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Random River drivel.

September 11, 2021 Rivergirl 9 Comments

Lord Dudley Mountcatten sleeps in some odd positions.

I look, and think he must be uncomfortable… but the wee beast sleeps like that 19 hours a day so I must be mistaken.

Have you ever tried a recipe and had your hopes for decadent dessert deliciousness dashed?

That’s what happened when I found a recipe for caramel banana upside down cake. I painstakingly followed the directions… and while it looked and smelled wonderful?

It was a banana topped brick. I swear I could have used it as a doorstop… or to bash in someone’s head. The husband and I took one bite a piece and heaved it in the trash.

Tres disappointing.

But I passed this woodpile later in the day…

And had to smile.

Be sure to ask for an extra stabby grabby the next time you go out to eat…. and think of me.

😉

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Sebasco Resort, Phippsburg, Maine

September 10, 2021 Rivergirl 21 Comments

Consisting of 450 oceanfront acres , there are ample opportunities for strolling.

The resort itself spreads out in various areas with various types of buildings… and gives you a feeling of stepping back in time.

Individual cottages straight out the 1950’s are across the road from modern condos.

And everywhere you look there’s something photo worthy.

The rugged Maine coast is on full display. No wide sandy beaches in this neck of the woods.

The resort has their own cruise boat and offers scenic tours of the area.

And naturally my husband had to strike up an hour long conversation with the boat’s captain.

Ever spent the night in a lighthouse inspired suite? You can here.

And it’s right across from a moonlit dancing lobster. What more could you want?

Low tide.

Another cottage.

The cove.

Ahhh…. Maine.

It never fails to lower my blood pressure.

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When it’s a beautiful day in Maine…

September 9, 2021 Rivergirl 23 Comments

You head for lunch on the coast.

And this time we picked Sebasco Resort in Phippsburg.

There are two restaurants on site, but unfortunately the nicer one with the full menu was closed due to Covid era short staffing.

So we made do with The Ledges pub.

The outdoor patio area was filled with tourists so we had to sit inside… but the views were just as nice.

As were the cocktails. Two basil refreshers later, it was time to order.

We both started with the clam chowder which was good, but I’m a Mainer and quite picky about giving two thumbs up to chowder.

Husband had a perfectly prepared baked haddock with white wine and butter…

But my fried scallops were less than satisfactory. The batter was thick and way too crunchy… and Holy Hell, dripping in enough grease to lube two cars and a pick up truck. Blech.