Category Archives: Weather and Seasons

Fall Foliage Driveway Tour

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

I had lunch at my brother’s house yesterday.  Just before I snapped this image, there was a leave shower. It’s good to get off the beaten path.

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Supermoon Ushers in Fall Social Swirl in Maine

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

There been a lot going on in the world in the last few weeks.  The pope wrapped up his visit to the United States, Tom Brady threw his 400th career touchdown, and a “super moon” rose in the autumn sky … Continue reading →

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IBFO Local 3

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

It’s Labor Day, 2015. In a small vintage cake tin, I found this button with the insignia of my father’s former labor union, The International Brotherhood of Fireman and Oilers. This union is no longer a stand-alone entity; it’s been … Continue reading →

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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 →

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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 →

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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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Soaring Summer Music

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

Summer in Maine is many things.  Tourists, lobster rolls, and trips to the ocean or lake are just a few of the activities attracting travelers to this place which is home to approximately 1 million.  Of course, there are summer … Continue reading →

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First Mow

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

Last week I exchanged some e-mails with one of my friends from New Hampshire.  We were talking about news and weather and she said “John mowed for the first time yesterday.” Is there anything that says you’re a homeowner louder … Continue reading →

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An Inside Joke

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

Monday again? Sometimes things just aren’t what they seem.  It looks like a mere dusting on my driveway; why did the sand truck just go by my house? Last week was such a “vigorous” week; I shoveled my driveway four … Continue reading →

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Saint Helentine’s Day

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Julie-Ann Baumer

What a weekend it was in Maine!  Fear and anxiety built all week as the weather puppets predicted a Valentine’s blizzard starting Saturday evening and churning its way through Monday morning.  Another two feet of snow?  Where would it go? … Continue reading →

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