Maine Time: Rockland & Reading

UP TO ROCKLAND After several years of good intentions, we finally made the relatively short drive north to Rockland to visit the Farnsworth Art Museum.  Rockland is a charming small town (worth a return visit on a cooler day) and the Farnsworth a gem.  Why did we wait so long to explore it? Focused mainly …

Maine Time: Two Takes on Identity in Life

This week Maine is sunny and Maine is always quiet.  Activity besides reading consists mainly of walks around the neighborhood, trips to the general store, and dinners with friends, punctuated by the occasional movie or boat trip.  Included in this blog are a few photos of the local scene plus reviews of a new documentary …

Maine Time: Reading & Midyear Book Review

The first few foggy days here were perfect for nestling into the couch with a book and that I did.  I spent two entire days just reading!  An absolute treat. SUMMER READING  (Tracking 20 by Sept. 1) #9  My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie Historical novels can be a painless and enjoyable way …

Tidy Potpourri

DINING FIND Thanks to our friend Sue, we finally tried Bridge Street Bistro in Bradenton Beach.  If you just walk by, you’ll see and probably hear a noisy set of diners on the ground floor.  But, if like us, you prefer quiet and a more elegant dining room, then head up to the 3rd floor.  …