Living in eastern Massachusetts, I am in close proximity to bucolic Martha’s Vineyard and yet I don’t get there very often. When I do go, I make promises to myself that I will return soon. It really is quite perfect- an island – that alone …
A charming, waterfront town on Penobscot Bay with a vibrant downtown, Belfast is walkable, comfortable and full of interesting architecture, art and history in a very relaxed, low key setting. I happened upon their Classic Small Boat show as a part of the Belfast Harbor …
Sunsets make me think. It’s not that I don’t think during other hours of the day (phew), but the meditative process of watching the sun setting. Another day gone. Promises for tomorrow. Firth of Forth sunset a few years ago…one of my all time favorite …
I am a chronic rearranger. For as long as I can remember I have rearranged furniture, reorganized stuff, shuffled, moved, and then in some cases, put it all back where it was originally in the same day. Not exactly sure why I do this, but …
Late last summer I visited Salt Water Farm in Lincolnville, Maine again, but this time for one of their farm dinners. My prior visit was to attend one of the much hailed cooking classes at the farm. I wrote about it here. Curated, hosted, planned, …
I love ferries. This is one of my favorite views as the Nantucket bound ferry departs Hyannis Harbor.
On a recent visit to Rockland, Maine I noodled about on the breakwater hoping to reach Rockland Harbor Breakwater Light. The waves crashing up on the rocks as the tide was coming in made for slippery footing and soon to be treacherous conditions. I chickened …
On a beautiful, Sunday afternoon last weekend I noodled south to charming Bristol, Rhode Island for the British Motorcar Festival-a low key, laid-back car show featuring some fantastic cars on the scenic grounds of Colt State Park overlooking the ocean. I love cars. Always have. …
Craving some sun on this first day of spring. This little yellow scooter I spotted last summer parked in front of the Chatham Beach & Tennis Club definitely gives the right vibe.
Over the winter holidays, I spent a few days in London. The past few visits have been busy with work, or just passing through, but this trip was more touristy, hitting some of the big venues. The mobs were a bit challenging, but the easy …