not my own. When I was in my teens my boyfriend shared he one day wanted to write a book with this title. He felt that folks needed to be reminded and/or taught that even with only sparing a moment you can support someone else. He thought that perhapsContinue reading “Inspiration: Whistle Near the Blindman”

Inspiration: Dancing Trees

At first I felt awkward going on some of my outdoor adventures on my own. I realized, however, that if I approached it a bit differently I could greatly improve the experience. I decided to make others part of the adventure through my lens. This was actually a huge and successful pivot. Now as IContinue reading “Inspiration: Dancing Trees”

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CT: Hartford County-Collinsville- Antiques on the Farmington

I have enjoyed Collinsville on so many different levels and opportunities over time I anticipate many blogs directing you to this area. My first visit several years ago was based on my walking along the Farmington River trail. The following year I biked the trail. Third year I kayaked the Farmington River. So much toContinue reading “CT: Hartford County-Collinsville- Antiques on the Farmington”

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CT: Fairfield County-Norwalk- Calf Pasture (Winter Solstice)

“Move to the left,” I screamed out to the ducks who were hanging out by the shore. Tonight is the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, and also the evening when it’s said that we can view the planets Jupiter and Saturn to form the star of Bethlehem. Well that’s quite a goodContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Norwalk- Calf Pasture (Winter Solstice)”

NY: Westchester County- Katonah- Lasdon Park (Winter)

An under rated four season park with lovely child friendly events. I posted about Lasdon park in the Fall where I also referenced summer and spring events. Recalling its many paths and one specifically to a Chinese Pagoda I was the first to break the trail during this last snow fall. While many of theContinue reading “NY: Westchester County- Katonah- Lasdon Park (Winter)”

CT: Fairfield County- Greenwich- Holiday Stroll

Originally a cow path with a strong scent of manure in the air was the scene of the original Greenwich Avenue, then called Piking Lane in Horseneck. Quite a difference a couple of centuries makes when you walk down the Avenue during the holidays. While the hometown spirit remains you can also feel the senseContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Greenwich- Holiday Stroll”

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Inspiration: A Gift That Keeps on Giving

Last night was the final night of Hanukah 2020. I felt I should pause to remember the influence my father has had on me. My father told me since I was a child, “prevenir et mieux que guerir” (literally translated “prevention is better than healing”). Today with the pandemic this also easily translates to wearContinue reading “Inspiration: A Gift That Keeps on Giving”

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CT: Litchfield County-West Cornwall Bridge

One of the last vehicular covered bridges in Connecticut, this iconic landmark spans 172 feet long and runs over the Housatonic River. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it still carries vehicular traffic on Connecticut Route 128. Designed by Ithiel Town, it has been in continuous service since 1864. I have enjoyed touringContinue reading “CT: Litchfield County-West Cornwall Bridge”

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CT: Litchfield County- Kent Falls Park

Kent Falls is a 250-foot drop through a staircase of water falls of about 1/4 mile through the Housatonic River. I must admit that while I have been here several times before, I am now seeing this through my “new eyes” which makes this a completely new experience. I am intrigued by the designs createdContinue reading “CT: Litchfield County- Kent Falls Park”

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CT: Hartford County- Farmington- Hillstead Museum (Holiday Event)

The only live Nutcracker experience in CT during the pandemic is featured here as the Ballet Theater company dances within the glass enclosed front porch as a few on lookers watch from the outside. It’s like watching a real life snow globe! It was a nice respite for a rainy day. I stood in frontContinue reading “CT: Hartford County- Farmington- Hillstead Museum (Holiday Event)”