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July 29, 2019

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Yesterday we spent all day exploring the coast of Maine, and WOW… it is GORGEOUS! We saw so much stuff I don’t know  where to start!!! We headed over to a place called TWO LIGHTS STATE PARK in Cape Elizabeth,  which is doggie friendly and you know we love that. They had a really cool walking trail that overlooked the craggy shore next to the water’s edge. There are picnic tables where you can bring a lunch a enjoy the scenery or sit down on one of the many benches and just enjoy the view… whatever you choose, you will love the area. It is so peaceful! As you can see in one of the pictures, the huge ledges below the path look like petrified wood… but these are really ROCKS that started as GRAINS OF SAND on the floor of an ancient ocean! ? A long time ago, as continental plates ground past each other, they were broken by faults and intruded by molten rock. When the continents began to pull apart, the Atlantic Ocean opened and began to erode the rocks. Isn’t that fascinating?!?!

We headed down the road a short way to see the PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT located in Fort Williams Park. They are ALSO doggie friendly! Here we met the nicest park greeter named Mr. Tony Nappi and he welcomed us to the area. ?❤️?? We went to peek at the big lighthouse and learned that it used to be a favorite place of the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The keepers of the lighthouse were friends of his, and he used to WALK HERE from Portland, Maine, just to visit this lighthouse.  It is thought that he sat right at this location when he wrote the famous poem “The Lighthouse” in 1849.

We had worked up an appetite by this time so Mummy suggested a local seafood place located on the beach called “The Lobster Shack.” Guess what Mummy ordered? Yep… a lobster roll! Thankfully she saved some of the lobster for us, so all of us got some too. The big outdoor patio is doggie friendly and there were lots of other doggies having lunch while we were there. The views from patio are spectacular!

The day was still not over because we were heading to Kennebunkport so Mummy could see the BUSH COMPOUND! Oh Lordy… you would think she had learned her lesson after the KENNEDY COMPOUND DISASTER but she thought seeing this house might be a little easier, and guess what… SHE WAS RIGHT! She got a nice picture across the water of President Bush’s summer house. As we drove out of Kennebunkport, we made one last stop at the beautiful St. Ann’s Episcopal Church. Ohhhhh it was so pretty!!! It overlooked the water and formed the most idyllic setting. By now, it was time for our dinner so we needed to get back, but our day had been PERFECT. We snoozed in our Sleepy Pod carseats all the way back to our campsite and dreamed about what we would be seeing NEXT. Did I mention that WE ARE IN LOVE WITH MAINE?  ??

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Betty White
Betty White
4 years ago

Wonderful Trip!! Sounds so exciting

Renee Champagn e
Renee Champagn e
4 years ago

The pictures truly bring your story to life. Thank you for sharing and taking us along-on your great adventures. ?
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Judy Domer
Judy Domer
4 years ago

you babies are absolutely the prettiest little Yorkies i have ever seen, mama does a wonderful job taking care of you all. The pictures are beautiful, thanks for sharing with us.

Sheri Admire
Sheri Admire
4 years ago

Your adorable vests with lobsters on them, so fitting for that trip.
Just love your stories.

Cherlyn Whitney
4 years ago

I love love the babies Lobster outfits!! Looks like so much fun. They all behave so well on your walks. I love the darlins??

Lynn Davis
Lynn Davis
4 years ago

Another wonderful adventure! Thanks for taking us along! ❤

Christine Flaherty
Christine Flaherty
4 years ago

Love love love the lobster harnesses. Mummy is so creative! ???

Johnna Wheeler
Johnna Wheeler
4 years ago

Thanks for sharing your wonderful trip with us!

Laurie Heikoff
Laurie Heikoff
4 years ago

So glad you had a lovely time in Maine, little Millie!!! You are having a wonderful vacation!!! ?

Kathy Carpenter
Kathy Carpenter
4 years ago

What a wonderful Day!! I love, love, love the lobster harnesses!!!

Faye Lawrence
Faye Lawrence
4 years ago

I WANT TO COME AND GO WITH YOU ALL. SUCH A WONDERFUL ADVENTURE.
YOU SWEET YORKIES LOOK JUST PRECIOUS IN THOSE RED & WHITE LITTLE
LOBSTER HARNESS SUNDRESSES… I KNOW YOU ARE GIVING LOTS OF KISSES,
THE ROCKS LOOK LIKE WOODEN STEPS. THE OLD CHURCH BUILDING JUST
LOVE IT ALL OF IT..THANKS FOR SHARING …

Patricia Morgan
Patricia Morgan
4 years ago

Yes, that is a beautiful trip. So glad every place was doggie friendly. Mommy is right it is a great place to visit.

Barb Pesola
4 years ago

I love Maine and the east coast. I got to see the Bush compound when the older Bush was president! I’m loving your travels and brings back great memories! I was an RN at a summer camp in New Hampshire in the 80s and brought my kids back a few years ago with our camper.

