Finishing Up Fall in New Hampshire Part 1

It’s hard for me to believe that just 6 short weeks ago, I was appreciating all of the fall colors and now that same place had more than a foot of snow yesterday; just in time for Thanksgiving. What a difference it makes when you live in a 4 season city! I can only relate from a distance.

My bougainnvillea is still blooming!

I had a nice time walking with my friend Peter in a couple of places that he is very familiar with; this is his home turf. I need to remember, that venturing out with Peter always involves a little hike. Much like last year, I was deliberately wearing shoes that were more “water proof” then a pair of Converse All-Stars. So here I was, in the same shoes when I was skipping over boulders and had to take my shoes off, so I wouldn’t break my neck! This was then:

Same shoes, I’m not kidding, these are NOT hiking or even walking shoes if you are on a path somewhere. Wonder if I will keep this mind next year?

First stop:

It’s so raw and quiet. Everywhere you look, there is a photo opp. I keep hearing Kodak moment in my ear. Here are some of my favorites in this location.

Next stop:

This isn’t a clear picture of Cow Cave, but I wanted you to see what it looked like, that’s Peter!

While I keep my eyes focused on the entire landscape, I am constantly looking down. It was slippery and there was that whole shoe issue! Good thing, otherwise I may have missed this frog!!

On to Sandwich and the Pothole Swimming Area.

Honestly, each careful step was more dazzling than the next.

It’s no wonder I return each year for these sights!

But now, after driving for a while and walking for a while, what is the natural thing to do? Let’s eat!!

Yes, that’s lobster Mac n cheese at Canoe Restaurant & Tavern in Center Harbor.

One more stop. We visited our friends Jill and Bill Weed at their store, The Edge. What a fun place to shop. Their property is so lovely and they have chickens and roosters!!