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AMERICA’S LARGEST — 27 JANUARY 2024
I know, I know – it has been too long since you last heard from me. My last note to you was The Night Before Christmas at “44.” I am alive and well, but just do not know where my … Continue reading
THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT “44” — 2023
MERRY CHRISTMAS — I am sitting before a crackling fire in my front room (no fireplaces at “44” – removed during an 1850s “modernization”) – I shared with you last evening, and exactly a year ago I shared with you. … Continue reading
THE NIGHT BEFORE…THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS 2023
And, “all through my house” I feel totally relaxed and calm, but realize I have been woefully remiss in writing my posts and sharing my adventures and thoughts with you. I have much still to share from 2023 with you, … Continue reading
148 FLICKERING FLAMES — A SIX YEAR REDUX — 3 DECEMBER 2023
First There WasFLICKERING FLAMES OF A HOPELESS ROMANTIC – 3 DECEMBER 2017 Then Came134 FLICKERING FLAMES – A TWO YEAR REDUX – 3 DECEMBER 2019 and; now, A Six Year Update with “New Additions” and “facts to share” For me, it is … Continue reading
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A THIRD “REST WITH AMOS” – 14-17 NOVEMBER 2023
And this completed my tenth stay at a Landmark Trust USA property, starting 10-12 November 2020, also at the Amos Brown House in Whitingham, Vermont. Gary joined me then, and he and Ilana joined me just now. I also enjoyed … Continue reading
Posted in Landmark Trust USA
Tagged Amos Brown House, Landmark Trust USA, Vermont, Whitingham
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TWO OCTOBER OUTINGS – 26 and 28 OCTOBER 2023
I am behind in traveling and in posting my adventures – time gets away from me, but I am out and exploring (or in and planning adventures). I have so much to write about to remember and share. Still have … Continue reading
ROADS “VERY” SELDOM TRAVELLED – 3 OCTOBER 2023
Alright – setting the scene – I have been enjoying planning outings, but recently not always executing those plans. I will have an outing in mind, then change my mind wanting to just stay home. Tuesday 3 October, I had … Continue reading
Posted in Day (or maybe two) Trips
Tagged Cavendish Vermont, Green Mountain Railroad, Proctorsville
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PUMPKIN PURSUIT – PLASTIC PREFERRED – OCTOBER 2023
If you have spent some time with me here, you must know I stay “young” with my active curiosity leading to learning, leading to travel, and often a new collection. I love my varied interests, and one usually leads to … Continue reading
BUFFIES and FOAMERS – 9:58 AM to 7:53 PM – 23 SEPTEMBER 2023
BUFFIES and FOAMERS – words that should grab your attention, did mine as I heard co-travellers use the terms, and now I have two new phrases, and in time will explain. Believe this adventure began with something I saw on … Continue reading
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Tagged BUFFIES and FOAMERS, Green Mountain Railroad, Whitehall Flyer
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THE BIG E – EASTERN STATES EXPOSITION – 22 SEPTEMBER 2023
Yes, this has been a “fair season” for me, and believe it or not I had never been to THE BIG E in West Springfield, Massachusetts – a larger and premier fair in New England. This year held Sept 15 … Continue reading
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Tagged Eastern States Exposition, Massachusetts, THE BIG E, West Springfield
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Shunpiking with Ray 