Sunday Morning on CBS is one of my favorite programs. They always have a series
of interesting stories from around the US, people to see and places to go!
I hope to pass on a little of the same........
NEW HAMPSHIRE SUNDAY MORNING
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Exploring this wonderful State of New Hampshire is something my husband and I never tire of! There are so many diverse attractions and ever-changing landscapes...the possibilities are endless!
We started or trip from Concord NH and it was drizzling and cloudy but the weatherman had assured his viewers that sun would win out and the day would not be lost!
We headed North up Route 89 and as we approached the New London area 
the weather cleared and the view definitely improved.
A short time later as we approached Croyden we noticed several cars pulled over...their camera's out so, we decided to check it out!
Hazy but Beautiful
We then turned off in the Lebanon/Hanover area to pick up Route #10 also known as the Dartmouth College Highway. I had not been on his route before. We came across some very, very interesting sights!
The Bunten Farm(Orford, NH)
This Farm is run by Bruce and Chris Balch.The Farm is named for Chris's Family who ran the farm for over 49 years. 
There have been Pumpkins grown and sold here for 51 years! Back in the early 1800's the farm was built by a Family known as Bickford. The bricks were made from clay on the Farms land.
The Balch's also raise Milking Devons. 
Devons are a very rare breed. there are only 400 females in the world. The Balch's have 38. If you have heard of "clotted cream"made in England (imported for here)...it is made from the milk of Devons. Chris is experimenting with making cheeses 
and will be seeking Government certifications so her product can eventually be Marketed.
The Balch's have planned to open a Farmhouse Kitchen Restaurant (hopefully this Winter) so if you're up that way...be sure to stop!
CHRIS & BRUCE
We continued up Route #10 towards Bath, NH and their much photographed Covered Bridge#28.
We were unexpectedly distracted by a small "turnout" area that had a "Marker"
that told of Bath's original settler, Jaasiel Harriman who built near the "Great Rock" and how his daughter Mercy carried dirt to the top of the rock to plant a garden.It was the First in town.
We followed the small handmade signs!
Not having a clue what we would find at the end. 
Mercy's Garden 
We continued our journey on to Bath. I have been there several times and I always have to get a picture of the General Store
Bridge # 28 is another great photo-op. 
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We were ready for lunch. There was only one choice 
The Bridgeview
Afer a wonderful lunch...I would recommend this place to anyone! We left Bath and headed out to make the loop to head back home through the Notch. I got a bit side tracked on my "Foliage Objective" I just had to get a picture of one of the most unusual houses I've ever seen (I am a Realtor after all!).
This looks pretty normal right!
It's OVAL ( Circa 1816)
As we came through Sugar Hill...there were more visual delights and scenes!
And more 
wonderful Views!!
As usual the days are always too short,and we had to head home!
Back to Concord NH and 
color of our own!!
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Come travel the roads of New Hampshire . There are wonderful examples of our history around every corner!
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Joan Mirantz - Joni is a Realtor® with Keeler Family Realtors, a locally owned, Customer Service oriented Firm.
Joan Publishes a monthly Newsletter "Food For Thought" under the pen name Realtor Sherpa.
(Joan also answers to Miz Maven and Miss Joni.)
Joan works in Buyer and Seller Representation with concentrations in the Merrimack Valley Area and towns surrounding Concord NH - the Capital City.
"I love what I do, and it shows in how I do it"
Joan, what got my attention was not the glorious foliage. It was those Milking Devons. It's a breed I'm not familiar with, and now I want to learn more. Thanks for your series!
Mike in Tucson
Joan, What a beautiful trip and pictures and story ! The colours are so gorgeous and I loved seeing all of the little stops you made along the way....the oval house is certainly something unique and interesting.
The slide show was very appealing also and I think you should have a sideline business going as a travel writer...
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Jo
Hi Jo...you must have pretty good foliage where you are? It was not as bright this year as it has been some others.
Don't you love that house! I had never seen anything like it. Especially in the middle of nowhere!
Hi Carole...I think Mother may be the original planner of Feng Shui...ya think?
I love to travel...but I think I have changed carrer's for the last time! Now I just want to do it!LOL
Your Sunday morning tours are marvelous. Thanks for another great trip through New Hampshire country side.
when people ask me what new hampshire is like the only response that makes sense is that
new hampshire is just like, well new hampshire. especially at this time of the year.
these days as i'm walking around most days wearing red sox/patriots gear i get approached a lot.
thanks for the good stuff!
Your welcome Jay...Let me guess,Patriots shirt and red sox hat? That must be quite a sight!
Glad you enjoyed the show!
Beautiful photos Joan. I saw those same sites taking a buyer client out in the Rochester, Barrington, Somerworth, NH area. He truly appreciated it too being from Tennessee. Thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it Loretta...We do the tour every year nd I think it's because my parents did th same thing and made us all go (kicking and screming).
Glad to bring up some happy memories!
Brian..glad you checked out the link. Good weather and gas prices allowing I'll be able to do another road trip! Hopefully soon!
If you do get out this way and want any suggestions in a certain are...let me know!
Went to Bath & Haverhill this week, just for pics of Mercy's Garden,Got pics but it was raining so yours are better than mine. I will add them to the books I am doing for my grandchildren about their kin. I am a former Harriman.
Shirley...how nice of you to contact me! We almost didn't stop there not really being sure what we would find...what a treat!
If you send me your email I would be glad to email you the pictures. There are others I didn'put on the Blog!