As Summer 2026 comes to a close, I’m getting ready for new adventures. With a little time left on the island, I’m looking forward to visitors, last trips to the beach, and views of sunset skies in our backyard.… Read more
Martha’s Vineyard
It’s the weekend!
I’m excited to see some of Louis’s work at an exhibit on Martha’s Vineyard this weekend and to spend time with him and Jorja.
I hope that this first full weekend of August brings you lots of sunshine.… Read more
It’s the weekend!
I’m looking forward to visiting with friends on Saturday night and cooking dinner for them. It’s great to be back in my kitchen!
Have a wonderful weekend. If you haven’t done it already, don’t forget to vote next week.… Read more
Taking Deep Breaths of Summer
As we approach the end of summer and our exodus from the island, I breathe deep gulps of sea air. Enough to hold me over for a while. We’ll be back later this fall, but with darkness falling earlier each evening and the hint of a chill in the air, it feels like I need that sea air to last me a long time. Back in my suburban neighborhood, I don’t smell the ocean very often. Occasionally a coastal storm blows the sea air to our neighborhood, but those blows are few and far between. Like one of the seals … Read more
Menemsha Hills Trails, Martha’s Vineyard
If you’re visiting Martha’s Vineyard and looking for things to do, I recommend walking the trails at Menemsha Hills, a Trustees of Reservations property. With winding paths through woodlands, island views from the hilltops and trails to the beach, a trip to Menemsha Hills offers a variety of inviting island experiences in an easy afternoon hike.… Read more