@ Flag of Connecticut Franny begins her tour of Connecticut. Hi, welcome to the Constitution State! Flag of Connecticut The flag of the state of Connecticut consists of a white baroque shield with three grapevines (each bearing three bunches of purple grapes) on a field of azure blue. The banner below the shield reads Qui Transtulit Sustinet ("He who transplanted still sustains"), the state's motto. The Connecticut General Assembly approved the flag in 1897.
While touring the USA, you met Dreamer.
Franny shook paws with Dreamer the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Dunning Lake, Farmington, CT Navy Flower Power Egg The first painted eggs came from Mesopotamia, and because eggs were forbidden food during Lent, people painted eggs while Lent was being observed—after Lent, they would eat the eggs on Easter Day.
Beautifully decorated eggs “pysanka” are associated with Ukraine, and the oldest painted egg that was unearthed in northern Ukraine is dated to the end of the 17th century. Dunning Lake, Farmington, CT The Dunning Sand and Gravel Company—during digging operations—accidentally created this lake. Dunning Lake is now used for private recreation by the Winding Trails (a unique nonprofit organization serving Farmington and surrounding communities dedicated to conservation).
While touring the USA, you met Helga.
Franny shook paws with Helga the Vanilla Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
Helga gave you 1 "Navy Flower Power Egg" FULL SIZE
@ Stone Fench, Litchfied, CT "Would you like a piece of Almond Joy, Franny?" queried Paddy. "What is it, Paddy?" askedFranny. "It's a milk chocolate coated coconut sweet, a bit like a Bounty bar in Britain, but with an almond on top." Stone Fench, Litchfied, CT The stones that form these walls were deposited by the Laurentide Ice Shield 15,000 to 30,000 years ago. Initially, stones for walls were quarried, but In the 18th century, during the “Little Ice Age” stones would rise to the surface, so every spring, the farmers would clear the fields of these stones and take them by hand or cart to add to existing walls or create new barriers.
While touring the USA, you met Paddy.
Franny shook paws with Paddy the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Pumpkin Patch, Connecticut “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Franny,” remarked Flora. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Franny. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Pumpkin Patch, Connecticut It's time for the pumpkin harvest! This field makes a colourful sight in the run-up to Halloween!
While touring the USA, you met Flora.
Franny shook paws with Flora the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ State Capitol Building, CT “Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Franny?” said Eliza. "It looks fantastic!" "I'll get my camera ready," said Franny. State Capitol Building, CT The capitol building in Hartford was designed in the Second Empire style—with its roots in France, a very classic and mathematically symmetrical architecture, and High Victorian Gothic—which includes elements from medieval Egyptian, English, Italian, and French architecture. Construction started in 1871 and was completed in 1879.
While touring the USA, you met Eliza.
Franny shook paws with Eliza the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Chapman Falls, Devil's Hopyard State Park, CT The first automobile law was passed in Connecticut (and the speed limit was only 12 miles per hour). Chapman Falls, Devil's Hopyard State Park, CT The 1,000 (400ha) acre state park features facilities for hiking, fishing, bicycling, picnicking, and camping. The principal feature of the park, Chapman Falls, drops more than 60 feet (18 m) over a series of steps. A lovely place to spend the day.
While touring the USA, you met Hermione.
Franny shook paws with Hermione the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ East Haddam Bridge, CT The first automobile law was passed in Connecticut (and the speed limit was only 12 miles per hour). East Haddam Bridge, CT The length of the swing span, while not the longest in the world, is among the longest spans surviving in the U.S.A., with a swing span of 460 feet. The bridge was opened on June 14, 1913.
While touring the USA, you met Silver.
Franny shook paws with Silver the Silver Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Thimble Island, CT “I could stay here forever, Franny,” said Archie. “This is an amazing place!” “Well, you never know what lies ahead, Archie. I wouldn't be surprised if the next stop is even better!” said Franny. Thimble Island, CT Thimble Island is an archipelago in Long Island Sound on the southeast corner of Brantford, Ct. Known by the Mattabeseck First Nations people as Kuttomquosh, "the beautiful sea rocks." The archipelago consists of a jumble of granite rocks, ledges, and outcroppings resulting from glaciation. Legend has Capt. Kidd burying treasure here, causing a lot of interest amongst treasure hunters.
While touring the USA, you met Archie.
Franny shook paws with Archie the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rings End Bridge, Darien, CT “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Franny,” remarked fresh. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Franny. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Rings End Bridge, Darien, CT This lovely low stone bridge was built in 1930, replacing a steel and wood bridge built in 1825. Originally—from 1708— a grist mill stood on the site.
