These are destinations that we visit most years. N.H. Sometimes we want to be closer to the farm, but still need a little adventure. Depending on the time of the season, there are blueberry, strawberry, and raspberry fields where we pick our own. If we are seeking the perfect antique, and we can strike a deal with the kids to come along, we need look no further than Northwood, N.H., just outside the resort, where antique shops line the roads. The kids, however, prefer mall or outlet shopping.
Rainy days happen.
Though not welcome during a vacation where most of our activity takes place outdoors, families often organize to make the best of it. We may decide to go bowling in nearby Concord, or to a movie near the farm. Whichever we decide, there is often a large, talkative group planning and trave ling together. We've done it every year since Elizabeth was 7, before Jennifer was born. They spend the school year looking forward to seeing their friends, to seeing the owners, to eating the food, and to being with our family.