Recognize this lighthouse? It's the one on the state of Maine's quarter. And a popular jigsaw puzzle subject. Pemaquid Lighthouse south of Damariscotta, Maine.
This is the view from the top of the lighthouse where the 4th order, 1000 watt light with fresnel lens sits. And yes, we all climbed it! The spiral staircase is open from top to bottom with 37 narrow iron steps and a small ladder to get to the light deck!
This point has some of the wildest and dramatic rock formations and surf! We climbed around,
got sea sprayed and got thoroughly drenched once. I just didn't move on quick enough! Tourists get carried out to sea from rogue waves here. And while we were not that far out, those sneaky rogue waves come almost without warning. As Evan remarked "that's cool! Scary, but cool!" Good to keep him entertained without an Xbox being involved.
Tonight we are in Kennebunk, Maine. Next to famous Kennebunkport. No, George nor Barbara have called to invite us for drinks this evening. As you might be able to tell, we got there late afternoon and took in Parson's Beach. But we experienced a Maine coastal squall line so did not get a good beach experience. Nice sand. Very cold water! But it is the North Atlantic, doh!
The homes, mansions really, to the north of this beach are fantastic. We saw postcard coastal Maine. And that is nice too.
It will be a quite night of resting up for adventures that begin tomorrow touring the Boston area and the cradle of our Revolution. We're allowing 2 days to get our fill of minute men, taverns, battle fields and simply navigating Boston!
Then up to Cape Cod on Monday for a few days of whale watching, pilgrim retracing and beach fun.
So, from stormy Kennebuck, Maine, TGIF!
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