Alicia Szostak
Lifestyle & Adventure in New England
Here you’ll find a glimpse into my life through photography, adventures, writing, and everything that inspires me.
the latest: Mount Willard
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Connor and Deanna’s engagement shoot reminded me of why I love my job. I get to meet some of the most amazing people and then capture a special moment in their lives. Even while the plan was for a sunset shoot, the weather gave us heavy fog instead. But they were still positive and made the most out of the evening, with or without a sunset.
Watching Shane and Kelly during their maternity session was the absolute sweetest. I was just meeting them for the first time but I felt like I had known them forever (plus Kelly’s personality and humor were SO relatable to mine, I couldn’t help but laugh at some of our messages back and forth). They were so comfortable together, laughing at themselves and embracing every intimate moment, even when it started to rain. There’s no doubt that they are going to be amazing, loving parents.
I’ve struggled with red, blotchy skin since I was just a tween. I even had bad acne through my high school years, which let’s face it, only makes your life more of a challenge. But I was never the kind of girl that would dish out money to buy the latest trend or high-end brands. I was always a skeptic and believed these products never worked, that it was all just paid advertising and hype. So when I saw the reviews about BioClarity, I was curious…
When your days off align with your best friend’s, you make the most of it and take a road trip. We found ourselves in North Conway, New Hampshire to explore around the town and get some time outside. Echo Lake State Park is one of the many locations nearby that’s perfect for snowshoeing.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ADVENTURE - It’s funny, but having a car loaded with gear makes me feel like the opportunities for adventure are endless…
What do you do when you are visiting Maine in the winter? Go on a snowy adventure! I had such a fun afternoon catching up with old friends while watching their little boy enjoy the magic of a winter wonderland.
25 THINGS TO DO IN MAINE THIS WINTER
My winter bucket list may not be as crazy as I would like it to be but it’s simple. In fact, there are some things on here that will have to wait until next year. But spending time outdoors has always been a huge passion of mine and it’s healthy to have goals. So here are some of my favorite winter activities and ones I want to try…
The Christmas season in Maine can be one of the most beautiful and decorative seasons of the year. From light displays to ice parks, there are plenty of cheerful winter events to see! Every year L.L.Bean in Freeport puts on the most majestic holiday light display in their park. Filled with Christmas trees and lights, they go all out to create a fun and festive atmosphere for the family.
I wish I could emphasize how monumental this moment was for me. After my accident, I was still holding on to the hope that I would someday be hiking 4,000 footers again even with the chronic pain. Then after a couple bad back sprains and a warning from the doctor, I had lost that hope completely. I had already given up running and now this.