Any day now

September 30, 2021August 16, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

Hints of what’s about to change are appearing.

Even without the anticipated color, early autumn has a distinct look and feel. Often, I sense it as the pointillistic style of Impressionist painters.

As I was saying?

It’s not really lazy.

Sumac in all its reds is always a harbinger. It’s not always a ghostly pale like this, either.

Corn on the cob with marinated tomatoes

September 26, 2021August 12, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

We’re enjoying the garden and outdoor dining as long as we can. So what if summer’s officially over? (Photo by Rachel A. Williams)

Downeast again

September 19, 2021July 31, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

So what if it’s growing in rock?

Looking over into Canada.

Lubec, viewed from Canada. (Photos by Rachel A. Williams)

Some might say this looks obscene

September 16, 2021July 31, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

Boulders caught in the woods.

Think she’s comfortable?

September 12, 2021July 31, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

(Photo by Rachel A. Williams)

An explosion of self-expression

September 9, 2021July 31, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ 2 Comments

Blocks of stone foundation of the former railroad bridge on the community trail have become a kaleidoscope of youthful messages for those who dare venture under the span.

Here’s a little more context.

I still love our granite alewife

September 8, 2021July 31, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

This sculpture in the children’s museum playground pays tribute to a small, distinctive New England migratory fish also known as a river herring … one that’s quite tasty, so I’m told.

I smile every time I see this. Usually it’s covered with kiddies. Just look at those lips.

Busy bees at work

September 5, 2021July 16, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

Our in-house authority examines the hive. I always learn something from her.

Action on top of a frame.

Honeycomb

Capping the egg cells. (Photos by Rachel A. Williams)

Cold lobster in homemade mayo

August 29, 2021September 10, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ Leave a comment

Actually, I bought two two-pound lobsters from the truck at the side of the road. We chilled one, which you see here, served on fresh lettuce with a side of daikon radish. (Photo by Rachel A. Williams)

The perfect tomato

August 26, 2021July 16, 2021 ~ Jnana Hodson ~ 2 Comments

If you’re going for taste over looks, the heirloom Goldie is as heavenly as it gets in a tomato. I prefer mine in a sandwich lathered in mayo and Old Bay seasoning, skipping the bacon and lettuce. One slice is the width of the bread. It’s worth waiting all year for these to kick in.