I reminded Ken earlier this week that we hadn't gone to The Lobster Shack at Two Lights in Cape Elizabeth for lobster rolls. We try to get there at least once each summer, but this summer, since it finally arrived in August, has flown by.The autumn sights and sounds are everywhere: goldenrod and brown-eyed Susans are in full bloom; insects sing in the grass; the nights are chillier; and it grows light later in the mornings and dark earlier in the evenings.
I've always felt a little sad as fall approaches. I used to think this was because school was starting, but now I think it's just that I hate to see the long days of summer draw to an end.
Anyway, we squeezed in a trip to the Lobster Shack yesterday. We got there just in time, before long lines had formed at the take-out counter.We each ordered the "Lobster Boat," which consists of a lobster roll, french fries, and cole slaw. Then, for an added dash of decadence, we asked for one order of onion rings.
Throwing our cholesterol levels to the wind, we sat and ate and enjoyed every morsel.
Posted throughout the outdoor picnic area are signs saying, "Do not leave food unattended." I think I know why. The sea gulls keep a watchful eye on everyone's food.(I once saw at sea gull at Two Lights who looked exactly like Winston Churchill. My mother was with me, and I said, "Look, Mum. Doesn't that sea gull look like Winston Churchill?" She had to agree that he did. There was something about the way he held his shoulders high, or his head low to his chest, that caused the remarkable resemblance. )
Two Lights is a peaceful place, even with dozens of tourists milling about and eating. It's right on the edge of the ocean, so the sounds of the tide lapping the rocks and sea gulls calling muffle the sounds of conversation.
It felt good to make our 2009 trip to The Lobster Shack.
Oh, I want to go, and I'm thousands of miles away. Darn.
ReplyDeleteI love your header, Jean!
ReplyDeleteThe Lobster Shack sounds like a delicious and fun place to go to. I love seeing all your photos.
They made me feel a little wistful. I remember that certain feeling when the leaves started to change their colors and the breeze developed that little nip. We were liking the coolness but sad that summer fun was leaving.
Such a pretty header. I haven't been to Two Lights for years and years and years, looks like a place to visit this fall. You certainly had a nice day to go. I too feel a little wistful when the fall signs appear, the goldenrod, insects,and the dwindling light...
ReplyDeleteRemember how I would take you and your sisters to Two Lights? Geez, I enjoyed those days. It was always so exciting to have you visit us when you were "children."
ReplyDeleteRoland and I stumbled upon the Lobster Shack a few years back while waiting to pick up a suit that was being altered in Portland(we were there for Roland's mothers funeral) and had a wonderful lunch in the most picture perfect settings that Maine has to offer. A near perfect "lobsta" can be found there too.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comments, Jo, Kay, Cheryl, and Susan. I appreciate knowing you read my blog!
ReplyDeletewhat a fun tradition. I remember our trip to Maine and lobster rolls was a highlight.
ReplyDeleteCount me in!! Seagulls, the ocean leaving rythmatic messages on the shoreline, onion rings and LOBSTER rolls??!! Paradise! Definitely sounds like a must take summer trip!
ReplyDeleteFall is still my favorite time of the year. It's a wee bit sad that the light fades earlier in the day, but sweaters and scarves are fun to wear... and I love the muted sounds and glorious colors where I live. And I love the monochromatic colors at the seashore. It all takes my breath away and fills me with a lingering gratitude.
This was a mighty tasty post! Perhaps not as tasty as your yummy meal, but a good second.