It struck me that Maine is really very me. If there were a state made for me to live in, it just might be Maine. At least in the summertime. :) There is a small-town, home-grown feel to it that I love. Shops often look like homes, very cozy and unpretentious. I like that. And so much local, organic produce! Of course, I would probably miss the city and I'm not sure if my career in immigration law would tank (actually, I'm pretty sure it would); there is not much in terms of international flavor or culture; and I would probably miss the diversity and vibrancy of a bigger city. But oh the sewing/knitting/baking/craft shops! Who knows, maybe there's no place that fits perfectly with all the different parts of life...or maybe I just haven't found it yet.
Speaking of cute shops, this little wood shop was my favorite in Bar Harbor. Local wood, all made in the shop (yeah, Collin got a couple new toys!):
Oh and I would be remiss to not mention that the amazing did in fact happen! I came home from Maine to some baby bell peppers, and they are growing quite nicely now, even in the rain.
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If I ever had enough money to buy a vacation cottage, hands down, it would be in Bar Harbor! And I would welcome you to use it, too! :) -- Janice
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