Jeanette and I got up this AM and decided to pay a visit to some of the little towns of northwest Connecticut as well as western Mass. This is a beautiful part of New England. Most of these towns were part of the United States before it was the United States. There was a farmers market and craft fair in Norfolk. Great offerings could be had with fresh veggies in season as well as baked goods, especially cookies. There was a band and some wonderful music.
A colorful local craftsman. His work with wood is something to see. He's also a fellow full of stories and not hesitant to tell you of them.
This is a heart breaker. A Jag XKE. At one time in my life this car was all that was important.
Covered bridge in Sheffield, MA. These are so much a part of New England.
Looking west to the Taconic Range in New York state. The area is home to small farms, streams and lots of wildlife.
We did truly enjoy this day. I also came home with bread, cookies, bacon, and chicken sausage.
the hay field is beautiful. so is that wood work!
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Several contrasts there.
Sounds like you made your "catches" today, too. Thanks for showing us the beauty of your region. I also loved the hay field.
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Yes those wonderful little ones.
Beautiful corner of the state. Some of the stonewalls up there are as old as some of the towns.
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Those colonists were crafty souls.
Those kind of days are always a good time. Thanks for the tour.
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We take the time to just mellow out and enjoy.
You had enough for dinner and dessert!! Nice job!!
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That's for sure Pete. Several dinners for that matter.
oooh red jag, that is sweet! really miss western MA, really gorgeous area. Thanks for sharing Alan
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Lots of good stuff in that area...Arlo Guthrie too.
Ah the Taconics.......I was used to seeing them from the other side while growing up in the Hudson Valley. Thanks for the post.
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That's right, they're like your home turf.
Alan
ReplyDeleteThis is my kind of road trip, food, crafts, which I really like, especially the woodworking, and covered bridges--my wife and I could spend days roaming craft shows. thanks for sharing
Bill Trussell,
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Three were hand carved decoys, and some beautiful tiny carved grouse feathers and carved and painted trout.
Sounds like a great time. Love the covered bridge. We only have a handful on the west coast.
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They are a nice part of our history.
A few of them still carry motor vehicles.
Beautiful photos... I wonder what's swimming underneath the bridge?
DeleteOne of the few places I actually dream about going to. The beauty and history.
DeleteMike Rapidan,
ReplyDeleteThanks.In that section of the Housatonic it's probably smallies, plus pan fish.
Howard,
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I'm sure it provides you with a sweet dream. I'm sure you would love it.