GMG Questionnaire Series-Kristin Michel

How long have you lived in Gloucester? 57 Years

What is your favorite season In Gloucester? Summer

Do you have any secret outdoor spots in Gloucester where you go to “get away”? No secrets here.

What is your favorite pizza joint in Gloucester? Rhea!

What is your favorite sub shop in Gloucester? Jeff’s Variety

What place would you go for a romantic dinner in Gloucester? Tonno

What is your favorite bar in Gloucester? Minglewood

What is your favorite breakfast joint in Gloucester? Sugar Mags

What is your favorite local event in Gloucester? Schooner Festival

In the summer do you prefer the beach or to be on a boat? Beach

Who is your favorite local artist? I have two – Brianna Halner and Judy Salah Plank

Which is your favorite local beach? Plum Cove

Who has the best deck in Gloucester for dinner/drinks? Mile Marker

Who has the best chowder in town? Couldn’t say. I don’t eat chowder.

What are some of your favorite local online websites/Instagram accounts? Good Morning Gloucester, Together Gloucester (shameless plug)

Do you prefer haddock chowder or clam chowder? See answer above about chowder

Name an unsung local hero. Amy Kamm

What is your favorite local band? Kicked Off The Bus

Seen by Kristin Michel at 7:55 AM

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The Last Fortnight, or so — pat morss

We’re in a lull waiting for spring activity. And the major bliuzzard that came across the country resulted in only a modest, rainy Nor’easter on the coast.

Odd “marshmallow” foam from swells before the Northeast storm
The storm’s manageable wind and waves, without the blizzard
A House Sparrow singing about spring coming
A grumpy song sparrow not singing
Puddle ducks – a Mallard pair enjoying a street swim after the storm
Several more Mallards in formation skimming the surface of Niles Pond
A Red-throated Loon in winter plumage, not displaying familiar colors yet
“How about a little privacy, please?”
Male Turkeys are back in our driveway – a Unicorn in a British Barrister’s wig and gown
This one doing laps around the car with his reflection shadowing him
Finally, a direct encounter with the intruder

Motif Roasters Special Offer

Eoin Vincent and Motif Roasters is donating $4 for every bag of coffee sold until April 17 to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. This is a great time to take advantage of this very generous offer! Here’s a link for Motif Roasters. Thank you Eoin!

Shennanigans From St Patty’s Day In Gloucester Manny and Jimmy At The Crow’s Nest

Manny Likes His Bud In The Can

Barns Along the byway On Washington St.

I’ve had my eye on this classically tired barn along Washington St for quite a while. It seems to just beg for its story to be told, so here’s a prompt in case you want to pick up pen and begin.

One very close matchup in the first round of the GMG best beach brackets. Round one ends at 9AM today.

Here’s where to vote: https://goodmorninggloucester.com/2023/03/17/good-morning-gloucester-best-beach-brackets-voting-is-open/

*votes as of 6:33AM

Preparing For The Spring Market

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What To Know About Home Inspections Before You Shop

Spring is just around the corner and once the weather gets nice a real estate shift typically happens fast. Buying a home is an emotional process and many experienced agents will tell you to make as many decisions upfront as possible. Make sure you have a plan and are not making judgment calls in the heat of the moment. I would argue selecting an experienced real estate agent who really cares for your best interest is the most important first step you can take. That being said I am a home inspector so for this article I am going to focus on understanding more about how inspections and your personal plan for the inspection process.

Expect Pressure

One thing that will happen for sure is there will be some level of pressure to sweeten your offer by going no inspection. Today’s…

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