Thursday, 02 July 2009 16:54

Martha's Vineyard Share

We have been blessed with 2 weeks on Martha's Vineyard this year. Our first visit in May included Chris' mum and her husband, who were visiting from England. Although they have been frequent visitors to Boston through the years, it was their first time on the Vineyard. As it does to so many, the island completely captivated them.

Chris' mum, who was raised on the Isle of Wight and the south coast of England, loves the shore. Each day we enjoyed walking on a different beach and searching for shells. The beaches in England have more fossils then shells, but that's another post. Needless to say, perfect shells were highly sought after on our walks. We had particularly good fortune in finding scallop shells which were lovingly wrapped for the journey across the Atlantic.

Here are a few favorite pictures from our adventures.

I just love these rock formations! Seeing one makes me think about the joy it must have brought to the person who created it!

Spring blossoms at the Polly Hill Arboretum.

The Edgartown Lighthouse.

We had South Beach all to ourselves!

Returning home to Menemsha Harbor after a long day. I always think of Jaws. This is where they filmed the sceen of the Orca leaving port to hunt the shark. As we know, only Sheriff Brody returned.

Gay Head Beach, one of our favorite places on the island. Chris and I have a fondness for bobbing in the surf. I try not to think of Jaws but the occasional thought does creep into my mind.

More rock formations, this time on Gay Head.