Sunday, June 06, 2010

Rain Pleases Gardeners, But Not Tourists

A dreary weekend on Cape Cod! Every shower makes me happier for our parched veggie garden and flowers, but I feel for anyone who booked a vacation. Our Seagull Cottage guests left on Friday complaining about the gray days they had experienced, and our Liberty Coin guests arrived yesterday with long faces. It’s true that one can plan fun outdoor activities and be horribly disappointed when the weather does not cooperate. How much more beautiful Wellfleet is in the sunshine! Check out these wild rosa rugosa, already in bloom at Newcomb Hollow Beach. Sven and I heard several languages on Friday during our walk. The Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism reports that Massachusetts was ranked as the sixth most popular state for overseas visitors in 2009. Can you guess the other five? ... New York, Florida, California, Nevada and the Hawaiian islands.
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edpilolla · 772 weeks ago

still, overcast new england has a sea smell and feel that i always loved. lived in new hampshire for two years. even now that i'm on the coast in southern california, just not the same. different regions. two different oceans. both amazing in two different ways.
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Kerri · 772 weeks ago

It is disappointing to go someplace and have your plans wrecked by the weather. We went on a fishing trip one year and it rained 6 of the 7 days. When we went to Germany, it rained and was cold in the middle of July, all but 2 days of the 10 we were there. Still, you make the best of it. Afterall, a rainy day on vacation is better than a sunny day at work! :)
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Alisa · 772 weeks ago

I still enjoy a rainy day at the beach. A vacation is a vacation. But sunny is ever so wonderful, too. And your photo is beautiful.
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anjuli · 771 weeks ago

I always enjoy the rain here because I know it means more growth. I've had people tell me they wouldn't move to Washington State because of the rain= but actually it is not really rain- it is more like a mist.
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