Concord, NH--It has been a rainy summer. For some parts of New England, 2008 has been the rainiest summer on record. The rain and record high gas prices have certainly dampened some people's passion for travel.  Enjoying the great, preferably dry outdoors is part of the charm of summer, but there remains plenty to do--indoors and out--by ...

THIS is Mount Washington. I almost went up the Auto Road, but upon seeing the sign that said something like "if you're afraid of heights, this drive might not be for you", I decided to turn around. After all, this was meant to be a stress-free vacation, and I was by myself. I'd rather have someone see me whine like a little girl ...