Good Morning Gloucester

Most websites and blogs don’t get past the first couple of months before their creators give up because they don’t understand how difficult it is to gain traction, to create a loyal following of viewers who come back often enough and provide enough feedback to the content creator to make them feel it is worth the hours of grinding away in front of the keyboard.

That hasn’t been the case here. I’ve been blessed with such passionate people that have not only followed along but joined as contributors to make GMG what it is today. The blog has opened up so many opportunities to create friendships and strengthen bonds within the community all in the name of positively pushing forth the greatness that surrounds us.

I’ve said it dozens if not hundreds of times. GMG couldn’t be done to the level of success we’ve enjoyed in just any town. We’re just lucky to be able to write and photograph a place that has so many layers of gorgeous texture every where we look and that makes it possible.

The art scene, the music scene, the boating, the commercial fishing, the restaurants, the physical landscape- it all is so special and makes our job a pleasure to shout out about!

86,180 individual posts on Good Morning Gloucester in the past 15 years. That’s a whole lot of love back to the best community on the planet. An average of 15.74 posts per day for 15 straight years. Wow.

Out of all of it for me personally I’d like to thank GMG for the friendships it’s afforded me, the doors it’s opened and conversations started because of it’s influence. Every contributor passionate the same way I am about this special place and without whose friendships the blog is just a whole lot different.

For all the subscribers , the people that write in notes and comments thank you so much. without your feedback it’s difficult to keep going if you think you’re creating in an echo chamber.

To all the contributors, thank you so much for helping to drive this baby and even more, thank you for your friendships.

One last note, thank you to my wife Kate who encourages me and knows how important it is for me to be creative. Without this platform that allows me to create and a family and friends that are all-in it wouldn’t be nearly as fun.

Love you all. If the blog has touched you in some special way please leave a comment. I’d appreciate it and I’m sure the team would too.

Skiing is overrated pic.twitter.com/bXVQ9fXUxj

— TodayInSports (@TodayInSportsCo) December 27, 2022

I don’t get it. You travel a couple hours to somewhere that is intentionally cold, to be cold, in the cold.

Rather than go to a beautiful warm beach.

What am I missing?

Oh I’m all in for the whole Après ski scene but could someone open a bar around here so we didn’t have to drive so far and everyone could dress up in cool ski outfits and there’s be a big wood fireplace?

I’m pretty sure that’s the move- someone open up a place and call it “Après” and for admission you have to wear ski clothes and pretend like you just got off the slopes and need to quench your thirst.

I’m a genius.

Haunting…

Check out our new updated menu!
Dine in, take out & delivery

20 Lexington Ave Magnolia MA
978-526-0443

We also cater too!

oaktoember

we’re here, gloucester and we can’t wait to see you on january 4th!

• reservations are now live•
open everyday 4 till 10pm

above photo is a shot of our new chef’s table built by the @timberandsaltdesign crew. our chef’s table will be a special 6 person seating area, reservations available upon request. sit here to watch the show and enjoy our wood fire menu.

see our website www.oaktoember.com/reservations to book or find us on resy – oaktoember

We have gotten to the time of year when Buswell Pond has become a popular destination for ice skating. I am sure they are all being very cautious though these scenes always make me nervous. With the predicted weather warm up, I am not sure when we might see this again.

The black and white photo was taken by me on 12/23 during the storm. The anchor picture was 24 hours later! What a difference. Figured I would share. Thanks!

-Taylor Allen

CATA has been working on a special gift! On January 2nd, CATA will be added to the MassDOT BusPlus app, a mobile ticketing app that you can download right to your smartphone! For an easier and more convenient way for riders to purchase ride fares without the hassle of carrying cash or having to make change, search for the MassDOT BusPlus app on Google Play and the App Store and download the app in advance today! Please note that this will not affect Dial-a-Ride and ADA services, and cash is still accepted.

Fir Afloat…