Category Archives: USA Destinations

The Day After the Boston Marathon…

Posted on April 16, 2013 by FLG

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“Freedom is Not Free”

Posted on April 9, 2013 by FLG

Furrylittlegnome has not visited Washington, D.C. in a few years, but with tension rising between North Korea and the rest of the world, gnome thought she would share with you a connection between her nation’s capital and her hometown. Foggy … Continue reading →

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The End of Furrylittlegnome’s Northwest Adventure

Posted on March 27, 2013 by FLG

Almost two hours west of Portland, Oregon is Cannon Beach and the Pacific Ocean. It is a quaint sea-side town with a population of less than 2,000 people that relies heavily on tourism. Although Cannon Beach was incorporated as a … Continue reading →

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Visiting the Columbia River

Posted on March 21, 2013 by FLG

Furrylittlegnome’s Western adventure continues in the Pacific Northwest with a scenic drive east of Portland, Oregon to the Columbia River Gorge.  The Columbia River runs between Oregon and Washington State and is the fourth largest river in the USA.  Furrylittlegnome cannot lie … Continue reading →

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Furrylittlegnome Heads Out West – Part Deux

Posted on March 13, 2013 by FLG

Next stop:  Portland, Oregon. Founded in 1851, Portland, Oregon is located in the Northwestern part of the United States.  While many travelers flock to this major city, furrylittlegnome wanted to run for the hills!  Downtown Portland, in gnome’s eyes, seemed a … Continue reading →

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Furrylittlegnome Heads Out West

Posted on March 7, 2013 by FLG

Many people associate Salt Lake City, Utah, with the Mormon religion.  While it is true, Salt Lake City is centered around the Mormon faith, mixed within the Mormon Temple and church offices are a lot of interesting places to visit.   … Continue reading →

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Furrylittlegnome Steps Outside

Posted on December 24, 2012 by FLG

A snowy, white Christmas for furrylittlegnome!

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A Taste of the Holiday

Posted on December 16, 2012 by FLG

On a gloomy morning, there will be rain and not snow.  A little disappointed, furrylittlegnome found some holiday cheer in Boston. It’s her favorite time of year! The ducklings in the Public Garden are in a festive mood! Leave it to … Continue reading →

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It’s Snowing!

Posted on November 24, 2012 by FLG

The Vermont golden dome…

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Welcome to Boston!

Posted on November 16, 2012 by FLG

For days, the media has been teasing us about it. Finally, their doors at 185 Franklin Street in Boston officially opened this morning! Pret A Manger has arrived in Boston, and furrylittlegnome couldn’t be happier. She ventured inside at 7:45 … Continue reading →

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