One of the many reasons that I love what I am doing right now is that I get to travel frequently to Cambridge, my favorite city in Massachusetts. I take the train into South Station, Boston and then I walk all the way to Harvard Square. It takes me about 90 minutes.
I thought you all would enjoy some of the sights I see when I am walking through Kendall Square Cambridge.
First of all, there’s the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). I feel so smart walking around MIT.
As you walk further down the street, you can still smell the Necco wafers, from the old Necco Factory that is now a Novartis Building. I love Necco wafers!
The Cuchi Cuchi Restaurant is quite a sight to see. Only in Cambridge would such a colorful restaurant fit right in.
The cute little park in the middle of a busy street. I have no idea of the significance of the vine like balls hanging in the trees.
This is just a sampling of what I see on my walk to Harvard Square. You sure don’t see these kinds of things in the suburb where I live!
What areas around you have interesting sights?
Richard
December 16, 2015
What areas around you have interesting sights? There are lots of hidden gems in the Isle of Man.
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Nancy Loderick
December 21, 2015
Hi Richard,
Thanks for the info about the Isle of Man. I love visiting new places and looking at the sights, especially while I’m walking.
Nancy
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Richard
December 21, 2015
Lots of good walks on the island, especially on the West & the North East.
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Ken Loderick
December 16, 2015
You blog reminds me of when I worked in Cambridge. I always looked forward to my lunch time walks, including over to the MIT student center where I would get a healthy lunch at their Burger King. Ah, the good old days! π
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Nancy Loderick
December 21, 2015
Well Mr. Ken,
I would not say that the words “Burger King” and “healthy lunch” really go together.
It’s funny, back when you worked in Cambridge, you somehow forgot to mention the fact that you had lunch at Burger King. . .
Nancy
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sdalton43
December 16, 2015
A relatively short ride on the “T” – Blue Line to Green Line to Red Line – will bring me to Cambridge as well, Nancy; and, it is indeed a fascinating place. Honestly though, I prefer more open spaces. My town, for example, is home to a stunningly beautiful walking path around the perimeter of the Deer Island waste water treatment plant. If you and Mr. Ken ever get the chance, it’s well worth the trip, especially during the summer. Here’s a link to further information: http://www.nps.gov/boha/learn/historyculture/facts-deer.htm
Blessings,
Steve
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Nancy Loderick
December 21, 2015
Hi Steve,
Thanks for the info on Deer Island. I have always wanted to explore that place. You have given me the perfect excuse!
May you have a Blessed Christmas week,
Nancy
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Bea dM
December 16, 2015
Your post reminded me of my short holiday last summer in Somerville-Boston-Cambridge, so I guess you really choose to walk, ’cause we went on buses and trains! Rome has various lovely parks, but on weekdays we’re all too busy rushing around trying to get somewhere π
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Nancy Loderick
December 21, 2015
Hi Bea,
There is nothing like to going to a new city to see the sights. You can appreciate them more than the people who live there and see these things all of the time.
Nancy
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Rajagopal
December 17, 2015
I have only heard of MIT whereas your narrative here features its haloed precincts together with sidelights like eateries and parks within close proximity. I am reminded of my recent visit to Johannesburg (South Africa) where I spent a three month period. My matutinal walks were mostly around the road leading to St Mary’s and Waverly Girls’ schools located on either side of the road, the sides of which were beautifully lined with jacaranda trees. The trees in full bloom and the students scattered around the playgrounds during morning recess presented a glorious sight… Being at the end of the year, I like to take this opportunity, Nancy, to wish you happy holidays and another great year ahead…ciao.
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Nancy Loderick
December 21, 2015
Hi Raja,
Thanks for sharing the sights on your walk in Johannesburg!
Nancy
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Judith Brady
December 23, 2015
Nancy, maybe sometime we could explore Deer Island together? Just a thought!
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Nancy Loderick
December 23, 2015
Hi Miss Judi,
Great idea! If the weather stays as mild as it has been, we could do this sooner rather than later!
Nancy
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roughwighting
January 8, 2016
Hi! Glad I found you via Social Bridge. I now live in the suburbs a 40 min drive away from Cambridge. My guy attended MIT many many moons ago, and when we were living in CA we’d stay at Kenmore Square and walk around his ole stomping grounds, and spend lots of time in Harvard Square too. Our daughter received her MA at Harvard, so we even got to attend a graduation there. You’re so right – there’s a juxtaposition of buildings/people/atmosphere that is awkward and seemingly off center, but somehow works.
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Nancy Loderick
January 8, 2016
Hi,
Thanks for your comment. You have very aptly described the Cambridge scene – there is nothing quite like it anywhere else!
Nancy
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Holistic Wayfarer
January 19, 2016
Been there several times. Have friends out of Harvard, both undergrad and grad. Lovely place.
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Nancy Loderick
January 19, 2016
Hi there,
Thanks for your comment. There is something unique and special about Cambridge.
Nancy
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