Greetings, friends. As my mom and I are gathering thoughts for this article, we are sitting and shivering on our screened-in porch on this fine June morning. Brrr. I think we are going from winter straight to winter.
Thrifty Good Food Juicy Pork Chops, Citrusy Lentils and Peach Muffins
The merry month of June has arrived on our calendars with graduations assuring that Edward Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance” heads all charts for the most played music of the month. Felix Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March” probably comes in as a close second.
THE HARDEST GOODBYE
One of the most important lessons I’ve ever learned is that life is full of ups and downs and twists and turns. You truly never know what tomorrow will bring.
Characters of the County: Oh, The Places Chauncey Erskine Has Gone
Beyond travel is adventure, at least according to Chauncey Erskine, who has been an English teacher around the globe, traveled Southeast Asia on a motorbike, started a couple of successful businesses in Lincoln County, and been a ski instructor in Japan.
HUMBLE & KIND
When I was a kid, my family had a swing set in our backyard. It is by far one of my favorite things from my childhood.
Skidompha Skoop
First, thank you to everyone who showed up at our summer read kickoff!! We had an incredible crowd celebrate with us and pick up their bingo cards. I was in Boston that day, but stories and pictures reveal a day of fun, interest in reading, and love of the smoothie bike!
Characters of the County: With Art and Community, Peter Bruun Knocks Down the Walls of Stigma
Peter Bruun, an artist, art teacher, and director of the nonprofit Studio B, has spent much of his career using art to process and illuminate relevant community issues.
Triathlon Training Tips with Sarah
Start to get excited for the Pemaquid Beach Triathlon, hosted by Bristol Parks and Recreation and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust. The triathlon is on Sunday, Aug. 24. Eleven weeks to go! Until then, I will be writing weekly articles providing training tips for the beginner triathlete.
ON THE TOPIC OF HORIZONS
Welcome back June, we missed you.
Characters of the County: Living the Good Life with Frank Lowell
Frank Lowell lives in the barn on the property his parents left to him on Route 215 in Jefferson. The handsome looking white farmhouse next to the barn is vacant, as Lowell has crafted a comfortable apartment for himself on the barn’s second floor.
Round Pond
For many years B.J. and Roy Hudson hung the flags up and down the village in time for Memorial Day. After Roy passed, B.J. took on Michael Taillon as his flag helper. Finally the rain stopped on Sunday so that they could hang all 23 mounts and flags to the phone poles. Unfortunately every year so many of them get torn down by large trucks hauling boats, cars, etc., which cannot be helped. The Round Pond Village Improvement Society funds the flags.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Public participation is having a moment.
Characters of the County: Gerry Gamage is a Devoted Son of Southport
For almost all of his life, Gerry Gamage has made his living in and around his hometown of Southport. A builder by trade, Gamage has fished commercially and built houses and additions, but derives from tending to floats, boats, and cottages.
Skidompha Skoop
I am filling in for Matthew today, and was delighted to realize that it is Sherlock Holmes Day! What is that, you ask? Well, every year on May 22, readers around the world mark Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s birthday with a bit of a tribute to his most famous creation: the great detective himself, Sherlock Holmes.
Bringing Food Home Time To Visit The Market!
Last week was the opening day for some of our farmers markets and we are so grateful to be part of these communities. The opening of outdoor markets is one of the most exciting signs of spring and summer, and such a great way to connect after the winter. Now, more than ever, is a time to support our local farmers and come together in community. Going to a farmers market is one of the best ways to do just that.
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