Sharon Sweat
Sharon Sweat
4 years ago

sure enjoy reading all about your trip and the beautiful places you are visiting. Continue having a marvelous time. Kisses

Betsy Ann Dressler
Betsy Ann Dressler
4 years ago

Your Maine pictures are absolutely beautiful! And the harnesses are the cutest. Some day I would love to go to Maine, I’ve been as far as Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts. Keep having FUN and enjoy the FOOD and SITES!

Joan Evans
Joan Evans
4 years ago

You all lol like your having a great time. I love the photos and the snippets of history. Take care?

SNUGGLES ANNE ENGEL
SNUGGLES ANNE ENGEL
4 years ago

THANK YOU PRETTY PUP FOR KEEPING ME UP TO DATE ON YOUR FANTASTIC TRAVELS AND EATING ADVENTURES. IF I HAD SALIVARY GLANDS, MY MOUTH WOULD BE WATERING.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago

The lobster up here was worth the long drive! ?❤️???

Roxann Brousseau
Roxann Brousseau
4 years ago

Your Lobster harnesses were perfect for the day. I bet everyone loved them. Glad you are having a great time.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago

The harnesses got a lot of attention… for sure!

Daphne Parris
Daphne Parris
4 years ago

I would Love to see Maine. Maybe one day. Glad y’all had a Great time

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Daphne Parris

It is just beautiful… it was a long drive but worth it!

Patsy Smith
4 years ago

Oh how fun! It looks like you all are having a wonderful time! The lobster roll must have been delicious! So interesting that you mentioned Henry Wadsworth Longfellow , I just found, by researching my Family Tree, that he is a relative. So love that you mentioned him. Thank you for sharing your pictures and adventures. Safe travels wished.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Patsy Smith

WOWZA!!! You are related to him!!! You should go and visit this lighthouse then!!! There is even a plaque there that mentions him! ?❤️?

Phyllis Singler
Phyllis Singler
4 years ago

We spent part of our honeymoon in Maine 50 years ago next month. I am so enjoying your trip

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago

Ohhh HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! We are loving Maine!

Sherri Davis
Sherri Davis
4 years ago

Hi Millie!
I loved your post today! I felt like I was right along with you. Your description of the area is awesome. I hope to see that area one day.
Take care,

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Sherri Davis

Thank you ms Sherri! I am so happy that you are enjoying our posts. ?❤️?

Debra
Debra
4 years ago

We just love Maine. I’m so happy to see you enjoying your trip. Safe travels. Looking forward too your next post!

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Debra

We have never been to Maine before and we are just loving it! Tomorrow we are packing up and moving further north to Orland, where we will stay for about a week… and visit Acadia and several harbor towns…. and LOBSTER FEST!!!

Carol Copeland
Carol Copeland
4 years ago

Loved the video with the girls in their lobster vests! It looks very pretty there. Glad everyone got a taste of lobster!

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Carol Copeland

It was such a beautiful day and the view from the walking trail was amazing!

Sharon Hook
Sharon Hook
4 years ago

Good Evening Everyone,
It sounds like you had another wonderful day and everything was doggie friendly. I bet you and your sisters were so tired. Just waiting for tomorrows adventure. Have fun and be safe.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Sharon Hook

It was a super fun day. We are packing up today and preparing to leave tomorrow for our drive further north, to Orland, Maine. We will explore that area for about a week before starting to head back home.

Kay Ankeny
Kay Ankeny
4 years ago

You certainly had an interesting day. I love your lobster harnesses. Enjoying following along on your trip. Have a good dinner and Sweet Dreams. Hugs ❤️❤️❤️

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Kay Ankeny

Thank you… Mummy made the lobster harnesses just for our trip here! We plan to wear them to LOBSTER FEST in a few days. ??????

Donna Zapatka
Donna Zapatka
4 years ago

Love, love the lobster themed harnesses.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Donna Zapatka

Thank you… we will wear them to LOBSTER FEST in a few days!!!

Susan Thomas
Susan Thomas
4 years ago

ohhhhhhhhh you girls look sooooooo adorable in your little lobster harnesses I’m sure they will LOVE them at Lobster Fest and I’m sure you’ll be able to get another bite or two or three of lobster there! LOL That sounds like it will be a lot of fun! The lighthouse is beautiful and so is the church! I love old structures! Did Mummy make you an elephant harness to wear to Mr. Ed’s??? LOL

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Susan Thomas

Nooooo… she ran out of time to make an elephant harness!!! Aw shucks!

Sandy Greenwood
Sandy Greenwood
4 years ago

What a beautiful area .glad you were able to go along with Mummy and Dad ! Have a wonderful day !

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago

It is so pretty up here! The coastline is just gorgeous!

Ina Rohde
Ina Rohde
4 years ago

I’m right there with you. Maine is one of my favorite places to visit and the lobster is Delicious!!!!!! Glad you got to see so much today…..I can’t wait to see your next stops.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Ina Rohde

We are headed a little further north tomorrow and will be going to the LOBSTER FEST!!!! ??????

