The New Maine Boating Lifestyle
Mrs. West Approved
Life on the water without the hassle of ownership
I grew up in land-locked Maine. The iconic coast, beaches, and all their magnificent charms were a distant, vague concept. But after 20 years of globetrotting, I am lucky to now call Portland home. I am reminded daily that access to Casco Bay and the surrounding coastline is truly a luxurious gift that keeps on giving year-round.
Creating Luxury in Everyday Life
Mrs. West Approved
From Spain to Maine, lobster is a love language.
As we head into the summer season, my mind turns to all the amazing ways we get to enjoy lobster right here in Maine. Be it enveloped in buttery, flakey pastry at TWELVE, or crowning a pop-over with black garlic butter at Sur Lie, or New England style with mayo and lemon butter at Luke’s Lobster or even delivered fresh from Sopo Seafood Market—we are grateful to have fallen in love with lobster, again.
Creating Luxury in Everyday Life
Mrs. West Approved
Book a date with yourself
Long before self-care was trending, I’ve been a firm believer in carving out me-time—putting time on the calendar to do something deliciously solo.
Creating Luxury in Everyday Life: The Maine Gift Edition
Mrs. West Approved
Admittedly, I start thinking about Christmas in September. The crisp chill in the air, the woodsy smell of fall leaves, pumpkin carving, and hot apple cider are all just foreplay for the main event of the year—and for me, that’s Christmas.
Creating Luxury in Everyday Life
Mrs. West Approved
Come early Saturday morning, most are still fast asleep and enjoying an extended weekend snooze. But not me. It’s time for competitive flower shopping. (A tongue-in-cheek nickname, I assure you, as I avoid any stressful encounters.) I am heading to our local farmers market to check out the season’s blooms before they get picked over—or worse, sold out. The earlier you arrive, the better the blossom selection.