We left Harwich at 9:10am on a beautiful fall morning, 57 degrees but 63 by 9:55 and 74 by noon under clear blue sky. There was just an ever-so-slight hint of color in MA! Still slight when we arrived in Maine.
Stopped in Ogunquit for lunch on the beach. Truly beautiful with some people ion full sun-worshipping regalia catching rays on a perfect beach day. Temp 75 and no wind!
Continued north on Route 95 toward our destination: Bar Harbor. We left 95 at Bangor and proceeded east toward Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert (de SERT as the down Mainers say --down wind to Boston!). We arrived at the Acadia Inn about 5:30, checked in, had a quick drink and walked/drove to downtown Bar Harbor to Stewman's for dinner. Guess who walked and who drove!!!
Gail Brewer, an old friend who grew up in Bar Harbor, recommended Stillman's, a casual place right on the water, known for its lobster. The weather was still pretty mild, mid-60s and we ate outside under a covered patio. Food was yummy; some of us had lobster infused food and some didn't!
Our plan for tomorrow is to drive up Mt. Cadillac to see the stars at 5:45 am and stay for sunrise. Should be spectacular!! So, we all retired on the early side with hopes of rising at 5:15!! Anyway, Bill hadn't felt well and we wanted him to get a good night's sleep and continue to successfully rally!!s
