Author Archives: Julie-Ann Baumer

I Was a Whiny Baby!

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

Last Friday, I celebrated a birthday. It was a gorgeous day; the weather was beautiful and I received many, many wishes and greetings by every invented method of communication. Alan, Gina, Handy, and my brother Jim even stopped by with … Continue reading →

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A Cow Called Moxie

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

At the Topsham Fair last week… As it should be.

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The Demolition Derby

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

It was another “fill it to the brim” weekend in Maine. For me, the 48 hours (more or less) begins on Friday at around 4:00 p.m. when I go to my farm share. It’s a peaceful way to begin the … Continue reading →

Posted in Weather and Seasons | Tagged Demolition Derby, Maine Agricultural Fairs | 4 Comments

Another Blog Post about Flowers, Shooting Stars, and Things that Screech in the Night

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

I was scrolling through the old Facebook feed the other day and learned about an acquaintance recently recognized for trailblazing accomplishment with a prestigious award. That’s how it sounded from the article and my editor from the Sun Journal would … Continue reading →

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A Very “Glad” Morning

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

I’ve never planted gladiolus before. I’ve been watching them all summer, intrigued by their slow and deliberate progress. They’re like flowers on flowers. I’m “glad” I planted them.

Posted in Minimalist | Tagged Allen Sterling & Lothrop, gladiolus, summer flowers | 1 Comment

Vacationland Hangover

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

Why don’t I have a category of blog posts called “Living in Maine?” I should, shouldn’t I? I woke up this morning to the most glorious summer day ever, an archetypal August day which fulfills all expectations for loveliness. Zero … Continue reading →

Posted in Abundance, Weather and Seasons | Tagged Back to the 80's, Glorious Maine weather, Port Clyde, Rockland | 2 Comments

Friday Flip Flop

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

I’m on the hunt for a story; a food story, not a foot story. Yet it did seem important to have the correct footwear before striking out on the hunt. I haven’t painted my toenails yet and that’s why it’s … Continue reading →

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The Iron Ghosts of Detroit

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

Life is interesting on the street level. Especially when I don’t have my transponder, er, smart phone attached to my eyeball. Swing low, sweet chariot…

Posted in Minimalist | Tagged defunct auto makers, Kaiser Manhattan, Not your fifth grader's Prius, open your eyes | Comments Off

Shout Till The Rafters Ring

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

I’m no meteorologist, but it seems like we are in some strange and unsettled weather pattern here in Maine. One day will be fair and hot; the next day is cloudy and cool. Then the humidity rolls in until a … Continue reading →

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Friday “P” Talk

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

My brother thinks he’s written more about Moxie than any Mainer. He’s probably right; after all, he wrote two books on the subject plus countless newspaper articles and blog posts. And he’s been blogging since the writing medium was invented, … Continue reading →

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