Of the many blessings to celebrate this holiday, gratitude for our friends, cooks, and volunteers who help neighbors in need within our community certainly tops the list. Thanksgiving is a time to pause and reflect on the past year. It is a time to be able to see beyond the struggles, conflicts ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: 93 degrees, 67% humidity, 0% chance of cooking
Once again, the humidity has descended upon us here in Maine. I thought for sure that it would be a short-lived heat wave, but I was wrong. As I listen to my air conditioner sputtering in the background, I contemplate what to make for supper. I can feel my energy level dwindling as I listen to the ... Read More
Eager to help neighbors
When Harpswell Aging at Home was created seven years ago, one of the biggest concerns expressed by survey respondents was the ability to get routine repair and maintenance done on their homes. In response, one of HAH’s foundational offerings was the Home Repairs Team, a collection of about two dozen ... Read More
Cooking At 43° North: Buckle up, it’s blueberry season
August is here and that means only one thing in Maine: blueberry season. Those low-dwelling beauties taste the absolute best and are one of the healthiest of fruits. I needed to find a great blueberry recipe. I was on a mission yet again. My story started with a trip to the Orr’s Island ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: Keeping it simple with lobster
It’s July. It’s summer in Maine and although the season (in my opinion) is not long enough, it is absolutely glorious. I don’t know about you, but I want to enjoy every moment of it before those patio heaters have to be brought out. Lots of outdoor gatherings and barbecues will take place. Are you, ... Read More