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Chappaquiddick – The “Other” Island
Jul 30 2009
I have developed a routine. Not so shocking for those of you who know me. Each afternoon or early evening, I’ll pack up my daughter into the backpack and we will walk to the harbor. We will feed the swan, should he appear and watch the boats. “Boats! Boats, boats, boats!” she chirps in my [...]
In Praise of the Ocean
Jul 23 2009
The ocean is a marvelous place. It is literally a place of marvels. People travel from deep in the interior sections of a continent just to spend a few days in its proximity. As they near it, their hearts – if not their voices – resonate with that of William Clark who cried at his [...]
Martha’s Vineyard Beaches
Jul 20 2009
Now that the weather is finally nice enough to merit a visit to the beach I am struck by the vast number of choices I have. Martha’s Vineyard has over 125 miles of coastline so there’s plenty to go around and lots of different atmospheres to enjoy. My beach selection usually depends on my mood. [...]
My Sweet Spot on Martha’s Vineyard
Jul 6 2009
I suppose everyone has their favorite Vineyard spot. For some, it’s a place to appreciate the beauty of creation and be alone with their thoughts. The less contemplative among us might, to lift a line from Ms. Lauper, “just wanna have fun” and so seek out a more active corner of the Island. At the [...]
The Sunny Side of a Rainy Day
Jun 22 2009
Fed up with the rain? Me too! I am hard-pressed to remember a spring so chilly and dank. Looking in my closet for yet another sweater to wear, I wonder if the sundresses and sandals will see the light of day this year. But then I gaze out my windows, and if I can force [...]




