I was taking a walk the other day around the neighborhood. It was one of those early spring days in Maine, that is warmer than one would expect it to be, with my jacket around my waist and the sun lightly warming up my soul. I happened to look over and saw this little stream thatContinue reading “Spring Has Sprung in Maine!”
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Get to know Old Dogs New Digs – A Non-Profit Founded In Maine
In a cozy, warm living room Tala, a 9 year old hound dog snuggles on a couch with a large Flemish Giant Rabbit named Quinn. It’s a sweet sight, that you certainly don’t witness every day. Looking at these two, you would never guess that they are both rescue animals that had recently met andContinue reading “Get to know Old Dogs New Digs – A Non-Profit Founded In Maine”
A Year of the Pandemic in Maine
This week marks one year of the first case of Covid-19 in Maine. I remember the weeks leading up to this moment, you could feel this thick layer of apprehension in the air. We all knew other states were being hit, and it was just a matter of time before it came here. I rememberContinue reading “A Year of the Pandemic in Maine”
Hope Is In The Fresh Air – Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary
This weekend the weather here in Maine, was up and down – per usual of Maine. Saturday, we were stuck inside all day with cloudy, rainy weather. That is enough to make this “work from home/remote learning day teacher/housekeeper/family manager” ready to get us outside and get us some fresh air as soon as we could. Sunday,Continue reading “Hope Is In The Fresh Air – Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary”
Cross Country Skiing On The Coast Of Maine
I wrapped work up early today and headed to Portland Headlight inside Fort Williams Park located at 1000 Shore Road in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. We’ve all been to this park during warmer months for birthday parties, picnics, or just to play the role of tourist for a day, but the time to really go to thisContinue reading “Cross Country Skiing On The Coast Of Maine”
Island Dog Brewing – Capturing The Maine Way of Life
Before the holidays, I sat down with the owners of Island Dog Brewing, which is located at 125 John Roberts Road, in South Portland, Maine. We talked about all sorts of things related to their business. My focus was on how local breweries were getting through as the Pandemic rages on – but truth is, weContinue reading “Island Dog Brewing – Capturing The Maine Way of Life”
A Perfect Maine Summer
I grew up in a little town outside of Bangor, Maine. I didn’t realize it as a child, but growing up here was more than the word ‘special’ offers. When summer vacation would start, my brother Chris, and I would run from the school bus, all the way down our long, dirt driveway, eager toContinue reading “A Perfect Maine Summer”
Welcome to The Maine Way of Life!
Thank you for stopping by! This blog combines my love of writing and my love for the state of Maine. I have lived in Maine my entire life, moving around to various parts of the state over the years. I settled in the Portland area 15 years ago after college graduation. I was raised inContinue reading “Welcome to The Maine Way of Life!”
