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May 5 2013

Best Mother's Day Brunches in New London County

Things to do with kids: Best Mother's Day Brunches in New London County

Mother's Day now out ranks other occasions in my life to be celebrated, since motherhood is certainly my most important accomplishment to date.  Each year, I anticipate the handmade cards, coffee in bed, and few, extra moments of sleep.  But almost as much as I excitedly wait for those things, I count down the days to one of the best meals of the year: Mother's Day brunch.  We reserve a brunch outing for this one Sunday in May, and include our entire extended family, which makes it even more memorable.  Interested in toasting Mom with a mimosa or omelet made to order?  The selection of Mother's Day brunch spots in New London county is fantastic.

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May 5 2013

10 Things to Do with Your Kids This Spring in Litchfield County, Connecticut

Things to do with kids: 10 Things to Do with Your Kids This Spring in Litchfield County, Connecticut

[UPDATED 3/30/13]

It's almost Spring as we can see by the forsythia buds and daffodil's starting to peep. Litchfield County is known for its natural rural beauty and these coming weeks will bring on a beautiful show. This time of year I love to prune a few forsythia branches and bring them inside to enjoy the blooms up close. With the warmer weather it's a great time to get out and do some nature inspired activities with the kids. Here's a list of 10 things to do in Litchfield County this Spring.
 

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Apr 21 2013

10 Best Things To Do This Spring in Eastern Connecticut

Things to do with kids: 10 Best Things To Do This Spring in Eastern Connecticut

For some, when the crocuses sprout from the ground, that's a sure indicator that spring is on its way. For us here in Eastern Connecticut, we don't necessarily pay attention to the calendar to decide if the season has changed.  We have our own barometers and signs that the warmer weather is just around the corner!  Check out some of these spring time seasonal rites of passage.

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Apr 16 2013

10 Great Things to do in Fairfield County this Spring

Things to do with kids: 10 Great Things to do in Fairfield County this Spring

Clearly the dramatic weather changes are confusing all of us a bit. Yesterday my youngest sauntered off to the bus wearing Daisy Duke shorts with hand me down Ugg boots and miss-matched mittens.  Is it winter? Spring?  SUMMER??? 

Well, despite the 75 plus degrees here in CT earlier this week, it is officially springtime, which may well be my favorite season.  Below you'll find a list of some of this family’s favorite things to do in Fairfield County this spring – and whether you’re wearing Uggs or flip flops, I bet you’ll enjoy a few of these outings too!:

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May 15 2012

Pick Your Own Strawberry and Berry Farms in Connecticut

Things to do with kids: Pick Your Own Strawberry and Berry Farms in Connecticut

In just a few weeks it will be berry picking season in CT.  Nothing better than strolling through a heavenly scented field of ripe strawberries while perusing the juiciest, reddest fruit for picking and then enjoying soon thereafter. Visiting and supporting the local farms is an added bonus. It's safe to say that there is a berry farm in most corners of Connecticut so there's ample opportunity for lots of fruit picking excursions this spring and summer. Happy picking!

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