Fabulous Flowers

The flowers are starting to bloom all over town and here on the lake we have lovely gardens full of daffodils, hyacinths and phlox. I'm not quite ready to put in new plants because we could still get frost, but soon I'll add to the front garden.

Ice Out on Highland Lake

It's official, the ice is out on Highland Lake in Bridgton. High winds broke up the last remaining sheets of ice and whipped up whitecaps that looked more like ocean waters than a lake. Fishing season is just around the corner and there were even some brave rowers out on the lake yesterday morning when the waters were calm.

Flowers are blooming in the gardens and there's lots of planting and gardening to do in the next few weeks. The ducks and geese are returning and songbirds are chirping happily announcing the return of warm weather. I'm already dreaming of the warm summer days ahead and lazy afternoons on the beach.

Spring Is Just Around the Corner

Dare I even say it - Spring is just around the corner. February was a bit of a disappointment for folks who love snow, but there's always next winter. Now I'm looking ahead to warmer weather, some lawn and garden tidying-up and thinking about what to plant.



The snow is melting fast now and even when it does snow, it disappears in a day or two. I'm keeping an eye on the lake thinking the ice will go out early this year. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that we have a mild "mud season", because let's face it, nobody likes mud.



I've had my memories of last summer to sustain me through the long winter and now I'm getting eager for the nice weather and welcoming the tourists to town. It always seems so festive in the summer when there's so much to do and people are outside enjoying the beaches, hiking, biking and picnics.

Late Winter Snow Storm

Waking up to a scene like this reminds me that winter can be incredibly beautiful. This winter has been a strange one as here in the western foothills we have missed most of the snowstorms that have hugged the coastline. But this week we've been getting some late winter snow that is heavy and wet and sticks to the trees to create classic winter scenery. No doubt snowmobilers will get out and enjoy the new snow. Have fun and be safe.

Quiet Time

Now that the holdiays are but a fading memory and we know that the ground hog has seen his shadow we are resigned to six more weeks of winter. It's pretty quiet here in Bridgton. A lot of the snow was washed away by a rain storm and we haven't had any new snow foir weeks. I rather miss the buzz of the snowmobiles outside my window. I've been doing some artwork but not as much photography as I hoped, it's too cold to go outside in search of things to photograph. I signed up for a digital camera class but the instructor had to have emergency surgery so the class is postponed for now. I am looking forward to the class starting up soon.

More Snow and A Great Weekend Ahead

We've had about 10 inches of new snow this week and that's great news for Mushers Bowl in Bridgton this weekend Jan 22-24, 2010. In addition the weatherman is predicting stellar winter weather for the weekend - with moderate temps and lots of sunshine. So come on up to Bridgton and have a great time.

In addition to the Mushers Bowl events there is plenty of new snow for snowmobilers to enjoy and of course skiers will want to check out the slopes at Shawnee Peak.

Don't miss this wonderful winter weekend in Maine's Western Mountains with lots to do fir the whole family.

Snowmobiles & Rabbits

On this sunny winter morning the town of Bridgton is hopping with activity. You see the Western Maine Rabbit Breeders Association is hosting a rabbit show at the old town hall. It seems this quite the event and people are coming from all over New England to participate.

Unseasonably warm weather is bringing people out in droves to enjoy some much needed rest and relaxation. All morning I've heard snowmobiles buzzing along the trail behind the house. This is Maine's premiere winter activity with no shortage of snow in a state that is famous for its long cold winters. More snow in the forecast for Sunday night into Monday which is a holiday for many people.

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Drive safely.