Vitamin Sea

   We've heard sad news about a neighbor down at the shore.  This was the man who rented his cottage to my mom for a few weeks each year until we acquired Stella by the Sea.  Cancer is a cruel disease, and  in this case even a doctor can't cure himself if the damned thing decides it's not letting go.  Residents of the island have been known to say the waters and the quiet, simple island life are the reason we'll all live long.  The Dr. proves us wrong, as he is as fully emersed in the salt of the place and  loves it as much as anyone can. I am so sad for his family, his young grandchildren, his wife and sons.  Just a few weeks ago I was chilling in the now deceased float (unknowningly with 2,000 barnacles and crabs attached just inches below me)  and he and family passed by in their little boat - waving, smiles.. sea spray, sun, salt and happiness. That was the picture I saw, I wish I could tie it to an anchor and buoy so it would hold fast and steady and stay.  

   

     Stella remains a respite for us all - we come and go as time and  weather and schedules allow. 

 

      

  That's mom out there!  - Having been raised during summer months at a tiny cottage just like Stella on the shores of Staten Island many moon ago, she's known the healing powers of  salt water too.  Now that the railing is in and the steps painted that lovely blue hue (boat bottom paint)... entry into the water to swim and kayak is much safer for all of us and she's joined us in the pursuit of refreshment from the sea.

One of my favorite weeds grows along our sea wall. 

Queen Anne's Lace.

Meanwhile.. up at the show barn... K and Leah continue to bond... 

What a sweet mare, we are blessed.  Their first show in just a few weeks..

😬

 Saw this recipe shared by Hilary of Crazy as a Loom..

made it.. LOVED it. 

Right now native corn and zucchini are abundant..

This is an awesome meal all by itself, or a perfect side. 

Serious YUM. 

Recipe here

 I hope all is well in your world..

Till soon, friends...