In her travel theme post this week, Ailsa says, “It’s always good to be reminded that life doesn’t have to be so complicated.” Above, a scene from mansion-rich Greenwich, CT: An osprey chick enjoying his simple waterfront castle. Below, a cormorant surveys his world from Great Captains Island (we like the simplicity of the day’s palette). And in Mamaroneck Harbor, a seasoned sailor enjoys the sheer pleasure of simply being on the water.

All photos are from Sunday, August 3. A day-long meandering paddle from Larchmont, NY, to Greenwich, CT, and back.

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