I grew up with my Mom working in a small, old-fashioned bakery in Radburn, NJ. Great memories of walking in the front door and being hit with the magical aroma of freshly-baked cakes, pies and doughnuts. It was the kind of place where all of the products were made from scratch and baked in the back, rather than processed, frozen and then [...]

I grew up with my Mom working in a small, old-fashioned bakery in Radburn, NJ. Great memories of walking in the front door and being hit with the magical aroma of freshly-baked cakes, pies and doughnuts. It was the kind of place where all of the products were made from scratch and baked in the back, rather than processed, frozen and then [...]

People are drawn to this part of Maine for numerous reasons. The lakes and ponds, the availability of outdoor recreation in all four seasons, the overall quality of life, the schools and the fact that there are a lot of nice people here. But there is no disputing that Kezar Lake is the anchor and economic engine for this region. Therefore, [...]

People are drawn to this part of Maine for numerous reasons. The lakes and ponds, the availability of outdoor recreation in all four seasons, the overall quality of life, the schools and the fact that there are a lot of nice people here. But there is no disputing that Kezar Lake is the anchor and economic engine for this region. Therefore, [...]

By all accounts, it appears that most retailers are very happy with this Christmas selling season. Stores are full and people are spending more money that they have been in recent years. The shopping experience, however, rarely is pleasant. Aisles are crowded, checkout lines are long, kids are tired and for some reason, many clerks are [...]

By all accounts, it appears that most retailers are very happy with this Christmas selling season. Stores are full and people are spending more money that they have been in recent years. The shopping experience, however, rarely is pleasant. Aisles are crowded, checkout lines are long, kids are tired and for some reason, many clerks are [...]

No question it is cold outside (we go from mid-50's to mid-teens over the past few days) but Mother Nature has not been helping the ski slopes. Here's a picture of Shawnee Peak from the Moose Pond Causeway. They are working around the clock making snow and they are hoping to be open by this Friday. It does take a tremendous amount of water [...]

No question it is cold outside (we go from mid-50's to mid-teens over the past few days) but Mother Nature has not been helping the ski slopes. Here's a picture of Shawnee Peak from the Moose Pond Causeway. They are working around the clock making snow and they are hoping to be open by this Friday. It does take a tremendous amount of water [...]

Thought I would stick with the Holiday theme with these photos from Portland. This statue of Portland-born Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is on Congress Street and I just love his Christmas decorations. Don't know if the City of Portland decorates Mr. Longfellow or if a private group does it, but he looks great.

Thought I would stick with the Holiday theme with these photos from Portland. This statue of Portland-born Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is on Congress Street and I just love his Christmas decorations. Don't know if the City of Portland decorates Mr. Longfellow or if a private group does it, but he looks great.