West of Albany

Amsterdam Castle

Amsterdam Castle

When I tell you to imagine Amsterdam, NY, do you immediately think of a castle? Yeah, I didn’t either but this castle in Amsterdam is something to see. Imagine the Hogwarts Great Hall in Upstate NY because this is as close as we’re gonna get.

Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine

Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine

Whenever I think of Auriesville, I think of, what I call, the “Kateri Shrine.” I finally had a chance to visit and it’s much more than a shrine to one person.

Saint Kateri National Shrine and Historic Site

Saint Kateri National Shrine and Historic Site

My confirmation name is Kateri and though my relationship with religion has since changed, I’ve always had a connection to her. I’ve visited the Auriesville Shrine a few times but did you know Saint Kateri has her own shrine just a few minutes away?

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site

As you know by reading this, I’m always looking for something to do but sometimes, I forget that the thing to do can just be to enjoy the outdoors. So, I decided to cross something off my list that’s been there for a while, the…

Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook Bridge

Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook Bridge

Want a stroll by the water but Lake George is too far of a commitment? Have you been to the Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook Bridge in Amsterdam?

Getting Some Work Done at Mohawk Coworks

Getting Some Work Done at Mohawk Coworks

With more people working remotely since COVID, sometimes your house can be too distracting. So, I gave a local coworking space a try to see if it’ll help me focus.