Today was my first boat ride of the season, one of those simple island days that reminds me why life on the water feels so special.  My sweetheart and I packed a lunch, rowed out to our Boston Whaler in Carver's Harbor, and headed to a quiet  cove to enjoy the sunshine, fresh ocean air, and incredible beauty of the surrounding area.  What [...]

Before summer pace begins, I had time to enjoy some of the very things I often tell my clients make Maine island living so special.

A leisurely walk around Lane's Island this weekend brought all the reminders of the season arriving quietly--rocky beaches, sweeping ocean views, winding vistas, and the fleeting colors and smells of [...]

Memorial Day on Vinalhaven and North Haven is the unofficial beginning of summer. Families from away come to the islands to open up their homes, or to enjoy a first-time long weekend visit. The ferry lines are longer, the waiting times at the local eateries are longer, and (according to locals) there are people everywhere! Island business [...]