Great vacations in the Blue Ridge Mountains begin with the perfect destination.

Rick and Bev Litchfield have been innkeepers and owners of the Captain Lord Mansion in Kennebunport, ME for more than 30 years.  In innkeeper years, that’s a lifetime! The Captain Lord Mansion is testimony that practice makes perfect.  From the beautiful Memory Garden that greets guests upon arrival to the lavish bathrooms, this is one inn that truly understands guest comfort and care.

I am giving away 3 goodie bags on my home blog during Blogapalooza next Wednesday (October 29).  Want a sneak peak at what's inside? 

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If you know me, you know that I LOVE water. My favorite body of water? Lake Michigan. There's something so timeless about the big lake. Huge waves, small lapping waves, kid playing, surfers, kiteboarders, swimmers - it is just lovely. And, no salt - just fresh, clear water.

Here are a few photos from a recent trip to Lake Michigan. The water is too cold to swim, now, and the air is so crisp that the colors seem to pop out even more. The beach was deserted.  These photos were taken up by our cottage, in Onekama, Michigan.

Please note: Deadline quickly approaching - November 2!

SEEKING TALENTED STORYTELLERS

The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX) is
currently accepting applications from college-age students and recent

The Baden-Wurttemberg Stipendium Work Immersion Study Program (WISP) is currently accepting applications from students at community and technical colleges throughout the US who are interested in spend

My gal and I love to take country drives and visit small town events.