Sunday, March 15, 2009

Glimpses

Well, as predicted, it did turn cold here again. I am back to being stifled beneath layers of sweaters, coats, socks and boots. It was a nice reprieve though, and a glimpse of what lies shortly ahead. Speaking of glimpses, here's a brief glimpse of the historic fishing village / tourist shopping and dining destination where I live.The photograph in my last post is one I took of a sunset over the intracoastal waterway. In that picture you can see two of the commercial fishing boats in operation today.

In the picture above you can see some of the other boats at the local marina standing ready to hit the water.


Many of the old anchors no longer go to sea, but some have found a home as yard ornaments. While most of the houses are still used as residences, many of them have become shops or businesses such as the one below.


I will try to show a little more of this area throughout the summer and give you more of its history. It is a growing area, but still maintains its quaint little charm.

6 comments:

  1. Maria, thanks for your visit to my blog! I'm glad it lead me here and look forward to reading more of your posts. (And I LOVE that ocean image at the top of your page...)

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  2. Coastal villages and cities retain such charm and such history...and as for that teaser last week with the good weather...I think we need those sometimes to remind us that it is coming...to give us that breath of hope!

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  3. It's always such fun to get glimpses into areas unfamiliar to us and a special treat to be shown through the eyes of the locals. Love the pics, so much fun learning about your home.

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  4. It's always such fun to get glimpses into areas unfamiliar to us and a special treat to be shown through the eyes of the locals. Love the pics, so much fun learning about your home.

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  5. Hi Maria. Yes, this time of year Mother N can be so mean -- giving us warm tastes and then taking them away ... soon, soon! :-)

    Charming is right! I'd love to see more as the we move into spring and summer.

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  6. Thanks for sharing bits of your home! I might be knocking on your door knowing you are right next door to WATER!! I adore the old villages on the coast lines!

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