Let There Be Light

From the deck of the Annisquam Yacht Club.  I love this fun little Christmas tree.  No doubt it looks a wonderful when it is shining bright at night.  Thanks to Paul Horovitz for another great Annisquam photo.

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Pet of the Week- Mr. Beanz

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Handsome, witty, and charming; Mr. Beanz is what my friends call me! I’m a single guy who is looking to change that. I’m intelligent (If I were a person, I would spend many hours a day reading by the fire in my home office, adorned with a silk robe and designer reading glasses propped low on my nose), gentle (I’ve never been known to so much as bat at a person. If I’m uncomfortable, I choose to take the high road and remove myself from the situation), and inquisitive (I find learning how the world works to be very intriguing, and make it my mission to gather as much knowledge as possible). I have also been working on honing my skills in regard to what you humans like to call “tricks”, such as “sit” and “high five” (Check out the video in my profile of me in action. Can anyone say instagram stardom here we come?!). I know I can learn more of these “tricks” if you’re willing to teach me.
As aforementioned, I’m the thinking type, and I REALLY like treats, so training me is a no-brainer. Being the wise gentleman that I am, I’m pretty willing to go with the flow. I like being around people, but I don’t crave constant attention (Eww, annoying! Don’t worry, I’m polite enough to know I’m not the only important thing in your world). I don’t mind the company of other cats one bit, so I can certainly be an addition to your feline collection. I’m always on the move, forever exercising my investigative skills. I promise there will never be a dull moment with me around. If you give me a loving forever home I promise to fill your days with entertainment and companionship. C’mon, help a single guy change his status. I really am quite the catch and I think you’ll agree.
To learn more about me or other animals waiting for homes, please come visit our shelter at 4 Paws Lane in Gloucester or check us out online at www.capeannanimalaid.org.

Second Glance Holiday Items

These are some of the cool holiday things available at Second Glance. The place was hopping on Saturday so you’d better get down there and give these items a new home in time for Christmas!

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When Rib Roasts are on sale for $4.99 you buy first, ask questions later.

Joey Ciaramitaro's avatarNortheast BBQ

$4.99 with coupon from the flyer at Stop and Shop.

Reverse Sear with a lil hickory and cherry for smoke. Incisions every couple of inches around the roast inserting slivers of garlic.

Olive oil slather, salt pepper, garlic and Italian herb rub. Smoked between 250-275 using the @abcbarbecue #slownsear until 120 internal. Then raked the coals to shake out the ashes and get them glowing red and finished with a sear about 45 seconds on each side. Rest for twenty minutes and then carved for edge to edge rare with a nice crust.

Here are the details from the ad-

Valid December 14, 2018 – December 20, 2018

With Coupon & Purchase LIMIT 2 pkgs. VALID DEC.14-20, 2018 WITHOUT COUPON $6.99/lb. Must use Stop & Shop Card and meet minimum spend in one…

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GloucesterCast 311 With Chris McCarthy, Ralph DiGiorgio, Mike Codair, Pat Dalpiaz, Tim Byrne, Jim Ellis, Kim Smith Taped 12/16/18

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GloucesterCast 311 With Chris McCarthy, Ralph DiGiorgio, Mike Codair, Pat Dalpiaz, Tim Byrne, Jim Ellis, Kim Smith Taped 12/16/18

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Virgilio’s Ricotta Cookies, Ralph brought coffees, Chris Brought Quiche and Coffee from Cape Ann Coffees, Kim brought homemade coffee cake and minted walnuts.

GMG Holiday Party December 29th Gonna Be A BBQ!

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Breaking up with a girl in my 20s because she bought me tickets to the ballet for my birthday.

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Tommy Johns, Saxx Men’s Underwear

Peeing at a urinal methods,

Naipo Shiatsu Back and Neck Demo

Toodleoos helps raise holiday spirit!

Trio Restaurant $3 any draft beer and $5 tapas

Farewell and we will miss Morning Glory. Welcome and hello to Yella on The Water.

Igloo at Envoy

Tonno dinner

Rockport Makers’ Market

Mike’s new Grinder profile picture

January Reiki Training: 1st Degree/Beginning Teaching Focuses on Self-Care

Karen Pischke BSN, RN's avatarCape Ann Wellness

Start the New Year with ‘Rest and Relaxation’ while learning self-reiki for self-care.

First Degree/Shoden (Beginning Teaching)2 Day** In-person Training. **Plus Additional requirements for ‘Certificate of Completion.’

When: Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27

Where: Peabody MA.

No pre-requisite necessary. Come with an open-mind and an open-heart!

The focus of this training is ‘Self-Reiki for Self-Care’

Self-reiki offers a quick and easy way to relax, improve comfort, increase calm and self-awareness, enjoy greater sense of inner peace, improve meditation practice, and make positive lifestyle changes easier.

Contact Us for Details and to Register – 978-283-4258 or Email: info@dreamtimewellness.com

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WINTER’S COLD MOON

Waxing Cold Moon of December

Friday at day’s end Charlotte and I were walking along our favorite route when she pointed to the sky and said Moon, Moon. I wasn’t thinking to look for the Moon, but there it was, peaking through the clouds. This photo is for her 🙂

NINE DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS CAROL COUNTDOWN WITH FLY AMERO

“Jinglin’ in New England” with the talented Fly Amero!

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!

The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and The Cape Ann Community Foundation want to Thank You and Wish you the Happiest Christmas and New Year!!!

Thank you for your support for the Cape Ann License Plate at Lovecapeann.com That support had helped the Cape Ann Community Foundation give back over $24,000 to the Cape Ann Community. Your Love for Cape Ann can be seen all over the North Shore. Give the gift that keeps on giving!!!

When is the ban on dog poop plastic bag litter?

It’s that time of year dog poop litter altars… 

 

all year (below= June 2018) 

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Top photo grid: first photo was one day in November when I saw 10 bags along the route. The rest are just a few snaps from one day 12/16/18. You can click the photos twice to enlarge them to full size from the wordpress mosaic format. 

 

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Long Beach little lazy river

temporary sand carve from December tides

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Off Market Luxury Homes

Kenny MacCarthy's avatarCape Ann Home

Right now there are dozens of luxury homes for sale on Cape Ann and the North Shore that you may not know anything about because they are considered “off market” by zillow.com, realtor.com and the multiple listing service. These off market opportunities are available, they’re just not easy to find. Interested? Keep watching.

Prepared by McDermott & MacCarthy of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty. Visit OffMarketGuide.com for your free Off Market Luxury Home report.

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Breakfast at Sugar Magnolias

I had not been out to breakfast in a while and since I was downtown, I went to Sugar Magnolias. It was very busy Friday morning but the staff was friendly and efficient.

Yummy sounding offerings on the specialty drink menu.

The menu offered plenty of choices so I went with the East Main omelette with tomatoes, spinach, swiss and bacon. It would normally come with home fries but that’s not my favorite thing so the omelette might look a little lonely here but it was delicious and filling nonetheless. Thanks for a great experience Sugar Mags!

We’re Hiring Home Health Aids- Mavencare. Flexible Schedule, Better Pay, Choose Your Clients!

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Join a company that cares about you as much as their clients. We have immediate cases available where you can make a difference.

Mavencare Caregivers are the best in their field and view their career as more than just a job. Join our staff of healthcare professionals supporting seniors who wish to age in the comfort of home. You and our clients are supported by clinical managers, care coordinators and social workers as needed.

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