You would think – after 14 years – I would know what works and what doesn’t work. But the joy and frustration of traveling with kids is that it is unpredictable! I have always said that every new destination presents…
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How to Celebrate Patriots’ Day
Lexington, Mass – An official holiday in Massachusetts, Patriots’ Day commemorates the start of the Revolutionary War. On the third Monday in April, Bay Staters celebrate with historical reenactments, patriotic parades and pancake breakfasts. Events take place in Boston, Lexington,…
Gratitude
Late November, and it’s still beautiful in New England. Lately, I am grateful for every single opportunity I get to be outside, to breathe the air, and to move my body. Happy Thanksgiving!
Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna, Costa Rica – It was pouring rain when I drove into La Fortuna last night. This is the weather that I feared when I planned a trip to the rainforest during the rainiest month of the rainy season.…
Best Times to Visit Cape Cod
What are the best times to visit Cape Cod? Daydreams often include long sunny days at the beach, strolling on the sand, frolicking in the water and eating plenty of seafood. In reality, this idyllic picture only exists a fraction…
25th of June Fireworks
St Clair Shores, Mich – Here we are for our annual visit to my hometown of St Clair Shores, Michigan, on the glorious Lake St Clair. Lo and behold, we arrived just in time for the annual 25th of June…
Sarasota Festival of the Arts
Sarasota, Florida – It’s the third week in February, which means it’s time to visit the grandparents in Florida. It is unfortunate that Daddio’s vacation does not overlap with the twins’ vacation, so he does not usually get to come…
Bring on the next half-century!
Labrelotte Bay, St Lucia – I am not sure how this happened, but I am turning 50 in a few weeks. (Wasn’t I just 40?) I was so lucky to kick off my birthday month in spectacular St Lucia, courtesy…
Baseball Fever
Boston, Mass – Baseball is back! After something of a non-year in 2020 (Covid, of course), the Red Sox are back in action with in-person spectators. AND the same is true for Somerville Little League! No wonder we have baseball…