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Author Archives: Ray Boas
SERENDIPITOUS SNOWY SOJOURN – 4 FEBRUARY 2021
When a back roader (me) finds a road back of his favorite back road (US Route 7A) you cannot imagine the resulting euphoria. And there is a backstory to this serendipitous snowy sojourn. It all started buying some books a … Continue reading
Posted in Day (or maybe two) Trips, ROADS and ROUTES
Tagged Arlington, Hildene, Manchester, Vermont
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CHANGE OF SCENERY – 13-16 JANUARY 2021
For safety, of course, options for travel, diners out, movies, and the like are limited, and best should simply be avoided. But a CHANGE OF SCENERY can help, and I have found a great way (for me) to enjoy a … Continue reading
Posted in Landmark Trust USA
Tagged Dummerston, Kipling Carriage House, Landmark Trust USA, Scott Farm, The Cider House Rules, Vermont
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IT STARTED WITH A COW IN 1796
9 January 2021, and no travels to write about. I do have a few quiet “get-aways” planned, but simply spots to read, research and write. And, even though I love home, it is nice to have a change of scenery … Continue reading
CHRISTMASES PAST — LOOKING BACK on 24 DECEMBER 2020
“To Write About Something is to Live it Twice” And, I am glad that I have, and can. I have told you that I “write for myself to remember,” but also to share. This holiday season, (like everyone else) I … Continue reading
Posted in Thanksgiving and Christmas
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HOME and into HIBERNATION — 5 DECEMBER 2020 – 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL
The Story of LADYRAB III INTRODUCING – LADY RAB III – 20 November 2020 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL — LADY RAB III — A Week Later, 27 November 2020 HOME and into HIBERNATION — 5 DECEMBER 2020 – 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL There is just … Continue reading
1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL — LADY RAB III — A Week Later, 27 November 2020
The Story of LADYRAB III INTRODUCING – LADY RAB III – 20 November 2020 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL — LADY RAB III — A Week Later, 27 November 2020 HOME and into HIBERNATION — 5 DECEMBER 2020 – 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL June 1, 2022 … Continue reading
An “OLD-FASHIONED THANKSGIVING” – 26 November 2020
I got back from the Post Office shortly after 3PM on Wednesday, changed into pajamas, and have no desire, or need to go out until mid-Friday. Most years recently I have visited the boys, or dined out with a friend. … Continue reading
INTRODUCING – LADY RAB III – 20 November 2020
The Story of LADYRAB III INTRODUCING – LADY RAB III – 20 November 2020 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL — LADY RAB III — A Week Later, 27 November 2020 HOME and into HIBERNATION — 5 DECEMBER 2020 – 1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL One of the … Continue reading
Posted in LADY RAB III, Miscellaneous Musings
Tagged 1965 Airstream Caravel, vintage camping trailer
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A BREAK – ONE HOUR and TWO CENTURIES AWAY – 10-12 NOVEMBER 2020
I needed a break, we all need a break. But, I am afraid that taking a traditional break, and get-away could be a year away. Just a change of scenery is rejuvenating, and helpful, even if like me, you … Continue reading
Posted in Landmark Trust USA
Tagged Amos Brown House, Eljay Trailer, Landmark Trust USA, Vermont, Whitingham
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN — 2020
You know me by now. After The Red Lion Inn, where do I enjoy visiting the most? Yes, Old Sturbridge Village, I was there again last evening. In October 2017, I became a member during my first visit in about … Continue reading
Posted in Old Sturbridge Village - OSV
Tagged "Canned Ham", Halloween, Old Sturbridge Village
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