Steamboat Cruise, Fort William Henry, Dining at Massie's

Update June 11 to June 13, 2019 

Ready to Shove Off

-- Enjoying Lake George NY Region

We had not ever been to Lake George except for a brief drive-by on our way to somewhere else. We are glad we made the visit this time and plan to return as soon as we can. We especially like to take boat tours on rivers, lakes, and seashores whenever we can. It's nice to relax on the water; we generally learn something about the region and the country, and sometimes they pilot lets Patti steer the boat. (Ask her about Nashville).

This time, we went on the Lac du Saint Sacrement, that takes a nice round trip from the southernmost point of the lake up to where the Sagamore Resort is in Bolton Landing. It was a leisurely ride and although it's billed as a "luncheon" cruise, we chose to skip the luncheon, and with the money saved, we dined later onshore at another fun place. However, we did take advantage of the onboard cocktail bar. 

Patti never got a chance to take the helm, but I don't think she was too disappointed. The cruise was definitely a lot of fun.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 

READ my Blog "The Books of Richard F Wright" (Books, Bookstores, Writing)     

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 

-- Visited a Highly Recommended Italian Restaurant

Patti Goes Italian

On the valued recommendation of a friend, Patti suggested we head into South Glens Falls NY to visit Massie's Restaurant. It wasn't far away and those who visit Lake George a lot have this place in high regard. We went and it was very nice.

They had Italian wine. Let me make that clear for you. They had only Italian wine and a wide collection of Italian beer. Now that's a dedication to a style of eating that you can rely on. They don't try to hedge their bet on their food or beverage. If you want Italian, then this is the place. I like that because it tells me they really are committed to their product.

By the way, I had a Peroni beer, which is something I try to order when I get Italian food. Not a problem here.


-- Historic Fort William Henry Museum at Lake George NY

Waiting For Cannon Shot

The historic Fort William Haney Museum was right across the street from the harbor where we took the steamboat ride. It was easy to visit both on the same day and still have time for shopping and dining too.

We have been to Fort Ticonderoga, further upstate on the New York/Vermont border but this was the first time visit here. This fort was built by the British; then destroyed by the French two years later. The current structure is a replica of the original which was constructed in 1955. We were able to witness a live-fire demonstration of a cannon and a musket. Both were loud and great crowd-pleasers, especially the kids who were there. 

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

READING UPDATE:

Harry Truman’s Excellent Adventure, by Matthew Algeo

Shortly after leaving office as President of the United States, Harry Truman and his wife Bess took a road trip from Missouri to New York and back that seems ten-times more improbable today than it did in 1953. How could a retired U.S. President decide to hop into his new Chrysler and take off on an unplanned and unscheduled road trip? 

It’s exactly what he did, and it fits in with his character, temperament, and view of life. Why not drive to Pennsylvania to make that speech? We can stop along the way to visit friends and to make new friends. It was that simple. Truman was a simple man and none more engaging in my view that ever occupied the White House.