While touring the USA, you met fresh.
Franny shook paws with fresh the Strawberry Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Connecticut River, CT The smallest natural waterfall in America, Mill Pond Falls, is located in Newington, Connecticut. Connecticut River, CT The Connecticut River is the longest at–406 miles (653 ki) — in the New England region of the United States. The river flows from the Canadian border in Quebec to Long Island Sound, Connecticut. There are more than 3,000 dams along the river, and scientists, at the University of Massachusetts, are working on making this river flow more naturally to benefit wildlife and improve recreational use for people.
While touring the USA, you met Adonis.
Franny shook paws with Adonis the Yellow Maned Pony. They both received one silver mole!
@ Fire Escape, Bridgeport, CT Franny and Faylene had shaken paws and took some time to enjoy the super view in a companionable silence! Fire Escape, Bridgeport, CT Showing the details of a fire escape ladder on a historic building in the warehouse district of Bridgeport.
While touring the USA, you met Faylene.
Franny shook paws with Faylene the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rural Barn, Connecticut Gentle was distracted by the sounds of loud rustling as Franny unfolded a very large tourist map, in the course of which she succeeded in knocking Gentle’s hat off. “Put that away, do!” said Gentle, exasperated. “We’re about to pose beside this amazing scene—the picture will be of your map if you don’t fold it up PDQ!” Rural Barn, Connecticut Since 2004, the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation has been actively working to document barns in the state, as old barns are fast disappearing. There are probably no barns from the 1700s and very few from the 1800s, mostly seen today are from the early 1900s.
While touring the USA, you met Gentle.
Franny shook paws with Gentle the Silver Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ UBS Building, Connecticut Connecticut is home to the first hamburger, Polaroid camera, color television, and helicopter. UBS Building, Connecticut This is the Stamford Cone—at the UBA AG (Swiss Bank) building in Stamford, Connecticut. The Pavillion is 14-meter-high and made entirely of stained glass, designed by British artist, Brian Clarke, built in 2010.
While touring the USA, you met MELODEE.
Franny shook paws with MELODEE the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Shoreline Reeds, Connecticut W Axl Fox was distracted by the sounds of loud rustling as Franny unfolded a very large tourist map, in the course of which she succeeded in knocking W Axl Fox’s hat off. “Put that away, do!” said W Axl Fox, exasperated. “We’re about to pose beside this amazing scene—the picture will be of your map if you don’t fold it up PDQ!” Shoreline Reeds, Connecticut The golden grasses and reeds make a fine display in the sun on this Connecticut shoreline.
While touring the USA, you met W Axl Fox.
Franny shook paws with W Axl Fox the Red Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rocky Shoreline, Connecticut Connecticut's official state song is "Yankee Doodle". Rocky Shoreline, Connecticut Not a sandy shoreline, but plenty of rocks, so do be careful not to turn an ankle if you go wandering about. You could find a nice rock or two for your garden if you are permitted to take a few. The water looks fine, so maybe a spot of fishing?
While touring the USA, you met Selene.
Franny shook paws with Selene the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Saville Dam, Connecticut The Hartford Courant in Connecticut is the oldest continually published newspaper in America. Saville Dam, Connecticut This picturesque little building is the gatehouse of the Saville Dam, also known as the Barkhamsted Dam, which creates the Barkhamsted Reservoir. This reservoir is the primary water source for Hartford, Connecticut. It was named after its creator. Mind you, in this picture it looks a bit like something out of a Harry Potter film!
While touring the USA, you met Ducky.
Franny shook paws with Ducky the Duckling. They both received one silver mole!
@ Walnut Beach, Connecticut It's illegal to walk on your hands in Hartford, Connecticut. Walnut Beach, Connecticut A wonderful place to watch the sunset, go for a swim or walk, or to generally enjoy the pleasant outdoor atmosphere.
While touring the USA, you met Mikey.
Franny shook paws with Mikey the Miner's Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Clinton Town Marina, Connecticut It's illegal to walk on your hands in Hartford, Connecticut. Clinton Town Marina, Connecticut The Clinton Town Marina offers a unique and picturesque setting with a view of Clinton Harbor and has convenient access to Long Island Sound. The marina, known as the "jewel of Clinton" is located in a protected harbor.
While touring the USA, you met Fluffy.
Franny shook paws with Fluffy the Brown Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Woodland Stroll, Connecticut The Hartford Courant in Connecticut is the oldest continually published newspaper in America. Woodland Stroll, Connecticut This is just the place for a good walk in rural nature, combining the benefits of a proper path with the healing calmness of surrounding woodland.
