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Carol Cain

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October 16, 2011

Back in Time to Colonial Williamsburg, VA

Last weekend the family and I packed up the car and headed 7 hours South to Virginia to visit the Williamsburg area. Now, we've been to Williamsburg, VA in the past when we visited Bush Gardens in our last Summer road trip. But this time we were going for a new exp[...]

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October 10, 2011

Road trips and the good stuff they are made of

We went on another road trip this weekend. To Colonial Williamsburg, VA. In this post, I just wanted to talk about the road trip itself. Not necessarily about this particular road trip, just about the whole road trip idea and why you should do it. I remember not r[...]

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October 5, 2011

All You Need to Know for Winter Fun at Keystone Resort, CO

One of my favorite resorts in the Colorado Rockies is prepping for the Winter fun and I've got the scoop on what's going on for the season, including the great rates, attractions and activities in store for you and your family. It's a lot of information and tons of[...]

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September 20, 2011

Riviera Maya – First Step to Discovering Mexico

I arrived to Cancún, Mexico late on a Wednesday night. I met Juan Carlos, the driver from Riviera Maya assigned to pick me up and greeted him in Spanish, which surprised him - something that would happen a lot during my visit any time I spoke to anyone in Spanish[...]

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September 1, 2011

Folklore, History, and Nature’s Beauty at Indian Echo Caverns

We had so much fun in Hershey, PA area that when it was time to leave my 4 year old protested and requested  "one adventure more". Luckily for us an unexpected turn lead us right to Indian Echo Caverns, a limestone cave which took over a million years to create b[...]

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August 30, 2011

Sweet Fun at Hershey Park, PA

After our fun adventures at Chocolate World, the family and I couldn't wait to visit Hershey Park. I had heard so much about the park from so many different people who have gone, and never once have I heard anyone say anything negative about it, we just needed to g[...]

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August 25, 2011

Discovery of a Chocolate World in Hershey, PA

The East Coast has been hit with a lot of rain these past few weekends, and this coming weekend will be no exception. However, we have been really fortunate in getting out to enjoy some time during our Road Trip Weekends, at least a day or two with sunshine allowin[...]

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July 21, 2011

Colorado Summers at Beaver Creek Mountain

I started writing this while sitting at the Denver International Airport on my way back to NYC. Did you know they have free Wifi? I know. Awesome. I spent the past few days in Beaver Creek Mountain Resort, my first time in Colorado during the warmer months. They ha[...]

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July 1, 2011

Return to Governors Island

It has been two years. Two years since we have been to Governors Island. I don't know why. Maybe because the last time we went it was so pathetically crowded (it was the opening day for the season after all), that I lost interest in going back, despite the great ti[...]

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June 29, 2011

Children on Planes: History of Segregation and Discrimination

This morning I was woken up, by two of my three children who choose to come into my bed. Annoying? Yes. It's 5:00 in the morning. And even as I write this, they are happily snoring where I should be. read more[...]

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What an amazing view to close what was a really go What an amazing view to close what was a really good day. 

Reminder that tomorrow has the potential to be a bit better, and more beautiful. 

#luna #novembermoon
Hubby and I recently had a lovely brunch experienc Hubby and I recently had a lovely brunch experience near our beautiful home in Finger Lakes Wine Country.

We headed to @burntrosewinebar, on Main St. in Penn Yan NY.

I absolutely love the aesthetics and vibes of this restaurant, owned by Rose Curry, a sommelier, and her husband, Chet Thompson, a classically-trained chef.

Their field-to-table, seasonal menu is elevated, eclectic, sophisticated, but also approachable and delicious. It celebrates the cultural flavors of Rose’s Mexican roots and features Chet’s culinary talent beautifully. 

If on the menu, you absolutely must try their Mole dusted burrata topped with toasted pepitas & pumpkin seed oil, and Chef’s Jammy Egg, which is a cured egg served sun-dried tomato and their house-made basil pesto. 

They have a wine list featuring the best of the Finger Lakes, though my absolute obsession is their spiced apple and caramel Mimosa! 

The entire experience is addicting…and if you can’t get enough, they also co-own the @the18thamendment.py  right next door on Main St., another example of the growing food scene in the Finger Lakes!

Reservations are highly recommended.

#fingerlakes #pennysnny #flxfoodie #flxeats #upstateny
Hubby took this photo of me, and I kinda love it, Hubby took this photo of me, and I kinda love it, though photos or videos of me are not really my favorite. 

I like that it shows me genuinely happy in this moment. I like that it shows how far I’ve come in life….in years. 

And thinking of what I have already accomplished, in the years I have lived so far, makes whatever were wasted moments feel smaller over time. And that feels lucky. 

I spend so much time capturing the joy of others and feel loved to have someone capture a moment in joy of me. Thanks, @travisjcain, for seeing me with so much love.
Let’s be real: Halloween Season comes and goes t Let’s be real: Halloween Season comes and goes too fast, so if you missed it, I wanted to share this fun Halloween experience to add to your bucket list for next year: the @Naumkeag Pumpkin Show, in the Berkshires’ Stockbridge, MA. 

🎃 Book your tix and time slot online (later times are the most popular). 
🎃 Park at a designated spot in Downtown Stockbridge and take a short bus ride to Naumkeag, a 44-room Gilded Age “cottage” with 8 acres of awe-inspiring natural beauty, including public gardens.
🎃 Tour the gardens, and through some indoor space to view over 1500 mums, carved displays, and more!
🎃 This is a family-friendly experience, and accessibility is limited, including for strollers and wheelchairs. 
🎃 On non-events occasions and depending on weather, the property is available for pre-booked tours. 
🎃 Missed Halloween? Book a tour of their Winter Lights holiday displays which kicks off end of November!

#berkshiresma #naumkeagpumpkinshow #stockbridgema @visittheberkshires #halloween
The transition of light in my “front yard.” Pe The transition of light in my “front yard.” Perks of country living.

Keuka Lake beauty. Finger Lakes dream. 

#fingerlakes #fingerlakesregion #fallday #countrylifecitygirl
Check out our most recent staycation spot here in Check out our most recent staycation spot here in the Finger Lakes!

Nestled in a maple grove on the @flxciderhouse farm, is their latest lodging option, the Maple Grove Yurt. This cozy, handcrafted yurt, complete with a hobbit door is nestled in the woods offering a serene and peaceful stay, only steps from the cider house and restaurant, and a short drive from Ithaca, waterfalls, lakes, and more!

This is one of three stay options to choose from. Follow @ciderhousestays for more info. 

#fingerlakes #fingerlakesregion #flxvacation #farmstays #farmgetaway

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