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The Way Life Should Be

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by Hannah Truman

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Escape the Rain or Cold: 6 Exciting Indoor Activities in Maine

3 Maine Trails You Should Hike This Summer

8 Essential Maine Ice Cream Shops and Food Trucks

Aug 25

Discover 5 Fresh Dining Destinations in Portland, Maine This Year

In 2023, Portland, ME has welcomed new businesses, including cozy clam shacks and unique bread-focused cafes. Let's take a look at some...

Feb 27

Escape the Rain or Cold: 6 Exciting Indoor Activities in Maine

Want to get out of the rain or cold? From painting your own personal masterpiece at Muse Paintbar to viewing an art exhibition at the...

Aug 10, 2022

3 Maine Trails You Should Hike This Summer

The state of Maine has so many hiking trails, preserves, and state parks to explore. Here are 3 trails I recommend hiking this summer...

Aug 7, 2022

8 Essential Maine Ice Cream Shops and Food Trucks

I consider myself a huge enthusiast of ice cream. I mean, who doesn't appreciate it? Indulging in an ice cream cone is undoubtedly one of...

Jul 8, 2022

Fourth of July Camping Trip in Rockport, Maine

For this year's Fourth of July holiday I stayed in Rockport, Maine for my annual summer vacation with my Dad. Here are some of the...

Jul 1, 2022

Where Can You Find the Best Maine Lobster Roll? The Maine Chick’s Picks.

Best Lobster Rolls in Maine

May 24, 2022

4 Spring Things To Do in Portland, Maine

The weather has been warming up which means I want to spend as much time outdoors as I can. From exercising to shopping, here are 4...

Aug 11, 2021

4 New Businesses in Portland, Maine That You Should Visit

The summer of 2021 has brought us new businesses in Portland, ME. From coffee, donuts, and pizza to vintage decor shops, here's a recap...

Aug 3, 2021

A Summer Weekend in Wells, Maine

For the Fourth of July holiday, I stayed in Wells, Maine with my Dad for our annual summer vacation. Here are some things we did that I...

Jun 4, 2021

A Memorial Day Weekend at Acadia National Park

This year's Memorial Day weekend was well spent at Acadia National Park. Although it wasn't the best weather, we made the most of it and...

May 7, 2021

Spring 2021 Photo Recap

It is finally May! The birds are chirping and the flowers are blossoming. Here are some of my favorite spring photos I have taken so far....

Dec 23, 2020

Christmas in Kennebunkport

There are limited things to do in the chilly wintertime and during a pandemic, but we managed to find one fun activity to entertain...

Dec 8, 2020

My Holiday Decor Home Tour 2020

I always look forward to decking the halls for the holidays, but this year, in particular, I think I have been craving some Christmas...

Oct 26, 2020

5 Festive Ways I Celebrate Fall

Embracing the beauty of autumn is a priority for me, as it holds a special place in my heart as my favorite season. Donning comfortable...

Sep 4, 2020

A Pleasant Day in Boothbay

As the end of summer draws near, my husband and I seized the chance to explore the enchanting Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens situated on...

Aug 27, 2020

A Rockin' Day-Trip in Bethel

We made a day-trip to the Bethel area to see the Maine Mineral & Gem Museum and to hike at Grafton Notch State Park. Check out the...

Aug 3, 2020

Acadia National Park: My Favorite National Park to Visit

We usually make it a point to see Acadia National Park every year, summer and fall being my favorite times to visit. Pandemic or not,...

May 14, 2020

5 Spring Things to Be Happy About

May is a mixed bag in the state of Maine. One day it could be warm and sunny and the next day it could be snowing. Regardless of the...

Mar 30, 2020

3 Must-Try Large Batch Recipes: My Favorites!

Preparing large batch recipes that you can freeze and take out when needed is more economical and will keep you from making multiple runs...

Nov 25, 2019

Holiday Arrangements: Tips and Ideas

We created both holiday centerpieces and wreaths from scratch and they turned out fantastic! Keep reading to see some tips and ideas.

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