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Sea Breeze, NY-June 21, 2010                                                              My husband and I took a long drive today in and around Sea Breeze. It was a great day for a drive in one of my favorite places, Sea Breeze. The Parkside Whispering Pine miniature golf was packed with families having a great time on this Sunday afternoon, the bars and restaurants that are open seem to be doing well, the outside seating appeared full. Sea Breeze, even with this pandemic is thriving, maybe not as it should but that will come. Soon, and once again it will be that great summer spot, a place for a hot summer day, a walk in the park, some fun at the amusement park. It will be great again. What bothers me is the way that Sea Breeze is treated. Yes, the way it is treated. It could be so much more than it is. It is a beautiful spot and it is so under appreciated. It is sad. Where is the fanfare? Where are the flowers and the banners? Where are the boutiques and cute little speciality
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Lake Bluff Road and Fort Des Sables- Once near the site of Fort Des Sables, Lake bluff Road has one of the nicest lake views in Irondequoit.   Established in 1717 as a stockaded French fur trading post for trade with the Seneca Indians, one of the five Iroquois Indian Nations. It was located on the Lake Ontario Shore at the entrance to Irondequoit Bay. The post was built by a Frenchman, Louis Thomas Joncaire, who was an interpreter and negotiator. Joncaire had been captured by the Seneca at age 17 and had lived among them until 1694 when he was released. His understanding of the Iroquois language, culture and customs proved to be a great help in reestablishing the French fur trade after the disastrous wars between 1680 and 1700.  Located on Culver Road east of Lake Bluff Road the site was destroyed by construction of Route 590 Expressway.                                                    Lake Bluff Road's elevated view of the lake is just spectacular. The road itself has a
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Camp Wacona Camp Wacona (meaning Bright Star in Seneca language) was located in Irondequoit, NY and was in operation from 1912 thru 1931, until it was sold. It operated as a YWCA camp for girls. In the early 1900's programs for girls became a part of the mission at the YWCA. Their programs offered teens a place to gather, participate in classes and provided opportunities for community service. The camp also provided outdoor vacations and outings for both girls and women. Girl Reserves was the official name of the YWCA unit for girls ages 12-20. I haven't been able to find a lot written about the camp but there are many photos. After some searching with a friend we believe that camp may have been located in the elevated area of  Durand Eastman Park on the lake side in what now is called The Highlands. Unfortunately the camp was torn down many years ago.  Wacona Ave off Culver Rd in Seabreeze is named after the Camp as a reminder of it's place in the history of Seabre
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Glen Haven Amusement Park- Irondequoit is so rich in history and because of it's location had several amusement parks and attractions around the lake and bay area. Glen Haven Park was on the shores of Irondequoit Bay. At one point it had a roller coaster, Merry-go-round and other amusements. Sadly because of financial issues it was abandoned in the 1920s.    Glen Haven Amusement Park, was located on the West shore of Irondequoit Bay,  Immediately south of the current Bay Village Condominiums. The land is owned by the County of Monroe.                                                 From  Patricia Wayne, Irondequoit’s Town Historian 2011:  "The Glen Haven Amusement Park was part of Glen Haven Resort, also called Glen Haven Village. The Glen Haven Hotel was built in 1899, on ground made by leveling a large hill and using the soil to fill in an adjacent swamp. The hotel was one of the largest in the area. Its dining rooms and veranda's could accommodate about 400
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Day 41- Supporting local commerce during this pandemic- For many reasons we all love the towns we live in. We frequent retail in our area because it's close and convenient. What if we no longer had those things available?  It's so important, now more than ever that we support all of the them as much as we can. With many of us not working or having our work hours cut it can be difficult, but still possible and affordable. Many restaurants in the area are running specials to draw in business and many of them cost less than stopping at the grocery store for the ingredients to make a meal. Do your homework first and everyone will win.                                                                           I am proud to say that we have been supporting all of our local restaurants at least 5 out of 7 nights a week. Hopefully they will still be in business when all of this is over.....eat local, everyone of them are struggling right now.  Studies  show that when you buy
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Day 40- Inspiration- It is so important to have a hobby and to be inspired by something, something that encourages you to be creative. Some of us have one thing that we like to do like painting or putting together a puzzle, but for me it's a little bit of everything. I tend to get bored easily and I like to switch from project to project.                                I am very interested in history. I like to discover new buildings, forests and objects and places. These are the things that inspire other things in me, like painting, writing and gardening.  I buy and collect things that inspire me to do other things, if that makes sense. I have many old books with beautiful illustrations from times past that motivate me to write. I have flowers in my garden that inspire me to paint. There are many things that have inspired me, to be a better me, to be creative and to enjoy life no matter what it throws at me...                                                      
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Day 39- Vintage Wicker Bags- It takes a great vintage bag to make a great summer outfit and there is nothing better than a vintage wicker purse. These are the handbags that my mother carried in the spring and summer and they were her celebration of the passing winter season. They could be purchased just about anywhere in the 50's and 60's, made from wicker, rattan, and sea grass, they were such beautiful bags. Some with leather trim and fabric or vinyl lining. They are plentiful today on apps such as Ebay & Etsy and many thrift and antique stores. They are fun to shop for and there are many interesting versions and styles. The best ones are the mid century designs. They can be found at a great price, from the $20-75 dollar range (and many even less) in all shapes and sizes.                                                  The 1950’s were real breakout years for the straw bag. Ladies who embraced fashion, wanted a hand bag that was fun and could carry their cosm
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