Pivot and Pause in New England
A Photographic Journal of Opportunities
Fun Fact: The town of Colchester delayed Thanksgiving in 1705 as they didn’t have enough molasses! Known as the Great Molasses shortage of Colchester, the write up in the link at bottom shares the background about the postponement due to the impact on baked beans, brown bread and pumpkin pie! Founded in 1698 and knowingContinue reading “CT: New London County-Colchester Tour”
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In my continued quest for off season drive up sunsets (i.e., places in season for residents only), brought me to 8 acre Pear Tree Point Beach in Darien on this November evening. As I approached the beach I already felt like I was on a European vacation. I knew the feeling would only be forContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Darien-Pear Tree Point Beach (off -season sunset)”
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For those that love sunrises and sunsets, there is little more inspirational than seeing the amazing colors of nature. This sunrise at St. Mary’s by the Sea in Bridgeport unified all those present as we shared the amazing sight. November 2020 Join me to see how the sunrise will differ with the seasons.
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Are you a Biophiliac? Biophilia- literally means “the love of life” and the living world such as nature. If you are a Biophiliac the exhibit at the Bendel Mansion is quite impressive. Biophilia: A Dialogue with Art, Nature and Science from October 1, 2020 to January 10, 2021. The Stamford Museum and Nature Center describesContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Stamford-Stamford Nature Center (Bendel Mansion Special Event)”
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This is the highest point within 25 miles of the coastline from Connecticut to Florida! Choose any difficulty level to reach Castle Craig. In season (early May through October) you can drive up to the castle. Off season you could walk the 2.8 mile out and back road or you can hike the mountain. AllContinue reading “CT: Meriden- New Haven County- Hubbard Park/Castle Craig (Fall 2020)”
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It’s a Fairytale walk. At sunrise, during the day, or sunset. Go for the haunted lighthouse sunset and return for the sunrise lighthouse angel! Stupendous views of Long Island Sound and Black Harbor including two lighthouses. There is a walkway directly along the sound with a small Marsh on one end and the Black HarborContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County-Bridgeport- St. Mary’s By the Sea Park (Sunset)”
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Capturing the colors of the sky with subjects in its shadows is especially rewarding once the leaves fall off the trees. That led me to learn that in Vermont they actually have named two more seasons – Mud and Sticks! Mud season is the period after the snow melts and before spring when the groundContinue reading “Inspiration: Mud & Sticks”
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A happy cow yields yummy chocolates! Being from NYC and traveling the globe, I thought I knew the best chocolates. At this working dairy farm, the chocolatier, so very dedicated to her cows and her chocolate creations, you can taste the difference. The family farm is not only a fun place to visit but alsoContinue reading “CT: Litchfield County- Goshen- Thorncrest Farms & Milkhouse Chocolates”
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Many of the Connecticut shoreline beaches which are otherwise either off limits or prohibitively expensive for non residents can be accessed post season. I was asked recently to list those which I enjoy in Fairfield County. What a great idea to collect in one place and share. We all just can’t go at the sameContinue reading “CT: Fairfield County- Drive-Up Off-Season Sunsets (Part 1)”
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A storybook sunset at Lighthouse Point Park as they prepare for their Fantasy of lights! In 2020 it’s the 26th year of Fantasy of Lights in New Haven presented by the Goodwill of Southern New England. Taking a stroll as they prepare for the event was an awesome time to use the images for aContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- New Haven- Lighthouse Point Park (Winter Event)”
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Pivot and Pause in New England