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July 4.

Posted on July 7, 2009 by admin

Happy birthday America. We left the Capital of the World for a trip to Islesford on the Fourth of July. Duncan, Dennis’ grandson, won the watermelon eating contest. The rest of the party indulged in lobster and beach strolling.

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Cherry Blues

Posted on June 1, 2009 by admin

Kingfisher, osprey, Canadian Geese, Labrador gulls, Bald eagles, Cedar waxwings, sunshine but no shad. We came to Cherryfield for an extended deep breath. We sit in the sun, coffees at our sides, it is 7 :30 am. We yoga-ed facing … Continue reading →

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Prom Primp in the Creek

Posted on May 13, 2009 by admin

Gray skies but colorful gowns. Scrambling for bobbi-pins, tangled in curling iron cords, pillaging the jewelry box, it was frenetic and exhausting watching the combined teenage energy of five girls prep for the prom. And completely delightful. Parents milled about … Continue reading →

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Dyed carnations. NO.

Posted on March 20, 2009 by admin

Sickly green and a bit tattered, the green carnations at the market just did not find their way into my basket. But some luscious limes and fleshy green peppers did. How sustainable is that? After we enjoy our centerpiece, we … Continue reading →

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Moonshadows

Posted on March 8, 2009 by admin

Nature Log Thirteen degrees, bright moon low in sky casting long shadows in the crusty snow. A nighttime snowshoe to the harbor, where a sparkling reflection of moonlight made a path on the water, a moonglade it is called. I … Continue reading →

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Sea of Donkeys

Posted on March 6, 2009 by admin

A little detour on the way to work this morning found me in a sea of donkeys. Claire Wallace, owner of Haffas Farm, introduced my to Elvis, Clementine (“cuz she’s a darlin”) and Gladys Done. “She took so long to … Continue reading →

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Snowseats and Cat gets a Name

Posted on March 5, 2009 by admin

The snow that brought Cat into our lives is hanging on. And so was his nameless condition. But he is now named. Thank you all for voting. There were two write-ins, for Shackleton and Winston. Every name was voted for, … Continue reading →

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Candlemas goes up in smoke

Posted on February 4, 2009 by admin

February second is Candlemas, also known as Imbolc, also known as Groundhog Day. Midway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, it is a quarterday. A great holiday, loaded with enough traditions to beg for a party. And while … Continue reading →

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Oysters Oysters Oysters

Posted on September 30, 2008 by admin

Maine Destination: Pemaquid Oyster Festival Oyster Festival, cocktail sauce not allowed. Glidden Point Oysters, firm, crisp, as tangy as the water they were raised in– and as many as I wanted to eat! How many was that? About 16, 12 … Continue reading →

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One clam feeds three

Posted on June 10, 2008 by admin

Yes, clam, singular. Dennis’ grandson Duncan, came by with a mammoth hen clam. And we had a basketful of creamy white oyster mushrooms, picked Saturday. Oyster mushrooms seem to prefer growing on Aspen. We have broadtooth and quaking Aspen, but … Continue reading →

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