And Then There Was Sun

For almost 20 days, Maine has been pelted by rain, obscured by fog, and otherwise a sad place to be.

Yesterday and today, the sun made brief appearances and made everyone noticeably happier.

"The forecast was completely wrong!" one of the guests said.

The atmosphere is a chaotic place and weather can only be determined 24-48 hours in advance. Plus Maine has odd weather anyway.

So you might as well be optimistic about it all and wear a few layers, just in case.

And while the sun is out, sit on a porch and take it in. After all this rain, we all certainly deserve it!

Princesses, Lemony Cheesecakes, And The Bar Harbor Garden Tour

When life hands you rain and lemons, make lemony cheesecakes.

Ok, that might not be the old adage but our afternoon snacks are sure to bring a smile to anyone that has one, even on a dull and dreary coastal day.

We had two princesses stop by this afternoon in addition to our regular guests. These little girls know that what a small heart-shaped lemon cheesecake can't fix, a princess dress and tiara can. They stopped by with Kirsten, who used to work at the Inn at Bay Ledge. It's nice to know friends can still stop by for a visit.

And speaking of visitors, the Inn is going to be part of the Bar Harbor Garden Club Tour for the first time ever. Coming up July 19, you can see all the prettiest gardens in Bar Harbor in one day. We're honored to be part of the 75th anniversary of this event!

More information about the tour can be found on the Bar Harbor Garden Club website.

So lots to celebrate on this foggy coastal day. Hope your day is filled with flowers, princesses, or cakes as well!

We Are Open!

The Inn at Bay Ledge is officially reopened for the season. At first it felt like August (90 degrees Farenheit in May?!?) but now it's feeling like April with cool showers and lots of fog over Frenchman's Bay.

Sitting with a hot cup of tea is in order and with the view from the enclosed porch overlooking the water, it's hard not to feel instantly relaxed. Thank goodness tea time is 3-6 pm!

So here's your official first dispach from Inn at Bay Ledge In Bar Harbor, Maine:

• Temperature: 47 degrees F (it apparently also feels like 47 degrees F, but how do weather people even know that?)
• Weather: Foggy and drizzling
• In the teacup: Chocolate mint oolong
• Snack: Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies
• People currently staying in: Rooms 1, 2, and 7 with more people coming tonight!
• Afternoon plans/goals: Updating this blog, folding laundry, drinking tea, limiting myself to 2 cookies

Thinking about a trip to Maine? We're great even in the rain. Check out the rooms, etc. on our site: www.innatbayledge.com.

Have a great weekend!