We've had a fantastic five days in New England. We're now in Camden, Maine after a great weekend with friends in Hummarock, Mass south of Boston. First, let me report that the temperature has been in the 60s at night and the 70s during the day here in Maine. What a relief.
Our stay with the Doyles in Hummarock was highlighted by great runs on the beach. Mom and Dad partied like crazy Friday and Saturday night with the Corrys, Doyles, and Kammermans, all old friends from our Norwalk days. Sunday night Mom and Dad feasted at the Bridgewaye Inn near the Doyles, Dad said the lobster was "spectacular."
On Monday we left for Portland, Maine and had a nice lunch with Dad's niece, Maggie Jackson, their kids Alexander and Acy, and hubby, Chris.
Next stop was Freeport, Maine, where we shopped at the flagship retail complex of L.L. Bean. This place is amazing...five different mega-stores featuring the full line of Bean sportswear, camping gear, canoe and other water gear. Mom bought me a snazzy new Bean dog collar, with the black lab profile, I believe the artist's name is Steve Hunek; he does all the dog graphics. We "boondocked" in the Bean parking lot that night after a great Italian dinner. Boondocking is where you're on your own, with no power or water hook-up. I stayed home with Becky and Enzo, the Kings' two dogs. Oh yes, we're now hooked up with Linda and Dick King (Dataw buddies) on our trek to Nova Scotia.
Our next stop during the day on Tuesday was Rockland, Maine, where Mom and Dad toured the Andrew Wyeth collection. All three Wyeths are featured at the museum...what a treat! Mom and Dad had lunch at a local cafe famous for their lobster club sandwich which beat Bobby Flay's version in a "throwdown." Delecious!
Then we joined the Kings outside of Camden, Maine at a state park camp ground. Then things got crazy. We first went over to Jim and Cathy Kinsella's beautiful home in Camden, where we parked the dogs. Jim and Cathy have a home on Dataw. Mom and Dad boarded their boat for a great tour around the local Camden waters. We then returned for drinks with the Hascombs (Steven and Loi), also part time Dataw residents. The Hascomb home is right on Penobscot Bay with spectacular views. Meanwhile, I had escaped the Kinsella home; desparately needing a potty break. I opened one door by pushing up on the handle, and then opened a screen door. Mom and Dad found me out in the drive way. The other dogs didn't make it out. Needless to say, Mom and Dad were relieved that I stuck around. Where's the trust? Then Mom and Dad joined the Kinsellas for dinner at a cafe overlooking Camden harbor...they say it was fantastic!
So now it's Wednesday mroning and we leave for Belfast later this morning! I just finished a long hike with Becky and Enzo; and I'm bushed...on to Belfast!
Sorry Jasmine. Woody didn't see this latest post. I am glad you are keeping us informed about your great adventure!
ReplyDeleteI wrote in an earlier comment that you need to watch out for ticks. Remember, I caught Lyme Disease from my trip to Nantucket.
Have a lobster for me, and think of your poor old friends here in Beaufort...we're dying of the heat.
Take care, my friend, and keep an eye out for a cute male golden for me. Tucker is only interested in is goddam tennis balls!
xoxo
Jenny
Hi Jenny; thanks for the heads up on deer ticks; fortunately I had my shots so I should be OK. Have been rolicking with Enzo and Becky; diving in the ocean has been the best...can't wait to see you again in September. L-Jasmine
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