52 this morning and rain. No morning walk unless it stops soon.
My “handle” according to Security here is
“D-Train” 🚄…….no explanation
Spent the entire day at Top Cottage, President Roosevelt’s retreat on Dutchess Hill. The NPS offers 3 tours daily, and I stayed for all 3 with Ranger Victor.
First we took the Roosevelt Ride (bus) to Poughkeepsie Train station to pick up folks coming up from NYC
It was such a pleasure to listen to Victor tell delightful stories about FDR and his cottage. Victor is a natural storyteller with infinite knowledge. I am in awe.
Tour groups stood inside in the living room to listen and ask questions.
And then outside to the porch which FDR really loved but it was 50 degrees today with strong wind, but we had to see the view.
Victor on Top Cottage porch. What an amazing storyteller.
I got a special tour to see the caretaker’s quarters on the north end, and the spooky stairs down to basement.
The house has none of the original furnishing and only the living room has any furniture and those pieces are reproductions. But FDR’s bathroom has the original fixtures. And being there all day, I did use the facilities.
Notice that the mirror is lower to accommodate his use from his wheelchair.
Notice that there are no grab bars along the tub
Top Cottage remains my favorite place on this entire site. Simplicity and Serenity.
Rosy Ramblings 