Pivot and Pause in New England
A Photographic Journal of Opportunities
A visit to Gillette Castle, where William Gillette had 17 cats, would be appropriately coupled with the Two Wrasslin’ Cats cafe. A casual eatery and coffee house off the side of the main road in East Haddam offers a “clowder” of sandwich offerings, each feline themed, in a circa 1784 house. Mark the owner retiredContinue reading “CT: Middlesex County- East Haddam- Two Wrasslin’ Cats (Food & Coffee)”
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A weeping gorge with the steepest slope along the Quinnipiac river. This 1.3 paved flat trail at one point drops from 200 feet to 100 feet. Circus 1890s there was a railroad and now there is this beautiful trail that is right beside the river. The river once powered a civil war button factory. AlthoughContinue reading “CT: New Haven County-Meriden-Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail”
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Perfect pairing for the holidays! Loved the ambience of the Yankee Cider Mill. Coupling it with a tour around East Haddam makes for a delightful day. They offer flights of hard cider and sweet wines as well as freshly made cider donuts or s’mores over the open fire outside. Yankee Cider Company, 23 Petticoat Lane,Continue reading “CT: Middlesex County-East Haddam- Yankee Cider Company”
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What’s better than a Charlie Brown Christmas? An even better Christmas tree! This family farm was absolutely adorable. A beautiful setting into the woods to cut down your own tree and they were lovely. There is also a log cabin with a smoking chimney where you can mail your letters to Santa (#ROLA), get decoratedContinue reading “CT: Middlesex County- East Hampton- Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Farm”
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Follow the trail to the Red Rose! A 1/4 mile down from Sunshine cycles off the Airline Trail spur in Colchester is a perfect stop for a bite as recommended by the bike shop owner himself. After experiencing a flat as I rode today, I was fortunate enough to learn of the bike shop whichContinue reading “CT: New London County- Colchester- Red Rose Desserts & More”
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Highest single waterfall drop in Connecticut with a roar! Great place to go after a rain to hear the roaring cascading Brook. Roaring Brook Falls is the second tallest waterfall in Connecticut at 80ft and tallest single drop (10 feet higher than Kent Falls). It is about a mile to the first view of theContinue reading “CT: New Haven County- Cheshire- Roaring Brook Park”
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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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Pivot and Pause in New England