Old Orchard Beach, Maine

Pinehirst RV Resort is very close to the pier.  One evening we went for a stroll on the beach.  The pier is uneventful, but I did get a good picture from the shoreline.  As luck would have it, at the park’s entrance was a place where we could purchase fresh whole lobsters.  They even steamed them for you.  Dinner was two bright red, soft shell lobsters with no fussing with boiling water.  Absolutely delicious!

Portland was our day trip, and it was worth the drive.  Its restaurants, shops, and harbor were a delight.  We wanted to take a ride on the schooner, but once again, the winds were more than we wanted to tackle.  I don’t think a schooner ride is on the agenda for this visit to the New England Coast.  The array of fresh fish was so different than those caught in Florida.  The fish market was tantalizing, but I didn’t have room in the freezer, so we had to pass.  Lunch was fireside pizza along the boardwalk, and we had the most humorous waiter, which made the experience much more enjoyable.

The Eastern Promenade Trail paralleled the coastline and ended at a park overlooking the ocean.  The park was a field of grass where blankets, children, and picnics were all around.  Various types of food trucks were bustling, and YES, we had ice cream.  It was a beautiful sunny day to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

I have fallen in love with the numerous lighthouses and was not disappointed.  There were several in Portland, but we rode to Ft. William Park, where the lighthouse was in excellent condition.  Good thing we now have digital cameras, or it would be a small fortune if I had to develop the film of all the pictures I have taken. 

Kennebunkport was suggested to us as a town to visit.  It was bumper-to-bumper traffic leading into this small town which was perplexing.  At last, we could find a parking spot and walk into the town.  People were everywhere!  We soon realized the streets bustled with people celebrating Pride Week.  They had a live band, an art show, and various entertainment to celebrate.  We went into a few shops but quickly realized we didn’t want to hassle with the crowd.  There was a lighthouse not far, so we hopped in the car and took off.  Mitch is still miffed I didn’t take a picture of it.  I didn’t think it was worthy.  Hilariously, this lighthouse was in a little neighborhood and stood about 8 feet tall.  Smallest lighthouse ever.  On our way out, I noticed a private residence whose yard sculptures were picture worthy.  I hope you agree.

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