A Beautiful Day for a Ride

Last weekend we took a day to enjoy a ride on the motorcycle. I am not a highway rider, but love to cruise the back roads. So many things to see as you take a leisurely ride on a warm, sunny day.

Our journey took us down Route 152, a nice ride through the country with old New England homes shaded by canopies of large trees. On to Route 108 south and across Route 111, finally arriving in Hampton.

We met up with friends and our journey took us along Route 101E. What a beautiful ride along the coast past Hampton Beach, Rye Beach, and up to Portsmouth. Hard to decide which way to look as the beauty of the ocean calls to your soul, but the homes along the coast are a beautiful sight too. Some are quaint and cozy cottages and others are large, looking like something out of a magazine.

We stopped in Rye at Petey's Summertime Seafood for lunch. Great food with generous portions. If you have the opportunity to make the trip to Rye be sure to make time for lunch. http://www.peteys.com/ 

After lunch we parted ways and we rode up to Portsmouth, NH and then across Route 4 to home. The boat was in the water, but we had not had the weather or opportunity to take it out yet, so we made our first trip around the lake. Always fun to cruise and see what changes have taken place along the shores since last fall.

An absolutely perfect day, and one of many more to come over the summer. These days remind me of how blessed I am, and how good life is. Now......time to get ready for visits from the grandchildren!






 
 








Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Simply Sides - Melting Potatoes (Fondant Potatoes)

Image
In the UK they are known as Fondant Potatoes, and in the US, they are hardly known at all. They are buttery, crispy on the outside, creamy in the middle and worth a try. These are the most delicious potatoes I have had in a long time! They would certainly be a great addition to any of your holiday gatherings. Enjoy! Melting Potatoes (Fondant Potatoes) 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1-1/2 cups chicken broth 2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed and peeled Note: Use potatoes at least 1-1/2 inches in diameter. DO NOT  use a glass baking dish. Adjust rack to upper-middle position. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Square off ends of potatoes and cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick disks. Toss them with melted butter, thyme, salt, and pepper. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in a baking pan and roast until the bottoms are browned, about 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven and usin...
Read more

Simply Sides - Corn Bread Casserole

Image
My sister has made this casserole at Thanksgiving for many years. It is creamy and delicious and has been a big hit with the entire family. This dish is very easy and is not only great for your holiday meal, but also for weeknight dinners. Corn Bread Casserole 1 can creamed corn 1 can whole kernel corn ( undrained ) 8 ounces sour cream 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) melted butter 1 box Jiffy corn bread mix Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish. 1. Mix all ingredients and pour into the prepared dish. 2. Bake at 325F for one hour. Enjoy!!
Read more

The Rock of Gibraltar

Image
On our way to El Puerto De Santa Maria, we made a detour to see the Rock of Gibraltar. If you have ever seen a Prudential Financial advertisement, you will recognize the Rock of Gibraltar which is their logo. The Rock of Gibraltar is a single large block of stone 426 m (1,398 ft) high. It is a limestone peninsula and mountainous rock that jets out of the end of the British territory at the southwestern tip of Europe. It is home to a network of caves, including the famous St. Michael’s Cave, which is open to the public. At the top of the Rock, visitors can enjoy amazing panoramic views of the surrounding area, including Morocco on a clear day. Seeing the Rock from below is quite a sight, however, taking a tour to the top tells a much bigger story of how impressive it truly is. We headed out in a small 6-passenger van to make the climb up to the top of the Rock. The road is quite narrow and winds back and forth along the edge of the Rock. For someone like me who is afraid o...
Read more