What I’m watching.

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In case you need some recommendations.

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There was a lot of buzz about Widow’s Bay though I admit I didn’t jump right in. But liking Matthew Rhye, I eventually decided to give this a whirl. While I’m not sure if I should categorize it as a comedy or a thriller … it’s definitely both, with a cast of quirky characters that grow on you. Slow at the start, it took a few episodes for me to engage, but once I did I was all in. Maybe living on an island helped, idk.

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I was an avid Game of Thrones watcher so when this new series started a few years ago I was there for it. Honestly, seasons one and two left a lot to be desired but I think they’ve finally found their way this time around and season three is filled with intrigue, betrayal and yes… dragons.

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I had high hopes for this political drama but found it a bit disjointed and preachy. DeNiro’s character was wooden, unlovable and a bit of an ass.

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Damon and Affleck are usually a good romp, and if you can get past the gratuitous and unnecessary over use of the word f*ck in the first 20 minutes ( geesh, I’m not a prude but there are other adjectives ) it’s a decent enough movie about crooked cops.

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If you’re not a history buff like me, the battle sequences and strategies might be a little dry. But this 20 part series is as comprehensive a documentary of the war as you’re ever apt to find. Narrated by Hanks, it’s a carefully researched program that brings the true horrors of human conflict to light.

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I loved Yellowstone and was anxiously awaiting the return of Rip and Beth. They didn’t disappoint and the addition of veteran actors Ed Harris and Annette Benning make this new rootin’ tootin’ cowboy show worth watching.

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Bad is good and good is bad in this riveting 4 part limited series. Tucci is quietly amazing as the stone cold, conniving puppet master while Tennant answers the age old question how far would you go for a loved one with heart wrenching angst.

Makes me wish there was a season two.

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A glorious Ocean Point and Boothbay sunset.

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When friends visit from out of state? They want to have dinner on the ocean and take a sunset drive.

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We joined them for a nice meal and then chauffeured them to our favorite spot.

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Ocean Point Drive in East Boothbay.

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It’s always lovely, but at sunset?

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Wow.

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We continued on…

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Into Boothbay Harbor proper.

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And then?

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No words were necessary.

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❤️

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Let’s play.

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Because it beats work and will only take a minute of your time.

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Our neighbors have the most adorable Corgis and though I’m a cat person at heart, I do enjoy watching their sweet little guys run around and frolic on the lawn.

They always seem to have a smile on their face, and who doesn’t love that?

#4 for me.

Now you.

Pick a seat mate.

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Muddled maps.

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More insane statistics for you to ponder.

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I happen to think moose are some of the best things in Maine, so boo to this one.

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I didn’t know what it was, but now that I do?

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I’m upset I can’t have one.

😰

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Years ago I would have agreed with this. But Maine winters are nowhere near as snowy as they used to be.

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Clearly a lot of states need to learn how to spell.

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If you’ve spent time on a train in France during the summer? You’ll know why they use so much perfume…

🤢

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Laughing at Maine and New Hampshire.

Clearly we enjoyed quarantine more than most.

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Horror of horrors!

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We had a thunderstorm roll in recently…. and when that happens?

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We head out to the Barn Mahal porch to enjoy the show.

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More often than not this involves freshly tapped beer.

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Unless the CO2 cartridge runs out without us knowing, making the (admittedly almost empty) kegs untappable.

😩

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Hard blackberry lemonade in a frosted glass to the rescue.

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With Momma Red in the distance, keeping a close eye on us.

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Do you sploot?

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When it’s hot and humid we flip on the air conditioning, but the outdoor critters aren’t so lucky. They have to find relief in other ways.

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The red squirrel?

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She sploots.

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Yes, autocorrect… that is the correct spelling.

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Splooting:

Most commonly used by dogs and squirrels. Flattening their belly against a cold surface (like tile or hardwood) helps them regulate body temperature.

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This little lady was in full sploot for half an hour.

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Right on top of the layer of sparrow poo and stray seeds the birds insist on eating on the deck railing.

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News you can’t use.

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Always useless.

Always abundant.

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And that fish in particular.

He must have some really bad neighbors.

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Thanks.

But I’d rather not…

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If it’s all the same to you? I’d rather not meet him either.

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I know I drove my drivers ed instructor nuts, but at least he didn’t bail out on I-95.

Yikes.

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This was a huge local story.

And so damn cute!

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In the pink, a frustrated feline and a questionable missed event.

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I love peony season.

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Brilliant pops of pink brighten my day.

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The scent is heavenly.

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And they make wonderful bouquets.

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Shame the blooms don’t last longer though.

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In other news, the Red B*tch has discovered the new kitchen landing storm door is a perfect place to tease His Lordship.

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Poor Dudley.

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And poor me for missing what was surely a rollicking good time.

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More of the Boothbay Day.

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Whenever we visit Boothbay Harbor?

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We have to take a drive out to East Boothbay.

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Their loop road is one of the prettiest in Maine.

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Skirting the shore…

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Right along the Atlantic Ocean….

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It’s quintessentially Maine.

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And has some pretty fabulous waterfront homes.

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With some stellar views.

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There’s even a mini lighthouse.

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Some of the properties are for rent in the summer, though I’d hate to guess the cost .

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Scenic drive done, we headed for the Thistle Inn for cocktails and a small bite to eat.

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A ship captain’s home built in 1861…

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it now houses a charming rustic pub and restaurant as well as six suites.

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Did I mention the bar is an actual boat?

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Husband’s French onion soup was rich and hearty.

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My truffle mushroom tart was rich and delicate and absolutely fabulous.

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If you’re in the area, Thistle has some of the best food around.

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Let’s play.

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I’ll ask you to put your thinking cap on, but the weekend is almost here.

You can take it off soon.

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Here are mine…

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I had to go back and watch this a second time right after I saw it because I didn’t believe the premise.

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Same situation as the first. My original thought? No way!

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Great movie. I never saw it (him) coming.

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Not quite as good as the others, but a decent legal drama twist.

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Now you.

Give me a movie with an insane plot twist.

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