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Topsfield Fair

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  There is always so much to see and EAT at the Topsfield Fair. I used to go every year but for some reason I have not been for the past 3 years. So glad I went this year. There are some beautiful flower and garden displays set up in one barn and then the next barn has an incubator so you can watch the chickens hatching. I could stand and watch that for hours. There are many other animals as well. Sheep, goats, donkeys, horses, pigs, and cows. You can watch a cow milking demonstration in the cow barn.  I enjoyed watching the pig races. and the tiny pig swimming to get an oreo cookie at the end. There was plenty of free music on several different stages throughout the fair grounds. It was nice to stop and listen to some of that.  And the food... so much to pick from. I had a bloomin onion, sausage with onion and peppers, dole whip (not as good as Disney) and some fudge. I was with my cousin who had a steak and cheese sub and said it was delicious. There was deep fried everything, I almo
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Mohegan Sun

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I have visited several casinos in the Northeast. Those include little casinos like Plainridge in Plainville, Ma and those on a larger scale like Turning Stone In Verona, NY.  Other casinos I have been to: MGM Springfield, MA Foxwoods in Mashantucket, Ct Vernon Downs Casino, Vernon, NY Well I added a new casino to my list last weekend, I went to explore Mohegan Sun in Uncansville, CT I have so many wonderful things to say about this place. First off, The facility is beautiful with waterfalls all around!  I spent the better part of my day just walking around to look at everything. The facility is so clean and all the workers I spoke with were so personable. I can't wait to go back again. Besides waterfalls and the usual gambling table and slot machines there were lots of stores as well. My favorite was the general store. So many unique items there. My friend and I couldn't help but take a picture in front of this glass "tree" another beautiful piece of art in the casino
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Disney's Port Orleans - French Quarter Resort

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  returned home yesterday after a 6 day trip to Disney World. While there, I stayed at the Port Orleans French Quarter Resort. I would not hesitate to stay there again. The regular price for a standard room is $304 per night. I took advantage of a promotion and only paid $255 per night. My room was in a perfect location. Only a few steps away from the river where you can take a boat ride over to Disney Springs and in the other direction I only had a few steps to Jackson Square. Jackson square is where the hotel lobby is, the quick service restaurant, the jazz night club, the resort store and multiple activities happen there.  If you want to pay a little more ($333) you can get a room with a river view.  This resort is the smallest of the Disney properties and that is one reason I liked it so much. I spend the whole day walking all over the parks so it was nice to have a short walk to my room when I got off the bus. There is one bus stop in front of the resort and I found the bus rides
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Winter Beach Trips

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  Winter is always a slow time for me. I don't take too many trips in the cold weather. Last week we had a couple of warm days so I took a ride to the cape and went for a walk along the beach. I love being by the water even if it is windy and chilly. There is something about the sound of the waves that is so relaxing and on a chilly day the beach isn't crowded.  I went to West Dennis beach which is a little over a mile long so I can get a nice long walk. There were several people there walking their dogs. I even spotted a couple of swans in the ocean. this is such a nice place to walk. After leaving West Dennis Beach, I went for a walk around my favorite store in that area, Cuffy's. They are currently having a GREAT sale. Most summer t-shirts are 70% off. I bought two short sleeve t-shirts for only $4.20 each. If the clothing isn't 70% off then it is 50% off.  the sand sculptures are still standing and they are worth the trip. If you haven't been to Cuffy's make
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Disney Trip Planned

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 My all time favorite place to go on vacation is Walt Disney World in Florida. I wish I could afford to go here twice a year, but I can barely afford once a year. I was there in December of 2022 and I am planning to go again in March of 2024. I have everything booked. Disney is offering 25% off hotels for the beginning of next year which I took advantage of for this trip. I will be trying a different resort for me as I am staying at Port Orleans French Quarter. Now I start my countdown!! I am sure I will find some places to take day trips between now and then that I can tell you all about here on this blog.
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Casino Fun

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 I am not someone who goes to the casino all the time but I do enjoy a trip to one every now and then. Recently I went to visit Turning Stone Casino in Verona, NY. It was my first time here and I would definitely take the 4 hour drive to visit again. The casino was extremely clean and bright. Lots of cute shops throughout the place. and so many restaurants to pick from. I went with my sister, who lives in NY, and we chose to eat at the casino buffet. Delicious!! The cost was $39.99 per person for a buffet with so many choices: taco bar, seafood, Chinese, BBQ, carving station, fried food, Italian and of course many delightful desserts.  I had prime rib from the carving station and it melted in my mouth, I had to go back for seconds on that. The general Tso's chicken was another of my favorites. The only food I had that I have a small complaint about was the chicken tenders were a little dry.    For dessert I had to try more than one. I had the most delicious piece of carrot cake, al
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Chatham Pumpkin People

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 It is October, the month of pumpkins, so once again I traveled to Chatham, MA to view the pumpkin people in the park. Each year businesses in Chatham put together a display using pumpkins. These displays are set up for viewing in Kate Gould Park. I love looking at these. So worth the 1.5 hour drive to see them. Here are pictures of some of my favorites. After walking through the park I went to the Chatham Fish Pier and let the seals entertain me for an hour. The restrooms at the Chatham Fish Pier are open year round, just in case you were wondering. Then went for some lunch at Kream and Cone in Dennis. I had fried clam strip plate which comes with both french fries and onion rings. I paid $21 for the plate and couldn't finish so I brought the rest home for lunch the next day. I was with my mother-in-law and she got the fried oyster plate which was $29.99. Kream and Cone closes for the season on October 29th.
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