It’s summertime and the living is fun! Welcome to New Hampshire. I’m Nora LeDuc and your tour guide. New Hampshire has a rich history as one of
the original thirteen colonies. In
addition, our beautiful landscape of mountains, oceans, and lifestyle attract
many visitors just like you.
So buckle up. We’re on our yearly Road Trip.
Today we’re
headed to the Lakes Region. As we drive north
on interstate 93, look to your left. You’ll spot an unusual sight, the Tilton Arch.
This unique structure is made of Concord granite and stands 50 feet tall by 40
feet wide. It took two years to build and sits on a hilltop in Northfield.
The
monument is a memorial to the ancestors of Charles E. Tilton, who was a wealthy
resident of the town of Tilton and donated several statues to his neighbors.
We have a beautiful day to cruise. The fluffy
clouds reflect in the clear blue water. The mountains surround the lake in various
hues of green. Scattered along the shore, we view quaint cottages and
contemporary homes. Feel like a swim? We’ll anchor for a dip at Long Sands
Beach.Once we’re cool, we’ll say goodbye to Noah and dine at a local restaurant. After, we’ll hurry to catch a free train ride on the Silver Lake Railroad. Yes, free! The train runs entirely on donations and the time of volunteers. Get ready to sit back and enjoy the scenery the conductor loves to point out.
Next, we travel to Center Ossipee for the mead
wine tasting. You’ll find the perfect
bottle for a gift. Then we shoot over to the bakery and pick up a snack for the
trip home. As the sun sets over the lake, we’ll slip into our car, tired but happy. We’ll chat about the good times we shared and contemplate when we can return again to the Granite State.
Nora offers: A copy of her latest: Gone Before Goodbye to one lucky winner who leaves a comment. Nora will draw a name from the list of people who comment. Please leave contact info.
Nora LeDuc is that author of twelve published novels set in New Hampshire. Her latest book Gone Before Goodbye is the first in the Love and Mystery in the 6-oh-3 series. The Devil Wore Sneakers, book two, will be for sale later this summer. Visit her on Goodreads, Amazon or FB. Check out all her titles here: http://www.noraleduc.com
(Pictures provided by Nora LeDuc)
Thanks Annette for having me today!! You're blog is great.
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I often traveled through New Hampshire as a kid and loved the White Mountains. I was particularly fond of the Old Man of the Mountain, a rock formation that for many looked like an old man, but which, for those who new her, was a great caricature of m mother. When the formation was despoiled by a natural rock slide, it felt like a personal loss. But the rest of the mountain region remains one of my favorite places. While I set my book "Broody New Englander" in Maine, the area involved is only a day's drive from those mountains.
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ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your story about your mother and the Old Man. People still mourn him. It's a little hard to explain to the kids when they look up at a blank mountain top. Good to meet another New England Author. Stay in touch!! Thanks for coming.
Nora
I've enjoyed visiting New Hampshire in the past--so, thanks for the memories!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this most informative and interesting post which I enjoyed very much. When we drove from Montreal years ago, we travelled to Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. The scenic vistas were incomparable and since this was summertime we relaxed and felt that this vacation was unforgettable and very special.saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteRadine, glad I could bring up happy memories for you. Hope you have time to make new ones. Thanks for taking time to write.
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Dear Traveler,
ReplyDeleteSounds like you get to take beautiful trips. I'm glad you made it too New England. Hope you come back soon. Thanks for dropping in.
Nora
Our middle son went to Franklin Pierce Law School and we loved going up to NH to visit him, Nora! It's a tiny but lovely state. Now I have friends from HS who retired to Moultonborough and I always make it a stop at their library on a book tour!
ReplyDeleteYes, great book store and supportive of local authors. You found a treasure, Marni! maybe some day we'll meet there. Hope your son enjoyed the law school. I worked near there.
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Looks like another great state to camp in! Adding it to my mental list. And having characters from your books be the guides for your "tour" was a clever idea. I also like to set my books in places I spend time in, so setting all of your books in a state some haven't been to has to be good for tourism.
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ReplyDeleteI didn't realize Noah's story was set at Lake Ossipy. I had pictured it around North Conway. Oh well. New Hampshire as a state is beautiful all over, and one gorgeous spot is as good as another. LOL. Gone Before Goodbye was a terrific romantic suspense that scared the pants off me! LOL