Harpswell Naturalist: Go west!
"Peace and quiet and open air / Wait for us, somewhere," say the poignant lyrics from the "West Side Story" song "Somewhere," by Stephen Sondheim and Leonard Bernstein. Talk about a genius collaboration!
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Lost on a Loop Trail: Zot!
The first period comes to an end and the hockey players for both teams skate off the ice. The Zamboni sluggishly comes out of its den and I close my eyes, nod off, and dream I am having a sleepover with college mascots.
Never Not Amazed: Strategy time
OK, everyone, pull up a chair. Make sure to grab slippers and hot drinks in hand-warming mugs. Don't rush. We've got lots of time. When the sun rises after 7 a.m. and sets at 4 p.m., signals get confused and it can feel like midnight by dinnertime, but it's not.
Thinking in Public: I ain’t eatin’ that nasty stuff
I admit that I'm not a health nut. That's not a big surprise to those of you who know me, but along with my disdain for most vegetables, I have an equal level of contempt for well-meaning attempts to get me to "just try it." I've already tried it; that's how I know I don't like it.
Thinking in public: Jury duty … again
I've been called for jury duty a number of times and in several states. The last time I was notified of my opportunity to enjoy one of the fruits of living in this great republic, I was in San Diego County, California, in the summer of 2000.
Lost on a Loop Trail: Car wash slots
I am playing the slots at my local car wash. A single turn comes with each purchase, and now apples, bananas, lemons, oranges and cherries are zipping up and down on the touch screen next to my car window.
Never Not Amazed: Have you seen Santa?
I met Santa Claus. I don't mean I chatted with a mall Santa or gave coins to a well-meaning bell ringer. I mean, I met Santa — THE Santa. In fact, I see him all the time.
Harpswell’s Private Chef: Old-fashioned jelly cake
As the holiday season begins, there's a certain magic in the air. The days grow shorter, the air grows cooler, and everything feels just a little more festive. For many of us, Christmas is a time for reflection, a time to slow down and savor moments with family, friends, and, of course, food.
Cooking at 43° North: Keeping with tradition
My husband and I recently upgraded our heating system. When they came to remove the large oil tank, we were informed that it had to be cut up and removed in sections.
Harpswell Naturalist: The redpolls
What is in a name? Shakespeare wrote that "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." 1960s personality psychologist Gordon Allport stated that "the most important anchorage to our self-identity throughout life remains our own name."