Susan Nicol
Susan Nicol
4 years ago

Hi Millie
So glad you’re enjoying Maine and hope the weathers cooler.
Glad mommy was right about the Bush Compound.. the view from there is magnificent.
I’m LOL. I knew mommy would want to have more lobster.
Look forward to hearing about your adventures tomorrow.
Hugs and Kisses ??
Oliver and mommy

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Susan Nicol

Every little town we have driven through has been lovely! Now Mummy wants to live in MAINE!!! Oh my word… she wants to live in EVERY STATE WE HAVE VISITED SO FAR!!!! ????

Judy Alter
Judy Alter
4 years ago

Maine sounds awesome and you had a great day!

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Judy Alter

Thank you. It is such a lovely part of the country. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Linda Robbins
4 years ago

Millie, I keep forgetting to ask you if you have had any bad weather up there. I had seen that some thunder storms were headed up that way a few days ago. Glad to see that you and your family are having such a great time. Love to read about about them. You are such a good journalist. ………..Thank you and keep up the good work. Give your family my Best and don’t be to hard on your Daddy, he has to bring you all home. Good luck Dad. …..♡♡♡♡♡♡

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Linda Robbins

Thank you for checking on us ms Linda! We missed the really bad storm last week by just a few days!!!! There have only been a couple of rainy days on our trip and the rain caught us late in the day so we weren’t too bothered by it. The HEAT has been our biggest complaint but the last several days have been nice and we are hoping the weather stays like this for a bit longer. ??

Pamela Hartman
Pamela Hartman
4 years ago

Millie I am really enjoying your travel posts. Lobster is my favorite food ! I love the lobster harnesses. Did Mommy make them? I am glad that today was pretty much dog friendly You girls I can imagine are tired. Sleep well and sweet dreams. Safe travels.

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Pamela Hartman

Thank you… yes Mummy made the harnesses just for our trip to Maine. We will be wearing them to LOBSTER FEST in a few days. ????

Deborah Bright
Deborah Bright
4 years ago

I visited Portland and Kennebunkport a few years ago on an autumn tour and I loved the area. Very dog friendly. Wonderful people too and gorgeous scenery. I loved the lobster rolls

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Deborah Bright

Everyone has been so friendly up here… we have really enjoyed this part of the country.

Suzanne Myers
Suzanne Myers
4 years ago

Millie, It is wonderful that you and your family are being beautiful New England. I have been to Maine twice recently and Portland Head is one of my MUST visits. I have a watercolor of it in my bathroom! Lobsters are wonderful, but if you all get to Bar Harbor, Mummy and Daddy should try the lobster platter at the Inn and sample the luscious clam chowda! We had a wonderful afternoon there a few years ago after our second visit to Acadia National Park. There is a great guided tour of the park. Wishing you continued wonderful adventures. Stay… Read more »

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Suzanne Myers

We are looking forward to seeing Acadia and also plan to visit Bar Harbor so we will look for the Inn. ??

Jeannie Lively
Jeannie Lively
4 years ago

Oh my goodness! I am so glad you are loving Maine! It is so wonderful there and so much to see! I hope you were able to travel the road were you could get out of your car and see where President Bush would walk down the cliff and get on his boat. Years ago we actually got to meet him as he and secret service were walking up from fishing. Wonderful man! Love the Lobster Shack!!! Can’t wait till you get to Bar Harbor! Go on one of the boats tours that catches the lobsters and you will see… Read more »

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Jeannie Lively

We couldn’t get too close to the President’s house but at least we got a nice picture and could easily SEE IT… unlike the Kennedy place where we couldn’t see a dang thing! We are looking forward to a week in our next location here in Maine. WOW it is sooo pretty here! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Trudy Davenport
Trudy Davenport
4 years ago

I love all the details! Makes me feel like I am there with you!! I have to go to Maine now???. Safe travel can’t wsit to hear what’s next!!?

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago

Mummy and Daddy have really enjoyed learning all of the little bits about the places that we have seen… then we can share some of this with all of our friends. ?❤️?

Dawn Dupuis
4 years ago

I’m so glad you’re enjoying Maine! I so love your Lobster Harnesses!! The Bush Compound is truly amazing, so pretty! Tell mummy to travel Route 1 and 1a, she will see lots of antique shops and flea markets. 🙂 I see you’re going to Acadia. My hubby and I enjoy the carriage ride trails and a must see is taking a tour up to Cadillac Mountain. Gorgeous View! The trails around Jordan Pond are very dog friendly. There’s just so many trails that are dog friendly and peaceful! We chose the shorter trails so our doggies wouldn’t get so tired… Read more »

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Dawn Dupuis

We are heading to the LOBSTER FEST this week and then to Acadia in a few days. There is just so much to see! I wish we could have seen you here too. ??

Wendy Scoggins
Wendy Scoggins
4 years ago

I’ve always wanted to go to Maine! It looks amazing!

millie larue
millie larue
4 years ago
Reply to  Wendy Scoggins

It is really pretty! It was our first time here and we are so glad that we came! ?❤️????

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