CAMDEN

This post is longggg over due. A few months ago, when the sun still shone past four o'clock, we were able to get away for a mini vacation two hours north along the coast. Our week was filled with plenty of wine, homemade pasta, a sunset sail, a hike with a stunning view, kayaking, a lot of eating out, quality time with the best people... I could go on but I'll just let the photos speak for themselves...

 

 

CASCO BAY FERRY RIDE

I’ve discovered a secret! Well, it’s really not a secret to the locals (or even tourists) but a few weeks ago I took the ferry on a sunset tour around Casco Bay. Don’t ask me how I’ve lived in Maine for nearly two years and am just now finding out about this! Christin and I set out one balmy evening in search of the ferry docks. For a minimal fee you get to hop on the ferry and take a 3 hour ride around the islands dotting the bay.

There is a mad dash when the gate opens of people trying to get prime seating on the benches in the front of the boat. However, if you walk to the back you can spread out a blanket and practically have the whole thing to yourself (views and all!) As two girls who love to eat, we naturally came prepared with a picnic including one of the best lobster rolls I've found in Maine, fried brussels sprouts drizzled with sriracha aoli, and truffle fries all from Milly's Skillet washed down with a bottle of Pinot Gris.

As the cool ocean breeze took over we slipped on some warmer layers and took in the sights. Boats bobbed in the bay while seagulls swooped overhead. 

Watching as the sun dipped down below the horizon painting the sky ablaze with fiery oranges and golds and finally fading into the palest of pinks as twilight emerged.

The perfect end to a classic Maine evening with a great friend!

DECIDING ON "HOME"

It's an interesting thing putting down roots somewhere. I think, overall, the process was very organic for A and I. After having lived in North Carolina for nearly three years it was clear that New England was where we were meant to be. It's where we were born, it's where we grew up, where we fell in love... It's where our families live and it's where we want to raise our children. 

Even though both of us had only been to Maine a handful of times we decided it was the place we wanted to settle down. There is something about the rocky shores and moody sea that really draws me in. I find it peaceful to walk barefoot on the beach, watching my footprints fade into the waves while the taste of the salty air lingers on my lips. 

And then, of course, there are the beautiful mountains. Life without mountains would be so unfortunate, I think. Being surrounded by pine trees, inhaling their deep, earthy scent is something my soul craves. Life without mountains is not a life I choose. 

So there you have it! Maine happens to be a lovely marriage of the two. Maine makes sense.

P.S. Hello blog world- it's good to be back!