My Hudson Valley guide.

AKA: Come see me this weekend!

We’ll start with some very good news: Last week, I finished another new draft of the book I’ve been writing on and off since 2020. I couldn’t guess what number draft it is, exactly, but I can tell you it’s my third full draft since November 2023. It’s been hard and rewarding work. I couldn’t even begin to predict how many more years of work will go into said book, but at this very moment… I feel proud of myself! So we’re going with that.

Having said that, I can now confidently say that I generally do not recommend publishing a book and trying to finish one at the same time. But that’s what June was for me. I think I experienced the supercharged version of every possible emotion. But as of last week, the end was very much in sight when it came to this draft, so I really pushed myself to just finish the damn thing. In doing that, I inadvertently forgot to get you a Desk Tour on time. So guess what? This week you’re getting two posts, starting with today’s guide to the Hudson Valley. Sta…