Living in Rhode Island, by the ocean, my entire life, I made the move this summer to the Pioneer Valley in Western Massachusetts. The views of mountains, farmlands and fresh veggies, the Connecticut river, and foliage in the fall are some of my favorite gems in this area. Discovering the hidden gems near my new home is just as exciting as finding new places afar. This blog is as much for you as it is for me, a place to mark my favorite places in hopes someone else will enjoy them just as much as I have.