Journal
Essays and trail journals by Leah LaRocco.
November 26, 2013
Burnout is a real thing. After two weeks of doing something every single night, double booking the calendar, squeezing things in right after work or in the early morning just so I could keep up with friends, I wearily said goodbye to the kitties and left for Los Angeles to Read More
November 17, 2013
One day a couple months ago, a friend started talking about how breathtaking Tennessee sunsets are. Rob was nearby while this was being said and he said he could practically hear my eyes rolling. I am partial to seaside sunsets and the ones I've seen at home on Long Island Read More
April 27, 2013
Ah, lovely Shelter Islandimpossibly beautiful, quiet, simple, quaint, and utterly peaceful. I've gotten into the habit of paying the $2 at the ferry terminal to walk on the ferry, hang over the edge of the boat, and turn my face to the sun like a dog with its head out Read More
April 27, 2013
Bailie Beach is my favorite "by the water" spot at home. I grew up down the road from this beach and have memories of fishing off the shore, climbing all the way to the end of the jetty, swimming out to the big rock, stepping on crabs (ew!), finding cash Read More
April 25, 2013
Even though I'm a North Fork girl, I absolutely love the Hamptons. They are beautiful in their small town simplicity and urban sophistication, and in the spring just before the official season begins, the locals enjoy the last sunny days before Montauk Highway is suffocated by city traffic. Today we Read More
April 23, 2013
I really enjoy traveling with other people because the experience is sometimes more fun when shared, but I couldn't resist a chance to visit the city by myself and see some girlfriends. There is now a direct Boltbus from the Riverhead Hilton Garden Inn that only costs $12 each way, Read More
September 28, 2012
The past week I was on Long Island for a much needed getaway from all things work and house related. Rob came with since he needed a break as well. There was a lot going on. The annual Maritime Festival in Greenport was fun, and a Coast Guard Read More
July 16, 2012
Working on the house has been an enjoyable task, but an exhausting one at that. After mom and dad came to visit and help with more house repairs, I headed home to Long Island for a much needed vacation to see friends, walk on the beach, and decompress. July is Read More