Tag Archives: St. Pat’s

Irish Hill

Posted on March 10, 2020 by rivertoprambles

“What’s your name, boy? Look at me! I’ll say it once more, and that’s it!” Saturday night. Years ago. Driving home from a four-day workweek, needing to unwind. The Cold Beer Tavern, corner bar, small town USA. “Truth boy, look … Continue reading →

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The Don’t Hurry Isle

Posted on March 14, 2017 by rivertoprambles

I’m pretending that I’m there right now. With a cup of morning coffee at my side, with brain and keyboard fingers operating with reptilian slowness, I imagine just relaxing on a tiny tropical island. What does it matter that a classic Nor’easter whitens … Continue reading →

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Black Creek Alternative

Posted on March 19, 2012 by rivertoprambles

The season felt “alternative” all winter long. The winter was one of the warmest on record and already by March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, the signs of spring were well developed. We visited the Maple Tree Inn near Birdsall, New … Continue reading →

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