Travel, life, dining, and entertainment for people who love Rhode Island
Travel, life, dining, and entertainment for people who love Rhode Island
Travel, life, dining, and entertainment for people who love Rhode Island
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Beyond the Gates of Newport Society
Not all of the Newport Mansions are Museums
Beyond the Gates of Newport Society
Not all of the Newport Mansions are Museums
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Flying Over Rhode Island
Piloting a Private Plane for the First Time
Flying Over Rhode Island
Piloting a Private Plane for the First Time
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Memorial Day
Remembering fallen heroes at the RI Veteran's Cemetery
Memorial Day
Remembering fallen heroes at the RI Veteran's Cemetery
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A Step into the Past
Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum
A Step into the Past
Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum
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A Special Meal in a Special Place
Enjoying the Star Chef Series at Gracie's in Providence
A Special Meal in a Special Place
Enjoying the Star Chef Series at Gracie's in Providence
May's Articles
Beyond the Gates of Newport Society
Not all of the Newport Mansions are Museums
One of the oldest cities in the country, the Society Capital of America for the prosperous, Newport Rhode Island is celebrated by a splendid display of countless structural designs, most noteably the mansions bult as summer cottages for the incredibly wealthy of the Gilded Age. But even though many of the mansions are now opened [...]
Flying Over Rhode Island
Piloting a Private Plane for the First Time
Last weekend, I flew. I climbed into a small plane, settled into the pilot’s seat, taxied to the runway, took off, and in no time was sailing 2000 feet above the Rhode Island coastline at over 100 miles an hour. Of course it wasn’t that simple, I didn’t actually do the take-off and landing, and [...]
Memorial Day
Remembering fallen heroes at the RI Veteran's Cemetery
With my home in Rhode Island, I can’t drive all the way to San Antonio where my Dad was laid to rest with a three volleys of gunfire and the distant sound of a bugle playing taps when I want to remember him. My mother has the neatly folded flag that once draped his coffin [...]
A Step into the Past
Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum
The American Indian has held a magical mystique for me. Their simple life styles, their belief system and their constant pursuit of happiness is a source of wonder for many. There are a multitude of museums located throughout the country that depict the history of these beloved people and the land that was once [...]
A Special Meal in a Special Place
Enjoying the Star Chef Series at Gracie's in Providence
Gracie’s is a place to create memories. Fine food and wine, attentive service, and a warming atmosphere make it the place to bring someone special for… a proposal? … an anniversary? But during the Star Chef Series dinners, the food is the reason for the evening, and that someone special you bring becomes a fellow [...]
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Restoring the Old State House
Newport Colony House Begins Phase Three of Restoration
The 1801 Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington that lives in the Newport Colony House was recently covered so it is not clearly visible. With the busy summer season approaching, why cover such an important painting? At the 1739 Colony House, where the portrait resides, Phase Three of vital restoration work is beginning. Located [...]
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Recreational Vehicles
The basics of hitting the road in comfort
Recreational vehicles are multipurpose vehicles that are used for various purposes ranging from travelling and camping to full time living (for which they are parked in special trailer parks). Recreational vehicles are also widely known as mobile homes or motor homes. It is important to weigh both costs and benefits of owning and even renting [...]
Heading East
A Weekend Getaway to Provincetown
There are times that a weekend getway is just what you need. So, road trip style, with a minimum of planning, head East on I-195 until the freeway runs out and you find yourself in the very eastern tip of our neighboring state Massachussetts in the artsy destination Provincetown. [...]
Product Reviews
The Gift Giver is more than just another book! It’s real!
I am one of those old fashioned people that just love to sit down and read a real good book. I don’t like reading a book on those new, fancy Nooks, or Kindles or even on my phone. I want to hold a book in my lap with my legs curled up under me, kick [...]
...Cleaning hardwoods are easier than we thought!
Testing out the Haan steam floor cleaner
I love hardwood floors. I grew up with hard wood floors; no wall-to-wall carpeting but beautifully constructed hardwood floors. My dad was always polishing them with the old-fashioned buffer and butcher’s wax. They were gorgeous when he was done. Then, the four of us kids would wander into the house with our wet boots and [...]
...Staying Comfortable While Doing Yoga
Trying Woman Within
Exercise is not something I take lightly. When I set out to do something, whether it is a project or exercise, I do it full force! I have dabbled in many different ways of exercising, from Pilates to walking the dogs. Hiking is my favorite by far, as I love being out with nature, my [...]
...Traveling With The Little Ones Made Easier
A look at Nurturme organic baby foods
I can’t imagine what it is like to travel with and infants and toddlers these days on those long (and short) strenuous road trips! Despite it being decades ago, I can still remember all of my own road trips with my three sons, ranging from one to five, and all by myself! There were times [...]
...Sipping Away with Elegance and Purpose
Riedel Ouverture Pink Toasting Flutes
Mother’s Day is right around the corner everyone. With that being said, what am I going to get my mother this time? I think I have pretty well exhausted the flowers, beautifully decorated cards that say just the right thing, candy, inexpensive jewelry (love you mom, but we’re on a budget) and an eventful dinner [...]
...Tissues within just an arms length in your car! Fantastic!
Kissue Tissues in the Cup Holder
I have to say that I am probably one of the worse people when it comes to keeping tissues in my car. I don’t even carry them in my pocketbook (but I should, as I have allergies)! When I am traveling and need a tissue, I just reach for one of those extra napkins from [...]
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