How To Do Independence in New England

Yours truly took a disposable camera and an attractive man to Essex, CT, for the Fourth. First item on the activities menu: a trip to Newport for mansions and seafood.



Rosecliff









Then, it was on to seafood.





And, back in Essex, CT, there was a burger showdown.







Crowl and cousine



The judges deliberated



And we all made s'mores.



A lazy train ride home.