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September 21, 2016 by Amy

Summer Sets – Wordless Wednesday 

Summer Sets – Wordless Wednesday 

Watching the sunset over Delaware Bay at Sunset Point Beach in Cape May, NJ. That strange object on the left of the shot is a sunken ship. Farewell summer. It’s been fun.

August 12, 2016 by Amy

Finding Peace at Lake Waramaug {Photo Friday}

Finding Peace at Lake Waramaug {Photo Friday}

It’s easy to find a peaceful spot along Lake Waramaug  in New Preston, CT. It’s quiet, peaceful, and there is absolutely no cellular service to be found. The lack of cell service is jarring at first. As soon as you adjust to not being able to check in on anything, you can take a deep […]

July 16, 2016 by Amy

Exploring Sachuest Point Wildlife Refuge {Newport, RI}

Exploring Sachuest Point Wildlife Refuge {Newport, RI}

Over the years we’ve explored most of the trails in and around Newport, RI. Somehow, we missed Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, just past our favorite beach in Middletown. It’s windy out there, at the end of the island, but it’s a beautiful sanctuary for birds (and the people who visit). There are a several […]

June 17, 2016 by Amy

Island Lighthouse {Photo Friday}

Island Lighthouse {Photo Friday}

My girls and I took a desperately needed break from our daily life this week and spent a few days in Newport, Rhode Island. We managed to catch two sunsets over Newport Harbor. The photo above is a tiny lighthouse on Goat Island, a small island in the harbor, and home to the Hyatt Regency […]

May 9, 2016 by Amy

To Sakura Matsuri and Back Again

To Sakura Matsuri and Back Again

Last week, three teens, a tween and I piled into the car and headed for Brooklyn to attend Sakura Matsuri, the annual Cherry Blossom Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Driving from Connecticut to Brooklyn can take anywhere from 90 minutes to 17 hours, depending on traffic. Sometimes it’s worth the effort. The festival is […]

September 6, 2013 by Amy

If You Take the Kids to Jersey

If You Take the Kids to Jersey

If you take the kids to Jersey, they’re going to want to swim at sunset. When it gets dark, they’ll catch a chill. They’ll ask to warm themselves by a fire. On the beach. Being by the fire will remind them…to eat marshmallows. They won’t be interested in seeing the historic sights in town, even […]

August 25, 2013 by Amy

Gone Swimming

Gone Swimming

This week, all the kids in our town will be heading back to school. We’re not quite ready yet. Instead, we’re at the beach. Swimming. Mermaiding. Enjoying time with the family. We may never come home.   Deep summer is when laziness meets respectability. -Sam Keen  

August 2, 2013 by Amy

Moments at Acadia National Park

Moments at Acadia National Park

Traveling with family is best viewed by looking at individual moments, not as  good days and bad days.   We took our little women on their longest road trip to date, an 8+ hour drive, to Acadia National Park on the coast of Maine. The trip was intense in one moment, then hilarious, then heart-stopping […]

March 29, 2013 by Amy

Life Learning at the NY Botanical Garden

Life Learning at the NY Botanical Garden

She was whining as we pulled into the parking lot. “I don’t want to do something educational!” She didn’t believe me when I told her a trip to the New York Botanical Garden would be fun. Her sisters were only slightly more enthusiastic. I promised them that they wouldn’t have to learn a thing. I […]

February 20, 2013 by Amy

A Walk Through the Garden – Wordless Wednesday

A Walk Through the Garden – Wordless Wednesday

I think this is the closest I’ve ever been to standing inside of a Monet painting.  This was taken at the New York Botanical Garden. If you look closely, you will see the Princess wandering around in there. She blends well, dressed in pink. This post is a part of the Wordless Wednesday Link-up with […]

January 18, 2013 by Amy

I Want to Live on a Family Compound by the Beach

I Want to Live on a Family Compound by the Beach

I’m participating in Finish the Sentence Friday. To play,  one blogger starts a sentence and everyone gets to spin a story from it. This weeks prompt: The last time I went on vacation, I… …discovered I want to live on a family compound by the beach in Jersey. Sounds insane, right? My mom planned a […]

