Surprise New London

Driving around New London the other day, I happened across this lovely 19th century street, preserved as a historic district. I had completely missed it last summer and all the other times I've been to New London. These sorts of little gems are so prevalent in Connecticut that it is easy to take them for granted. Whoever you are who lives on this awesome street, I hope you feel the history seeping into your feet every time you come home.

Liv's Oyster Bar

Tried Liv's Oyster Bar in Old Saybrook last week - a fabulous experience all around. And now I'm into Saddle Rock oysters from the Sound.

Beach Donuts in Clinton

This is one of the best places to get donuts (or doughnuts) in Connecticut. The glazed are particularly tempting, and I like the chocolate frosting, as well. The one cookies and cream donut pictured here is almost too decadent! With a place like this, I'm not sure why anyone would go to...what's the name of that chain again?

Afoot in Connecticut - The Farmington Canal

The Wayfarer Volume 2

Check out volume 2, issue 1 of The Wayfarer for a preview of my upcoming book, Afoot in Connecticut, two poems by my lovely wife, Amy Nawrocki, and a great story about Pleasure Beach by my buddy David Leff.

It's not every day a magazine is so beautifully made, and chock full of all the things that make me want to read it!