While touring the USA, you met Priya.
Franny shook paws with Priya the Posh Peacock. They both received one silver mole!
@ Night Scene, Hartford, Connecticut Franny and Milk had shaken paws and took some time to enjoy the super view in a companionable silence! Night Scene, Hartford, Connecticut Hartford is one of America's oldest and most historic cities. This splendid colourful night scene with the city lights shining on the Connecticut River shows the Connecticut Science Center, the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art and the Dartford Marriott Downtown, among other notable buildings.
While touring the USA, you met Milk.
Franny shook paws with Milk the Holstein Friesian Calf. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cove Island, Connecticut “A picture of this would look lovely printed on Christmas cards, wouldn't it, Franny?” Kalila said. “It certainly would, Kalila!" said Franny. Cove Island, Connecticut This lone tree is on Cove Island, Long Island Sound in Connecticut. This wintry scene looks to be very bracing in the cold, crisp air!
While touring the USA, you met Kalila.
Franny shook paws with Kalila the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Stamford Public Library, CT Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly) was distracted by the sounds of loud rustling as Franny unfolded a very large tourist map, in the course of which she succeeded in knocking Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly)’s hat off. “Put that away, do!” said Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly), exasperated. “We’re about to pose beside this amazing scene—the picture will be of your map if you don’t fold it up PDQ!” Stamford Public Library, CT Ferguson Library opened its doors at the end of the 19th century, becoming a free public library in 1911. The library was named for John Day Ferguson, who was passionate about education and helped establish and promote the Stamford Public School system.
While touring the USA, you met Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly).
Franny shook paws with Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly) the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly) and you found 5 Travel Tokens!
@ Tranquil Dusk Scene, Connecticut “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Franny,” remarked Wuzzy. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Franny. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Tranquil Dusk Scene, Connecticut The colours of the sky blend from blue, grey and white to turquoise and butter-yellow in this peaceful scene over the water at sunset.
While touring the USA, you met Wuzzy.
Franny shook paws with Wuzzy the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Lighthouse, Connecticut “I could stay here forever, Franny,” said Bella. “This is an amazing place!” “Well, you never know what lies ahead, Bella. I wouldn't be surprised if the next stop is even better!” said Franny. Lighthouse, Connecticut There are 14 active lighthouses and 6 inactive in Connecticut. In many places around the world, automated lighthouses have replaced non-automated ones—in the U.S.A, they are all automated. The solitary nature of the work would not have suited everyone, but for those who relish solitude, it would be a great job.
While touring the USA, you met Bella.
Franny shook paws with Bella the Black Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Yantic Falls, Norwich, Connecticut "Would you like a piece of Almond Joy, Franny?" queried Toothless. "What is it, Toothless?" askedFranny. "It's a milk chocolate coated coconut sweet, a bit like a Bounty bar in Britain, but with an almond on top." Yantic Falls, Norwich, Connecticut As the legend goes, Yantic Falls was a favourite camping spot and battleground for the Mohegan Indians in the 1640s. The Mohegans were in a battle that occurred in the area against the Narragansetts, a major rival tribe. Legend states that during the battle, a group of Narragansetts chose to leap into the turbulent cascades of the chasm of the Yantic River instead of surrendering to the Mohegans. Today, Yantic Falls is part dam and part natural. The main plunge below the dam is approximately 40 feet in height, and the volume of water is one of the most powerful in the state. The river continues through one of the most impressive gorges in the state before ending its descent and relaxing in calmer waters. Above the falls, a pedestrian bridge and a railroad bridge have been constructed, but they do not detract from the rugged scenery. The falls is also sometimes called Norwich Falls, Indian Leap Falls, Uncas Leap Falls, and Upper Falls.
While touring the USA, you met Toothless.
Franny shook paws with Toothless the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Boating Scene, Wethersfield, Connecticut As Franny's tour of "Connecticut" comes to an end, she receives a wonderful gift! Pine Tree, Grey, Overlay You can use this wonderful grey pine trees overlay as a backdrop in your art slides, or in the foreground for your pets to scamper around. Trees, glorious trees, there is always room for more trees in your life and your art. Boating Scene, Wethersfield, Connecticut A pleasant riverside scene in Wethersfield, Connecticut. Here the well-to-do can indulge their love of boating from moorings at the foot of the garden! Franny has completed her tour of "Connecticut"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour the USA!
While touring the USA, you met Marmite.
Franny shook paws with Marmite the Brown Owl. They both received one silver mole!
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