Nathan Who?

Anyone who has ever had the chance to sample a Lee's Dog as well as a "Famous Nathan's" Coney Island dog will tell you... Lee is 'da Man!! I'd take a Lee's dog, any day, over the thick-skinned, over-priced Nathan's hotdog (though a Lee's special is getting a bit costly at $4.75).

On my last visit to Athol, I ordered and devoured my usual... two Lee's specials with the works plus ketchup, and two diet cokes (gotta save a calorie or two somewhere).

My lunchtime commrade, Bob, placed an identical order, but was not able to pack away all four of his dogs... he gulped down only three and sheepishly declared "no mas".

After muttering something about him picking up his dress at the cleaners, I outwardly stated... "All the more for me!" I quickly scoffed down what would be my fifth and final dog of the day.

As my now bloated, satiated and meat-filled body undulated to the rhythm of the washboard pavment inherent to the Baldwinville back roads, I couldn't help but smile... this was one memorable meal!

Fantastic Falls

For me, no trip to northern central Mass would be complete without a visit to Doanes Falls. To anyone that grew up in this area, this is a very familiar sight. Although the scene has changed only slightly during my memory, the awesome beauty of this location always draws me to it. A very, very special place.

Royalston Cemetery

As I left Doane's Falls and headed up the ever decaying road to Royalston center, a slight misty rain began to fall. As I passed the town cemetery, I was compelled to stand just outside the wall, take a few photos and take a moment to think about those that came and left before us.

Tully Mountain

Taken from the sandy beach of Packard Pond, here's a view of the famous Tully Mountain. Still green in mid-September, but nonetheless, a majestic sight for those from the area.

Tully Lake

Finally getting back to my blogging... been busy with work, kids sports, Facebook, etc. Here's a shot taken from the beautiful shores of Tully Lake. Snapped during my visit back to Athol in mid-September.

Oh how I wish I had my kayak for a quick trip up to Long Pond... will happen again someday.