Acadia National Park and our journey to Sand Beach on 7/21. Under a crystal-clear sky around 10:30 p.m., we were treated to a stargazer’s delight. Never before had we seen so many stars glistening at once—like a painter’s brush had dotted and splattered thousands of luminous specks across a midnight canvas. The sheer brilliance of… Continue reading Stars, Stars and More Stars 7/21
Just for Fun…Where are the Moose?
Pam’s joy for driving also amused her while traveling through Maine seeing along the highway multiple posted alerts for Moose crossings. I have read that Moose are common in Maine, as evidenced on the number of signs noted along the highways. As noted on Google, Maine has the largest moose population in the continental US.… Continue reading Just for Fun…Where are the Moose?
Bar Island Land Bridge
An interesting must do if in Bar Harbor, catch the right time and you have an opportunity to walk the land bridge. With only a short 3 hour window of time make sure you watch your time. 1.5 hours before and after low tide gets you the chance to walk on the gravel, see what… Continue reading Bar Island Land Bridge
Thurston’s Lobster Pound
Well, we learned a lot from our innkeepers son, Bill about lobsters. It seems as a young lad, Bill worked at Thurston’s Lobster Pound, a family owned business dating back 5 generations. He would get up after midnight and be on a lobster boat in the waters at 3:30am, bringing lobsters to the docks. We… Continue reading Thurston’s Lobster Pound
Cadillac Mountain- Early to rise for a breathtaking moment
Featured photo by Pam Sunrise majesty at its finest. To witness the first light of day from the easternmost point on the North Atlantic seaboard is nothing short of breathtaking. We rose at 2:30 a.m., fueled by coffee and anticipation, camera gear and took a brisk walk into town to meet our pre-booked 4:30 am… Continue reading Cadillac Mountain- Early to rise for a breathtaking moment
A day in the life of the Strawbery Banke Museum – Portsmouth, NH
July 16, 2025 Just steps from the Sailmakers House Inn, where we stayed, and right around the block, we found ourselves immersed in the story of a neighborhood called Puddle Dock. This outdoor history museum offers a remarkable glimpse into more than 350 years of neighborhood evolution—a living tapestry of American life. This was a… Continue reading A day in the life of the Strawbery Banke Museum – Portsmouth, NH
Bar Harbor Shore Path
What made our stay so memorable was the charm of the town and the perfect location of our inn. From our doorstep, we could walk in any direction and discover delightful spots—scenic views of Acadia National Park, summer tourists like us enjoying 70 degrees with sunshine and clean air, and the soothing rhythm of waves… Continue reading Bar Harbor Shore Path
2025 Trip to Mt. Desert Island / Bar Harbor ME, via Portsmouth NH
In July 2025, we took a 9 day trip to Bar Harbor, Maine. Since it is an 8-10 hour drive, we decided to stay for two nights about half way between, in Portsmouth NH, right on the border of Maine. Portsmouth seemed like a neat little town to visit, and we were not disappointed. Stay… Continue reading 2025 Trip to Mt. Desert Island / Bar Harbor ME, via Portsmouth NH
Don’t Worry Be Happy
I was always “too cool” to enjoy this song, but I really appreciate it right now. Never realized Robin Williams was in here. RIP. Also, Bill Irwin (still alive): This warms my heart every time it comes around on the photo frame: These too 🙂
Penny’s Toys
These are Penny’s toys: This is Penny’s favorite toy: