Pivot and Pause in New England
A Photographic Journal of Opportunities
Having misplaced the candles, I improvised the light with the morning sunrise.
There appears to be opportunity for creativity, invention and growth in what can otherwise be characterized as a constraint, limitation or even failure.
My Hanukah gift to myself.
Happy Hanukah!
Nice fall walk by the Hudson River passing some historic references adds more interest on the Croton Aqueduct. This portion was in the Irvington-Tarrytown area.
Within a couple of short miles you see Lyndhurst castle – to include a former bowling alley, references to Washington Irving and of course the formerly named Tappan Zee Bridge.
After a walk, the Tarry Tavern in Tarrytown was quaint, a good meal and service – recommendations beet salad, scallops and Panna cotta (first time trying that).
I met a kind man on my hike today who has been going to this park since 1965 and was smoking a sweet smelling pipe (Captain Black Wild Cherry tobacco).
He shared where the beavers build their dam and how he comes by often to watch the changes. He was genuinely happy to share this piece of solitude and beauty.
Down the road was a short overlook trail of about 1/2 mile to a rewarding view of three of the mountain lakes surrounded by the peak colors of the season.
Recommend bringing a picnic as both areas have picnic tables perfectly placed for a full nature immersion.
Today was a perfect day for forest bathing.
The wind shook the trees sending the leaves of many colors through the air and over the waterfall to the babbling brook until finally resting on the mossy rocks.
It was a great show!
Saugatuck Fall in Redding CT
491 Redding Rd, Redding, CT 06896
Park across the street at John Reed High School.
Recommend The Barn or Redding Roadhouse for a meal.
Fall, biking, farm dinner, music, apple cider donuts, new friends, old friends, puddles, overlooks, sunshine . . .
So many gifts from the weekend!
Options to ride various number of miles from 15 to 125! The Berkshires are hilly so 70 was enough for me!
Look up Farm to Fork Adventures and give back to the local farms.
I was asked tonight if I ever tire taking pictures of the sunset.
I enjoy not only sharing the beauty of the capture but I have a forever memory of who I was with, what we shared, watching that bird circle the rocks (that I slipped and fell upon from the slime), seeing the 5 rabbits scurry the path, watching the elderly couple sit in the car admiring the view, welcoming the pink shadows against the NYC skyline, almost getting locked in as I overstayed my welcome in the park.
So no, I never tire of taking pictures of the sunset as there’s always a joyful unique story behind each one.
9/20/23
For the past four years, Caramoor has offered morning sessions of meditation or yoga accompanied by music.
I had the opportunity to attend one of the events within the beautiful sunken garden.
Starting with the sounding bowl, the audience was led through the mediation which seamlessly led into the live music of violin and cello.
Many brought a picnic lunch to enjoy on the grounds subsequently.
A wonderful evening at Aquilas Nest at dueling pianos.
Favorite wine is their Dry Rose
While it was cloudy and humid, I found the moment when the sun peeked through to capture the sunset opportunities overlooking the vineyard.
One my favorite vineyards in CT!
While I love the Catskills, I found Sullivan County hit or miss so I share my favorites.
Entertainment – Bethel Woods – cooking demonstrations and tasting – the home of 1969 Woodstock
Dinner and Wine – Seminary Hill Vineyard
Cattail Brook Falls- Livingston Manor – a bit hidden in plain sight.
Livingston Manor Covered Bridge -1869;
Roeblings wire suspension bridge – oldest in US and used to be an aqueduct with cars now where the water used to be PA on the other side.
Hawks Nest road overlooking Delaware River- originally a dirt road in 1859;
Enjoy a great weekend in the Catskills. Sights may need a bit of research for best trajectory and timing for your trip. That’s my main tip!
We continued dodging the rain but we decided that under the tree canopies we would be protected – together with our raincoats anyway. So off we went to Lasdon Park for our walk and not a moment to regret.
Well, this certainly appeared like destiny for me as I have loads of cut up wood and need ideas! We loved the fairy walk in the woods!
We continued with a stroll around the Chinese pavilion area. We saw geese, rabbits hopping all about and unique birds. The reflections in the center pond continued to allure us.
Our visit was a brief one and we felt it was time to go as the humidity increased and my pace slowed. This park is fun in all seasons and also offers special events.
Lasdon Park, Katonah – gates lock so don’t dawdle!
Pivot and Pause in New England