Monthly Archives: August 2013

Despite missing some of the fun in the morning – as I was getting ready to leave for a weekend trip to New York City – I still had plenty to enjoy this last day of the Summer Program at … Continue reading →

This last day trip best exemplifies that we can always discover new beautiful places in our area… A perfect day to be on the shore of the majestic Hudson River! The time spent on the Ulster Landing beach was wonderful … Continue reading →

Sandwiched between outdoor activities and moments of relaxation lead by Tana, the last weekly “Lunch with Tana” on Monday, August 19, 2013 was not only colorful and super-delicious, but emotional too… Thanking Tana Miller and her helpers for all their … Continue reading →

Cancelled on a rainy day, this trip was rescheduled for August 15, a day with perfect weather… I’m so happy I didn’t miss it as nothing is more amazing than seeing little ones stepping back into history and discovering how … Continue reading →

After spending 33 years in New York State without visiting the Lake Taghkanic State Park, it just happened that I went there twice in two weeks, first time with friends, then on August 14 on a Rochester Summer Program field … Continue reading →

This was the first time in six years when I didn’t participate at the Rochester Republican Caucus as a candidate for elected office; despite being much more relaxed, I still had emotions because Carl, a dear fellow team-mate six years … Continue reading →

I haven’t been on the Walkway over the Hudson since its inauguration in 2009, when people from all towns in Ulster County met on the bridge – going back and forth between Highland and Poughkeepsie – proudly displaying the insignia … Continue reading →

It was a pleasure to join the kids this last Tuesday for the trip to Bear Mountain… Wonderful scenery, plus excitement generated by the zoo and the huge pool (capacity over 1,660 people). I enjoyed observing kids’ genuine reactions: – … Continue reading →