After morning coffee and bagels in Brattleboro, we head on down into Massachusetts. After a brief stop at a fruit stand (5 cent fresh cider!) we arrive at D & C's in Marlborough. Dennis is at census training, so we spend the afternoon catching up with Carolyn while trying to make peace with an anxious German Shepard. Acorns falling noisily on the houses and cars, leaving little dents in the roof of our Honda.
Making ourselves at home, we set up camp in the family room. We are treated to dinner at an incredible find....a restaurant/bar with a happy hour menu that is great.
Day 16. The next morning.....
Dennis is off to learn how to say, "Is this a soup kitchen?" in 14 different languages. Carolyn graciously agrees to guide us into Boston via Walden Pond.
Then on to Boston. A neat little entrance via the subway and we are on the Freedom Trail. With characters in Ben Franklin outfits leading trails of tourists, it is often hard to remember that this is a real city and not a section of Disneyland. (Paul Revere's House)
DAY 17. We head north out of Marlborough towards Maine. It promises to be cooler today. A quick stop in Kittery Maine is imperative. When Pigs Fly bread company requires critical inspection and taste-testing. As does Yummies, the candy store which doubles as a walk down memory lane.
Rockland is our destination. We wanted to head up to Bar Harbor, but I wanted to be someplace for a couple of days instead of going someplace. Next trip.
It is too late in the year now for the seaside lobster stands, but we still get a fabulous restaurant version just up the road.
Day 18. Brusque morning. Frost on the cars but clear blue sky against the reds and oranges and greens. Every where I look reminds me of a picture puzzle of fall in New England. Found Camden just a few miles north. Walked about a bit, breakfasted, then headed inland about 15 miles to Sweetgrass Winery and Distillery for a little tasting. Can't say I was very fond of the blueberry or cranberry inspired wines, but the apple brandy was just fine. And Brian has acquired a bottle of gin that he says is worth every penny.
We spend our second consecutive night at the Claddagh Inn, a B & B type hotel done in over-the-top Irish decor. Fun owners, also Irish and very friendly.
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