We spent this past weekend in Ogunquit, Maine with Dale’s sister Lisa. She has a time share up there for the weekend and was really sweet to invite us to spend some time with her. The place was very nice and had some great features like a whirlpool tub and electric fireplace. Unfortunately, the weather was crappy. It rained Friday night and all day Saturday. Sunday was sunny but cold and windy.
Of course the weather didn’t stop us from getting out a bit and exploring. We drove up the coast and I took some photos.
They sure are different than the last beach photos I posted.
We visited L.L. Bean, where I did some Christmas shopping. We played games and drank some wine. We shared stories and shed a few tears of the very recent death of Lisa’s boyfriend. We swam in the pool and took a turn in the sauna. Mostly, though, we just talked and laughed.
And that always makes for a great weekend.
Kathy Said,
So interesting how the ocean looks like it’s getting really for winter! I thought you might be away over the weekend — welcome home!
Wool Winder Said,
I’m guessing you stayed in the car for those photos. Looks cold!
Karen Said,
The beach looks cold and wet, but still beautiful.
Julie Said,
It was a cold and dreary weekend around here; I’m glad you still had a good time.
Carol Said,
Wow! I’m cold just looking at those photos! Still sounds like a good weekend though.
margene Said,
Do you know I visited Ogunquit in November and walked along the beach (such as it is) and saw much the same thing you did. Sounds like a nice relaxing and enjoyable weekend despite the weather.
Laurie Said,
What beautiful shots! The ocean has definite personality.
LittleWit Said,
I love going to the beach in Maine. It’s so gorgeous. I could sit there all day watching the waves roll in.
Manise Said,
The sea looks like a churning cauldron! Nice that you got to get away! So sorry to hear about the death of Lisa’s boyfriend.
kmkat Said,
That first photo of the waves is awesome. It makes me wish I lived by the ocean.
Carrie Said,
I dunno, that looks like perfect whirlpool tub weather. Sorry to hear about Lisa’s boyfriend.
Chris Said,
Those pictures seem quintessentially Maine to me! So sorry to hear about Lisa’s boyfriend.
Kim Said,
I so love the ocean in the winter…..beautiful pictures!
How sad that Lisa lost her fiance……so hard..and sad.
Karen Said,
Beautiful photos. The ocean really does have multiple personalities. It sounds like you had a full weekend. I’m sorry to hear about Lisa’s boyfriend.
Anne Said,
THAT is my all-time favorite beach in Maine. We used to dash up from Beverly if we had a (very rare) weekend off from work. My first real boyfriend and I, and a couple of friends, spent a LOT of time on that beach.
Glad you had a good weekend. Even if the weather wasn’t perfect.
Jean Said,
God, I love Maine. Looks like Scotland. Wild and gorgeous.
Danielle Said,
The Atlantic in winter is beautiful. I hope your weekend was restful and rejuvenating, even if it wasn’t sunny!
mai Said,
oh, i’m so sorry to hear about lisa’s boyfriend. what a sad loss. i’m sure she was grateful to have you there with her. overall though, it sounds like you had a nice and relaxing time.
Nora Said,
Sorry about the sadness, but glad you could all be together. The ocean is magical, isn’t it?
Barbara-Kay Said,
Sounds like the timeshare was the perfect place to be in that weather. All that and LL Bean, too…what a weekend!
Joansie Said,
I was raised in that area and love it! You must have gone to Perkins Cove as well. Lots of great food there. Even in crappy weather, I love Maine. Fortunately, I’m only 4 hours away.
deb Said,
A beach, any beach, is where my heart calls me. I’m glad Lisa has you two in her life and I’ll bet she is too.
elizabeth Said,
I love those pictures.
Lucia Said,
The Maine ocean is always gorgeous no matter how lousy the weather. Wish I could do that. I’m glad you had such a great weekend!
Hillary Said,
So sorry about Lisa’s boyfriend. It sounds like a nice, relaxing, weekend.
Leah Said,
Those are the best weekends! Despite the weather, you took some fabulous beach shots. They are so moving.
Cookie Said,
I’m so glad you and Dale were able to go spend the weekend with Lisa. I’m sure she enjoyed having you both with her.
The ocean looks amazing. Good thing you have hand knits to keep you warm. xo
jillian Said,
Wow.
Sara Said,
So sorry to hear about Lisa’s boyfriend.
The beach is gorgeous no matter what time of year, isn’t it!
Doris Said,
Sounds like a nice weekend. I enjoy seeing the ocean in bad weather almost as much as in good. It can be so much more interesting (especially from inside a house or car, warm and dry!).
Jeanne Said,
Carole, those are great pictures and just what picture the Maine Coast looking like during stormy weather. What kind of camera do you have and what
lenses do you have. I am in the market for a new one.
I loved the LL Bean trip. Just before I hit the Cape in September, I
visited my dad and brother in Derry, NH and then headed right
to LL Bean. Still a fun place to visit. And I loved the drinking
wine and laughing. Sounds like my kind of a special visit with
relatives or good friends.
sewstylish Said,
We LOVE Maine!!! We go there for a week in a half every summer.
Brenda Said,
I love the ocean in the wintertime - so powerful and beautiful. Sorry the weather was crappy, but it sounds like you had a great time.
claudia Said,
Those pictures are making me cold.
jessie Said,
Last time I was in Ogunquit was in an August. Don’t go there in August. The natives will thank you for waiting! The pictures are still beautiful and the idea of a weekend away (not involving a wrestling tournament) is just wonderful.
Knitnana Said,
Now THAT’s my idea of a beach weekend….(tho’ it would have been nice to have a bit less rain). And shopping at LL Bean? What fun! Your photos are wonderful…
My sympathies to Lisa on her loss. (sigh)
(((hugs)))
Imbrium Said,
It might not be swimming weather, but it sure is pretty!
Teyani Said,
love love love those ocean shots.