Vanity license plates tell fun tales in my Maine village.

Pizza, Fitbits, Honey Nuts, even an original work by Picasso — Costco cuts a wide merchandising swath.

Watching the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as our 45th President, I couldn't help but reminisce on an event I attended 55 years ago. 

I woke up December 30 lying next to an 80 year old man.  OMG!

A New Year's Day tradition in Maine!

Christmas is the best time of the year!  

Christmas has always been about "wishing."  And it still is.

A little plastic reindeer decorated by my mom six decades ago is one of my most cherished Christmas ornaments.

From wreaths to flannel pjs, maple syrup to down vests, L.L. Bean is my main merchandiser.

Heading home for Thanksgiving in Maine!