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IT IS MARCH — IT IS RLI — IT IS 25 YEARS
10-12 MARCH 2021 Yes, I have been staying at the Red Lion Inn now for twenty-five years straight. I did walk through the first floor some time in the 1980s, and drove by many times in the early 1960s in … Continue reading
MY “SECOND HOME” – THE RED LION INN – 9-11 September 2020 – and bonuses 2019 and 2018
I write for myself to remember, but love to share as you know. And during the pandemic I have been able to travel with myself on past adventures reviewing my past posts. In planning new routes to explore I will … Continue reading
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Tagged "Birthplace of Vermont", "Henry Covered Bridge", "John Stark's Camping Ground", "Paper Mill Covered Bridge", Canaan, Collin's Diner, Country Store, Covered Bridge, CT, Cummington, General John Stark, Lime Rock, Massachusetts, Red Lion Inn' Stockbridge Mass, Sheffield MA UFO, Stockbridge, West Cornwall Connecticut
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BACK TO THE 1830s – and WITHOUT A TIME MACHINE – 19 AUGUST 2020
Ray’s travels 2020 – ZERO. And, you know why. To be safe we have all restricted our travels and exposure to others who may have COVID. Further keeping me home is that eating now while out and/or traveling is complicated, … Continue reading
7 April 2020 — REDUX of 7 April 2019 — ALL GOOD THINGS
For my recent travels the past six months I have been touring “Shunpiking with Ray” where I have enjoyed re-exploring, albeit verbally and with two dimensions instead of three. If you have followed me for any length of time you … Continue reading
6 HOUR ROUND TRIP – 57 YEARS IN THE MAKING
Actually, this post could have several appropriate titles – so here as sub-titles: PINCH ME – END OF A DREAM WELCOME HOME BELZEBUTH II // LADY RAB II THERE’S A “NEW” CAR IN TOWN Remember, I write for myself, and … Continue reading
TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS – SANTA’S LAND – AND MORE – 25 NOVEMBER 2018
This weekend I did a few holiday things I want to share with you, and I have listed some holiday events I encourage you to explore. Many I have done, and will link you to my past adventures to further … Continue reading
Posted in Miscellaneous Musings, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Tagged 2018, CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE, COOLIDGE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE PLYMOUTH NOTCH, Hartness House Inn, MAIN STREET AT CHRISTMAS STOCKBRIDGE, Massachusetts, OKEMO VALLEY INNDULGENCE TOUR, Putney, Santa's Land, Springfield, TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS, Vermont, VT
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BOARDING WITH THE BIXBYS – 15-16 SEPTEMBER (1838) 2018 – OSV.org
There are some adventures that are so rare, uncommon and unique that you just have to do them. And when it also covers an interest you have for adventure or learning, so much the better. And, that is what I … Continue reading
FILLING IN THE MAP for FIVE HOURS – 17 JUNE 2018
Number One son called a few moments ago asking what I had done today. “I traveled a road I had not been on before,” I replied. He said, “I can’t believe you have any left.” Yes, I do, and some … Continue reading
NEW DISCOVERIES – LESS THAN AN HOUR AWAY – 28 JANUARY 2018
Don’t ever think I am “retired.” And, I will tell you I do not like the “R WORD.” But, “working” hard, I needed another break, and even a few hours away can make all the difference and rejuvenate. This past … Continue reading
YEAR END HOLIDAY HURRAHS – 28 and 30 DECEMBER 2017
PRELIMINARY NOTE – Most important event of the year at the end of this post. I had been pining to see The Red Lion Inn decked out in its Christmas fashions, but following a busy and packed month, as time … Continue reading
