June 4, 2019 - Elisa's Weekend plans and 8 Great U.S. Lakeside Beaches

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​Elisa's Weekend plans and 8 Great U.S. Lakeside Beaches

Hey there!
Coming to you from Garden City, Long Island on a very lovely Tuesday!

I've got a few things on the agenda this week.  For one, my girl Gianna has an early dismissal today, so we'll probably spend the few hours before Kelsey gets home, doing a little mommy and daughter bonding.

I believe the three of us gals will be heading over toLifetime Fitness later in the evening to get a work-out in.

Lots on the agenda for the weekend, however.  Friday night is my nephew Julian's 8th grade graduation, which, we will of course be attending.  I'm not as yet sure what the plans are afterwards.

This will be followed by a fun NYC day on Saturday for me and Kelsey as we embark on our ​"Hamilton & Washington: Secrets of the Past" Walking Tour!

photo credit: revolutionarytoursnyc.com

As you may remember, we were scheduled to go on this tour back in the Fall in September, but had to cancel due to a conflict that arose.

So, we are finally going!!!  I will be sure to take lots of photos and give you the full low down on the tour.  Here's a little excerpt from the tour description:

Through fascinating stories along our engaging walk in the Hamilton & Washington Walking Tour NYC, you’ll be drawn into the past as you learn about:

• The earlier North American war that led to the epic Revolutionary War
• The first New York reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 9, 1776, and the mob protest that followed
• George Washington’s daring and miraculous nighttime river escape
• The famous tavern where Washington had a moving farewell gathering
• The lies and deception of Washington, the great “spymaster”
• The moving inauguration of George Washington
• Alexander Hamilton’s prolific 100,000 words in the Federalist Papers that secured ratification of the Constitution
• The resting place of Alexander Hamilton and his wife Eliza
• The splendid 18th-century chapel where Washington attended services
• The letters behind the infamous duel with Vice President Aaron Burr,  …and so much more!

Sounds great, right!!

​Another great article to share with you from Afar.com - this one features lakeside beaches right here in the U.S.  Right here in our great land, we have some of the most gorgeous lakes to enjoy the summer weather.

If you are considering a water-front vacay this summer, "the calm waters of lake beaches are easier to kayak, canoe, and fish on, and they’re especially well-suited to families because kids can splash around without worrying about tides" a great point  made in this article.

The lakes highlighted include:

• Lake Tahoe, Nevada - Secret Cove
• Lake Geneva, Wisconsin - Riviera Beach
• South Haven on Lake Michigan, Michigan - South Beach
• Lake George, New York - Million Dollar Beach
• Lake Travis, Texas - Bob Wentz Park 
• Flathead Lake, Montana - Yellow Bay
• Lake Chelan, Washington - Lake Chelan State Park
• Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire - Weirs Beach ​

(c) travelincousins.com

(c) travelincousins.com

(c) travelincousins.com

(c) travelincousins.com

Well, my dears, here's to a wonderful day!!

-Travelin' Elisa
xoxo