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Carol Cain

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June 28, 2010

The Value of Travel

In listening to most travelers, and maybe a few travel writers, one would think that the best adventures are those found and sought out in distant lands. One would also believe that the best stories, the best pictures, or the most bragging rights come from these ex[...]

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North America, Travel
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June 27, 2010

Lego Store, Rockefeller Center

Exciting news!  Lego is opening up shop at Rockefeller Center here in New York City. Grand opening ceremonies will take place from Thursday, June 29th through July 1. Lego organizers have been busy working and putting together all the final details for the grand e[...]

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North America, Travel
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June 19, 2010

Ongoing Summer Events at El Museo Del Barrio

Ah, Summer. It is upon us. So many, many things to see and do here in NYC. No matter how hot the day, if you're not at favorite NY beach, you will definitely find a way to keep busy. As you know, as far as museums go, one of my favorites is El Museo del Barrio. Lo[...]

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North America, Travel
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June 14, 2010

Back to Basic with Stony Creek Farmstead, Walton, NY

My love for travel, especially travel with my family in tow, comes from the fact that almost always I come away with a new dimension of me and of my kids. The more unique the trip, the more opportunities I have to discover something new about all of us. Thus, those[...]

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June 7, 2010

The Adirondacks in Luxury at Whiteface Lodge, Lake Placid, NY

The Adirondacks has become a favorite place for my family and I to visit. A few times we've bitten the bullet and driven the 5.5 hours there on a Friday afternoon, just to get as far away as we could from the hustle and bustle of the city. Even the little ones look[...]

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June 1, 2010

A Few Favorite Beaches Via the Long Island Rail Road

As the weather gets warmer, and the city streets get hotter, my family and I love to go on little beach getaways outside of Manhattan. Our beach destination of choice: Long Island. Even though we have a car, we often find that not driving is not only greener, but e[...]

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May 29, 2010

Summer Fun at Luna Park and Coney Island

As I sit and write this post, my skin aches a bit from the hours under the sun, my feet are tired, and my heart is filled with joy, for we chose to spend this day in Coney Island. We met up with our darling friend Raven and her beautiful daughter M., and headed[...]

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North America, Travel
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May 28, 2010

A Stroll Through Columbia University

On a cloudy Thursday morning I had the rare opportunity to be alone with my 3 year old for more than 2 hours.  My 4 yr old was out on a field trip till later that afternoon, and with the 12 year old in school and hubby at work, it was just him and I. What to do?[...]

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May 25, 2010

Daydreaming of Summer and Road Trips!

The first official day of Summer is Monday, June 21, but we have been planning Summer for months! Most of our planning involves our 2010 Road Trip Adventure!  Last year we packed up the kids in a Volkswagon Routan and made our way from NYC to Missoula, MT.read mor[...]

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May 22, 2010

A New York City Moment at Bryant Park Grill

Recently my darling friend Jennifer Vides came to NYC. As a lover of LA, who felt "eh" about New York, she was the perfect person for me to hang out with because I knew I could probably, maybe, possibly, turn that "eh" into a "wow". The plan was simple. Dinner and[...]

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Signs of autumn 🍂 in the Finger Lakes. Signs of autumn 🍂 in the Finger Lakes.
A wonderful weekend was had. We worked hard, but t A wonderful weekend was had. We worked hard, but then we rested even harder. We celebrated a successful cafe pop-up and a birthday in the city we love with people we love even more. Feels lucky, and we are grateful. 

#newyorkcity #newyorker
We are celebrating @travisjcain today on his birth We are celebrating @travisjcain today on his birthday but also for all he does for me and our sweet little family. Here we are in a lux NYC hotel, enjoying early morning room service to start his day. 

This weekend Travis navigated the chaos of New York City traffic with our cafe trailer in tow, for what was my insane dream to do a pop-up in the city. And he did so beautifully and safely. 

To say that my dreams and wild pursuits in life have kept this man *stressed* and on his toes for the 20+ years we have been together is an understatement. And while we may butt heads, in the end he doesn’t say no and supports me and uplifts me. 

An amazing father, and those who are lucky enough to call him friend know he’s a treasured one. A talented artist and creator. And we love him to pieces. 

Happy birthday, my beautiful Travis. May life give you all you deserve and all your dreams, even if peace while being married to a crazy dreamer like me isn’t one of them. 🤣🤭 I love you. 

#birthday
So the first day of September has been pretty stun So the first day of September has been pretty stunning. 10/10. 

#fingerlakes #newyork #september
Bucket list coffee shop: @mercurycoffeeco 🤎 Fr Bucket list coffee shop: @mercurycoffeeco 🤎

From a mobile coffee cart that started in March of 2024 to a brick and mortar that opened in the cool Rochester neighborhood of South Wedge in June 2025, this sweet little shop is serving up cool vibes and delicious coffee. 

Was it my third cup of coffee of the morning? Yes. Was it worth it? A million percent. 

Go give them some love. 🫶🏾☕️

#rochesterny #fingerlakes #coffeetiktok #coffeelover @visitrochester
Two things easily sooth my soul: coffee and books. Two things easily sooth my soul: coffee and books. And this afternoon was for books. Enter this cool bookstore find in Pittsford, NY: @bookculturepittsford. New for me, but this gem has been a part of the Pittsford community since December of 2021, with another location in NYC on 112th and Broadway. (Founded as Labyrinth Books in 1997).

It looks small on the outside, but it’s a massive space taking up two shops, and a garage in the back dedicated to kids’ books and gifts.

Honestly, they have such a diverse collection I am surprised I only walked away with three books. Could have easily done more damage. 

Pittsford itself is a pretty area outside of the city of Rochester and a short drive from the same, with tons to do including enjoying a bike ride on the trail along the Erie Canal (or take a cruise!), shopping in cute stores, and dining in quaint locally owned eateries. A very sweet experience. 

Add this shop to your book lover’s must see. 

#rochesterny #pittsfordny #fingerlakes #booklovers #bookshops @visitrochester

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