Category Archives: Worthy Applications

WITHDRAWAL

Posted on September 17, 2008 by colleen

Leaving Tenants Harbor is always full of pangs, but when early September comes, it’s time to head back to Minnesota. “You winter in Minnesota?” an incredulous visitor asks. I do. Minnesota’s snow and very cold are easier for me to … Continue reading →

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GOING SOMEPLACE?

Posted on September 3, 2008 by colleen

Two boaters stopped by for a treasure and a visit about books and wondered if RB had anything about Egypt, as they were about to cruise the Nile. The answer, of course, is “of course.” The gauntlet was tossed. Fig. … Continue reading →

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WHY READ?

Posted on August 28, 2008 by colleen

The first fresh breeze of Fall is here today. The oak trees rustle heavily, the water ripples offshore (toward Harts Neck across the harbor), and the Queen Anne’s lace, past its prime but still willing, waves with the goldenrod. I … Continue reading →

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STILL CHOOSING

Posted on July 17, 2008 by colleen

The Produce Lady has raspberries and, surprise!, small wild blueberries. “The blueberries must be from Massachusetts,” says doubting Scott; “I don’t think any Maine blueberries have been harvested yet.” Maybe they’re from New Jersey, I suggest. “New Jersey only has … Continue reading →

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A LOBSTER TALE

Posted on June 5, 2008 by colleen

Before “Before” Before lobster-in-the-crisper possibilities could exist, the lobster had to be living, near Tenants Harbor, and trapped by a lobsterman who brought it to Witham’s Wharf where catches are gathered and sometimes sold. A sign in a nearby window … Continue reading →

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SPIES IN THE HARBOR?, CONT’D.

Posted on May 5, 2008 by colleen

Spies operate best in murk. It’s best to be visually prepared. Fig. #19. Spot any spies lurking in murky Tenants Harbor? Murky lurkers. I like it.

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GROUP STUDIES

Posted on April 25, 2008 by colleen

I didn’t expect to like Swedish police detective, Kurt Wallender, but Kathy liked him and she doesn’t like bleak mysteries either, so I read Henning Mankell’s One Step Behind, and — hark! — I liked him. He’s not bleak, but … Continue reading →

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