@ Flag of Connecticut Tuffe begins his 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 Yozaria.
Tuffe shook paws with Yozaria the Meerkat. 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 Choose a name.
Tuffe shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
Choose a name gave you 1 "Navy Flower Power Egg" FULL SIZE
@ Stone Fench, Litchfied, CT “I could stay here forever, Tuffe,” said Ms Stinkerbelle. “This is an amazing place!” “Well, you never know what lies ahead, Ms Stinkerbelle. I wouldn't be surprised if the next stop is even better!” said Tuffe. 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 Ms Stinkerbelle.
Tuffe shook paws with Ms Stinkerbelle the Baby Skunk. They both received one silver mole!
@ Pumpkin Patch, Connecticut Noah Webster, the author of one of the first American dictionaries, lived in West Hartford, Connecticut. 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 Midnight Majesty.
Tuffe shook paws with Midnight Majesty the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ State Capitol Building, CT "It's turned a bit hot, Tuffe. I'm going to put my sunhat on," said Enterbeauty a name for this pet. "Good scheme! I'll dig mine out as well," said Tuffe. 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 Enterbeauty a name for this pet.
Tuffe shook paws with Enterbeauty a name for this pet the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
Enterbeauty a name for this pet and you found 5 Travel Tokens!
@ Chapman Falls, Devil's Hopyard State Park, CT “I could stay here forever, Tuffe,” said Esmeralda. “This is an amazing place!” “Well, you never know what lies ahead, Esmeralda. I wouldn't be surprised if the next stop is even better!” said Tuffe. 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 Esmeralda.
Tuffe shook paws with Esmeralda the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ East Haddam Bridge, CT “Oh hello, Tuffe!” cried Ginny. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Turkey a couple of months ago? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!” 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 Ginny.
Tuffe shook paws with Ginny the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Thimble Island, CT “Oh hello, Tuffe!” cried Kame-san. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Turkey a couple of months ago? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!” 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 Kame-san.
Tuffe shook paws with Kame-san the Introvurtle. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rings End Bridge, Darien, CT "Our tour leader was saying this morning that although English is the most widely spoken language of the USA, more than 350 other languages are spoken regularly, the most common being Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese and French," remarked Zuri. "Wow! That's impressive!" replied Tuffe. 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 Zuri.
Tuffe shook paws with Zuri the Lilac Daydream Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Connecticut River, CT Tuffe and Brigit had shaken paws and took some time to enjoy the super view in a companionable silence! 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 Brigit.
Tuffe shook paws with Brigit the Bashful Badger. They both received one silver mole!
@ Fire Escape, Bridgeport, CT The smallest natural waterfall in America, Mill Pond Falls, is located in Newington, Connecticut. 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 Princess.
Tuffe shook paws with Princess the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rural Barn, Connecticut “Oh hello, Tuffe!” cried Jewels. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Turkey a couple of months ago? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!” 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 Jewels.
Tuffe shook paws with Jewels the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ UBS Building, Connecticut "Would you like a piece of Almond Joy, Tuffe?" queried Shadow. "What is it, Shadow?" askedTuffe. "It's a milk chocolate coated coconut sweet, a bit like a Bounty bar in Britain, but with an almond on top." 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 Shadow.
Tuffe shook paws with Shadow the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Shoreline Reeds, Connecticut “What have you got in your rucksack, VIOLA?” asked Tuffe. “It looks very full!” “I’ve come prepared for anything, Tuffe,” responded VIOLA. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!” 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 VIOLA.
Tuffe shook paws with VIOLA the Purple Panther. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rocky Shoreline, Connecticut “What have you got in your rucksack, Sassy \Mahi?” asked Tuffe. “It looks very full!” “I’ve come prepared for anything, Tuffe,” responded Sassy \Mahi. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!” 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 Sassy \Mahi.
Tuffe shook paws with Sassy \Mahi the Kissy Fish. They both received one silver mole!
@ Saville Dam, Connecticut “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Tuffe,” remarked Safeara. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Tuffe. "To broaden your horizons and so on." 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 Safeara.
Tuffe shook paws with Safeara the Silver Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Walnut Beach, Connecticut Tuffe and Sikandar shook paws, said “How do you do?” and posed for a souvenir photo. “Why am I always on the left?” grumbled Tuffe. “Let’s change sides.” “No,” said Sikandar. “This is my best side.” 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 Sikandar.
Tuffe shook paws with Sikandar the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Clinton Town Marina, Connecticut “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Tuffe,” remarked Casper. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Tuffe. "To broaden your horizons and so on." 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 Casper.
Tuffe shook paws with Casper the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Woodland Stroll, Connecticut “Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Tuffe?” said Bluey~*. "It looks fantastic!" "I'll get my camera ready," said Tuffe. 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 Bluey~*.
Tuffe shook paws with Bluey~* the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Night Scene, Hartford, Connecticut Noah Webster, the author of one of the first American dictionaries, lived in West Hartford, Connecticut. 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 Firefly.
Tuffe shook paws with Firefly the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cove Island, Connecticut Noah Webster, the author of one of the first American dictionaries, lived in West Hartford, Connecticut. 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 Mrs. Dylan.
Tuffe shook paws with Mrs. Dylan the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Stamford Public Library, CT "Would you like a piece of Almond Joy, Tuffe?" queried Sophia. "What is it, Sophia?" askedTuffe. "It's a milk chocolate coated coconut sweet, a bit like a Bounty bar in Britain, but with an almond on top." 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 Sophia.
Tuffe shook paws with Sophia the Snowcat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tranquil Dusk Scene, Connecticut The Hartford Courant in Connecticut is the oldest continually published newspaper in America. 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 precious.
Tuffe shook paws with precious the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Lighthouse, Connecticut The Hartford Courant in Connecticut is the oldest continually published newspaper in America. 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 Violet.
Tuffe shook paws with Violet the Pearl White Peacock. They both received one silver mole!
@ Yantic Falls, Norwich, Connecticut In order for a pickle to be considered a pickle in Connecticut, it must bounce. 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 LoyaLloyd.
Tuffe shook paws with LoyaLloyd the Black Great Dane. They both received one silver mole!
@ Boating Scene, Wethersfield, Connecticut As Tuffe's tour of "Connecticut" comes to an end, he 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! Tuffe has completed his tour of "Connecticut"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour the USA!
While touring the USA, you met Pixie.
Tuffe shook paws with Pixie the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
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