TOASTERS CONCERT CRUISE with MILE 21 aboard Beauport Princess

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Many Happy Faces were entertained on the Beauport Princess, sponsored by GIMMESOUND.

Keep Calm and Carry On

It was the kind of morning to stay in bed, listen to the rain, and gaze out the window, my window. With the comforter pulled up under my chin, I thought about the past five months of hospitalization in three different facilities, and changes that occurred in each. In Addison Gilbert Hospital I was very ill and the stay was short. At Beverly Hospital I regained health, strength, and took my first "out--the-window" photo - heavy snow sticking to trees. Next was Den Mar Nursing and Rehabilitation, where I recovered strength and mobility. The window picture there was of a dark storm cloud fleeting across an otherwise blue sky. Today, at home in Rockport, the view was lush green leaves and rain dripping down the window pane.
It was the kind of morning to stay in bed, listen to the rain, and gaze out the window, my window. With the comforter pulled up under my chin, I thought about the past five months of hospitalization in three different facilities, and changes that occurred in each. In Addison Gilbert Hospital I was very ill and the stay was short. At Beverly Hospital I regained health, strength, and took my first “out–the-window” photo – heavy snow sticking to trees. Next was Den Mar Nursing and Rehabilitation, where I recovered muscle and mobility. The window picture there was of a dark storm cloud fleeting across an otherwise blue sky. Today, at home in Rockport, the view was lush green leaves and rain dripping down the window pane.
My motivation in taking these photos was to continue doing what I love to do, from a patient's bed. Each image can be interpreted as sad or hopeful. Yesterday I received a get well card from Gloucester's Ruth Pino, which waves a flag for us to follow: "Keep Calm and Carry On." Here in Pigeon Cove, I carry on.
My motivation in taking these photos was to continue doing what I love to do, from a patient’s bed. Each image can be interpreted as sad or hopeful. Yesterday I received a get well card from Gloucester’s Ruth Pino, which waves a flag for us to follow: “Keep Calm and Carry On.” Here in Pigeon Cove, I carry on.

Wedding Crashers From Al Bezanson

THOMAS E LANNON and SUGAR BABE swoop in for a close encounter with the wedding party on ARDELLE

Al Bezanson photo from SUGAR BABE

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Gloucester At Dawn- Bass Rocks Ocean Inn’s Mack Daddy New Pool

Taking It To A Whole ‘Nother Level Up In This Mother!

#Kablammie!

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What’s Your Favorite Leftover Lunch?

What’s your favorite leftover lunch? My husband’s is lasagna. Please write and let us know!

Here’s my move: Go to Duckworth’s Bistrot and, for the first course, order Chef Ken’s sublime Crispy Polenta with grilled portabella mushrooms, spinach, and creamy mushroom sauce. This is fairly filling. For the main course, ask for a full serving of their famously fabulous Lobster Risotto, which is served with a medley of fresh seasonal vegetables. You will be so full after only eating a third and won’t possibly be able to have another bite. No worries though because it makes the most magnificent leftover lunch the following day!

Duckworth's Lobster Risotto ©Kim Smith 2014

Notice all the chunks of lobster meat. Duckworth’s Lobster Risotto is so chock-filled with Captain Joe’s fresh-caught lobster, you won’t have any trouble partitioning off some for your sumptuous leftover lunch.

 

 

Cape Ann Friday Evening / Weekend Forecast ..June 13th 2014

Marine Forecast
Sat NW winds around 5 kt. Seas 2 to 4 ft. Patchy fog. A chance of showers. Vsby 1 to 3 nm.
Sat Night NW winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft.
Sun N winds 5 to 10 kt…becoming NE in the afternoon. Seas 2 to 3 ft.
Sun Night SW winds around 5 kt…becoming W after midnight. Seas around 2 ft.

Video Cast …

Hourly Forecast Sat / Sun

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Week Ahead …

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Setting up Beauport Princess for tonight’s concert cruise

In just a few hours the Toasters and Mile 21 will be rockin this stage for our SOLD OUT first ever concert cruise aboard a real cruise ship in Gloucester Harbor!

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Tonight the original Bandit Kings do it one more time!! The Rhumb Line at 930 Friday June 13th, 2014.

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I’d like to take the time to let you all know that June 13th will be my last show with the Bandit Kings. My last show with Safety will be at the end of the Summer.
It’s been an amazing run with incredibly talented musicians.
Music lovers, friends, and family, you continue to help make the magic happen.
I’ve been lucky to have many paths to follow, but it’s time for me to venture onto another.
Thank you so much for rocking with me, and I hope to see you on the dance floor!

AnnMarie

http://banditkings.com/

The Rhumb Line

 40 Railroad Avenue

Gloucester, Massachusetts

(978) 283-9732

http://www.therhumbline.com/

The Bait Truck

Unloading the bait truck- AKA “The Big Suck”

Stinky, damp and arduous.  I’d rather be doing just about anything else.

So glad that’s over…

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The Annisquam Summer Hours

Come visit The Annisquam Exchange, now on summer schedule: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m to 1 p.m. The Exchange is a nonprofit fine consignment shop offering items for the home: china, silver, antiques and collectibles, including many estate pieces, jewelry, gifts, toys, cards, as well as Annisquam apparel and souvenirs. Located at 32 Leonard St., Annisquam Village, Gloucester.
August 12, 2013 The Annisquam Exchange

Baby Bella Mushroom Thyme “Pizzett”

 

 

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Baby Bella Mushroom Thyme “Pizzett” 

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Grist Mill, Manchester, circa 1890

Israel Forster’s Grist Mill  sat over Bennetts Brook on pilings. Manchester Harbor is behind it, with the town in the distance. Later, the mill was converted to produce furniture turnings (shaped parts of furniture, such as table legs).
Israel Forster’s Grist Mill sat over Bennetts Brook on pilings. Manchester Harbor is behind it, with the town in the distance. Later, the mill was converted to produce furniture turnings (shaped parts of furniture, such as table legs).