HAPPY FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN!!!!!
Hi everyone!
I’m back!
Well, I haven’t really gone anywhere except into motherhood overdrive!
I’ve been so busy with the many facets of being a mom that this blog, which was once treated like my baby (before baby), has sadly taken a back seat.
Summer hasn’t given us many opportunities for family travel, and the motivation to write just hasn’t been there…until now!
That’s right, I’m excited to say that in one short week, hubby, baby toddler and I will be boarding a plane and taking the red eye to…New England!
A destination that was once unchecked on our bucket list will soon be crossed off, and I look forward to giving you a first hand account of our New England road trip and the many adventures we will surely have with our squirmy, curious, happy, fussy, soon-to-be 2 year old!
Our itinerary will consist of Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont…but I must say, even though I’m looking forward to exploring all 4 beautiful states, I’m looking forward to Maine the most!
Why Maine?
Well, ever since grade school, I was fascinated by lighthouses, and I envisioned myself living in a Maine lighthouse. The thought of this California girl traveling to the easternmost state and being in charge of lighting the way for souls at sea pulled at my imagination! To me, Maine was the ultimate nautical destination, and it had an aura of mystery! I also was pretty certain I’d marry a Maine fisherman while I was living in my Maine lighthouse! (And this was all from the mind of an 11 year old!)
Well, even though it was a nice childhood dream, little did I know that a much better California dream would unfold that didn’t include a lighthouse or a fisherman!
Things happen for a reason!
So here we are, getting ready for our first extended trip with our youngin’ to a place I’ve only dreamed of.
I also can’t wait to experience a REAL AUTUMN and to also brush up on one of my favorite hobbies…photography!
With the recent California drought, we get to experience leaves in various shades of brown.
It doesn’t make for a thrilling autumn, but the influx of pumpkin spice lattes at most coffee shops slightly makes up for it!
I must say though…I don’t know how I’ll react when I witness the vibrant punch of reds, oranges and yellows painted across New England!
I might just shed a tear!
To commemorate our journey and to KICK OFF THE FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN (WOOHOO!) , I’m having a fun little
As in true Passport to Bliss style, this giveaway is so mysterious, even I don’t know what I’m giving away!
As we peruse quaint little New England shops and markets, I’m going to keep my eyes peeled for something quintessentially New England…or maybe it’ll be something that truly represents autumn, or…who knows!
So how do I enter, you ask?
Well, it’s really easy.
Follow this link to enter the drawing via Rafflecopter, and choose your entry option! Or you can do all 3 and increase your chances of winning!
The giveaway begins TODAY (September 22nd) and will close at midnight (PST) on Sunday, October 8th. The winner will be announced on Monday, October 9th.
*Open to U.S. & Canada residents only!*
It’s just my little way to say thanks for just dropping by or following me (even though I’ve been on a mommyhood hiatus) and for being so awesome!
Good Luck to you all….
& HAPPY AUTUMN!
Filling my passport with family, travel and bliss 