December 29, 2012 by Amy

Walking Manhattan in Christmas Chaos

Walking Manhattan in Christmas Chaos

Two teens, two senior citizens and I went walking in Manhattan. Who was ready to pass out first? Who was in the most pain the next day? The answer may surprise you. The Adventurer and I took the train into the city last Saturday with Grandma and Grandpa and my nephew -who I’ll refer to […]

November 26, 2012 by Amy

Touching Natural History

Touching Natural History

“We’re going to see the dinosaurs! ” I tried to convince the Princess that our trip to the American Museum of Natural History was worth waking up early.   “We’ll also get to go to the planetarium and see huge crystals in the gem room and…” I was more excited than my three girls together. “It’s […]

October 29, 2012 by Amy

Not Disrobing on the Jersey Shore

Not Disrobing on the Jersey Shore

As I write this, Hurricane Sandy is approaching the New Jersey shoreline. Here at my home in Connecticut, we are waiting and hoping that we don’t get hit as hard as predicted. I can’t help but remember  the little town that provided an amazing summer escape  for my family and hope that it is still […]

October 14, 2012 by Amy

Spread Your Wings at Sharon Audubon

Spread Your Wings at Sharon Audubon

My girls love birds, owls and all things that take to the sky, including bats. I carefully planned a day trip to the northwest corner of Connecticut to visit the Sharon Audubon Center, so they could have a closer look at a variety of birds of prey. I thought it was a great idea, but […]

April 12, 2011 by Amy

Happy Landings

Happy Landings

I stood at the edge of the parking area. My dog sniffed the cool autumn air while I looked out over the wide field. Once a dairy farm, Happy Landings looked bright but deserted. Although I’ve lived in Brookfield, Connecticut for nine years, I never bothered to explore the nature preserve on the side of […]

April 6, 2011 by Amy

Strawberry Fields Forever

Strawberry Fields Forever

Her nose is an inch from mine when I open my eyes. Her breath on my face stirred me from a light sleep. I don’t jump this time. “Morning, my girl,” I say. Her little face lights up with a smile. “Can I have a waffle now?” she asks. “Sure sweetie.”  I pull myself out […]

March 29, 2011 by Amy

Family Beach Guide to Newport, RI

Family Beach Guide to Newport, RI

All beaches are not created equal. If you’re looking for a safe, family friendly beach with nearby food and activities,  Newport has plenty of choices. Match your family’s preferences to a specific beach or explore each one for a diverse vacation. Easton Beach, also known as First Beach, is often the only beach tourists find when […]

March 16, 2011 by Amy

Seeing Green at NYC’s Bronx Zoo

Seeing Green at NYC’s Bronx Zoo

I assumed that the zoo would be less than clean and not very green. I also assumed being the mom of three girls meant life would be all roses, tea parties and ballet. Well not really. I imagined that my girls would not have a fascination with all things toilet related. I was wrong on both counts. We […]

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Little High, Little Low {The Trials of a Sugar Addict}

Little High, Little Low {The Trials of a Sugar Addict}

The following post is a flashback, written shortly after I was diagnosed with Lyme and put on a restricted diet. Years later,  I’m still on it. I’m still dealing with Lyme. A true addict, I’m still craving the sweet stuff. A few things are essential to my happy survival. They are faith, hope, love and until […]

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16 Hours in Lake Placid

16 Hours in Lake Placid

This is the story of  a wedding, a road trip and finding direction. We set out at the crack of dawn to drive north on a damp icky September morning. It was actually 9:30, but it felt earlier because it was Saturday. We were on our way to a wedding, in Lake Placid. ON Lake […]

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7 Colleges for Homeschooled, Unschooled and Self-Directed Learners

7 Colleges for Homeschooled, Unschooled and Self-Directed Learners

  I began researching colleges last year, when my daughter began her Freshman year of homeschooling high school. Does that sound a bit early? I feel that the more I know about college requirements for homeschooled students, the more effectively I can prepare my daughter for the admissions process. I think as a homeschool parent, it’s essential to know all the options available. […]

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Homeschool Art Project: Roman Fresco Paintings

Homeschool Art Project: Roman Fresco Paintings

I struggle a little with art projects. It isn’t that I don’t love seeing what my children create, it’s that I have trouble getting started.I have trouble letting them get started. I fear the mess. And it takes me time to work up the courage to let them open the paint, especially since I haven’t […]

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