Outdoors
Reputable clothing companies
July 13, 2009
K. asked: "I was wondering if you might post, some time, on information you've gleaned about reputable clothing companies. I'm not sure where to start in learning about which companies I should/shouldn't be supporting... Anyways, I'm sure there are others, like myself, who'd love to hear more on this topic." ...
Camping at Grand Manan Island
July 12, 2009
Last weekend we went camping on Grand Manan island off the coast of New Brunswick, Canada with my parents. Grand Manan is a gorgeous place. This is one of the few places and campgrounds we've been where we've said "we'd come back here". There is so much natural beauty everywhere ...
Thoughts from "being there": Our island weekend
July 7, 2009
It seems a shame that after a 5 day trip away from home I only have time to write one measly post about our getaway. I have too much else to share this week to spend any more time than that remembering in words our wonderful extended weekend. (More photos ...
More strawberries and a summer haiku
July 3, 2009
We're gone this weekend. Camping on island off the coast of New Brunswick, Canada. Listening to whales, hiking for hours, sitting around the fire, a tent site overlooking the ocean. Or at least this is what I imagine it will be like as I write this the night before we ...
Knitting at the ocean
June 14, 2009
We took a walk today in the woods at Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park in Freeport. After our walk we had a picnic lunch on the rocky Casco Bay shore. What a lovely spot for a lovely day. We visit this park every six months or so. The last time ...
Come camping with us
June 6, 2009
We love camping. We love meeting people, hanging out with old friends and making new friends. So hey, why don't you join us for a weekend of camping? You don't even have to shower in the woods. Though you may if you like. Get all the trip details here.
Our weekend camping and summer arrives
May 26, 2009
Our first camping trip of the season on Memorial Day weekend always seems to kick off summer. This weekend we swam (well the kids did - have you noticed kids aren't the least bit affected by cold water), climbed mountains, slept under the stars (in the tent), ate every meal ...
