My friend Linda and I toured the Lyman Estate, a Historic New England property, the other day. I was especially excited to see this property because it features one of the oldest surviving greenhouses in the country. We timed the visit so we could see camellias in bloom. ... Continue Reading →
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum was renovated four years ago. I've visited a handful of times since then, each time peeking into the performance hall and thinking, "I need to see a concert here." So this was the year. My friend and I got tickets to see Will Dailey, a local singer-songwriter. Having never heard... Continue Reading →
When I found out that my boyfriend had never been to Portland, Maine, I booked a trip straight away. Portland is one of my favorite cities: good beer, good food, good shopping. Needless to say, we had a great time. And lucky for me, I was also able to check off a birthday list item.... Continue Reading →
At the end of May, Mom and I went to the Adirondacks to celebrate our milestone birthdays. Even though I grew up in New York, I had never been to the Adirondacks. We spent three nights in the area, so I chose three items for the birthday list. #36: Took a cruise on Lake George.... Continue Reading →
So, #33 and #34 on the birthday list. Some friends and I went to the Chocolate Bar at the Langham Hotel a couple of weeks ago. I've kept my eye on it for years, feeling unsure about spending $30, $35 on eating a bunch of chocolate. The price is... Continue Reading →
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