Mainiacs is a revered term, only given to those who are 5th generation (or more) born in Maine. If you were born in Maine but you are 1st - 4th generation, you're a Mainer. Everyone else is just "a person from away". I came to Maine for "just one semester," but now I'm "tenure track" which means I'm here to stay for a while. As I was in those first few months, I am very excited about this adventure and the chance to meet the great people of Maine.
Sunday, March 9, 2008
3/9/08 . . . like the swallows of San Juan Capistrano
We've been waiting all winter for Gifford's to open back up. And now it's here! Friday the 14th. On that night you can stand in a very long line and get free ice cream. Last year there was a blizzard snow storm. We went to the movies to get out of the cold but I heard tale of a long line in spite of the weather. Maybe I'll be a part of the tradition this year. It's the Farmington sign that winter is on its way out and Mud Season followed by Spring and Summer are on their way. Now which harbinger of spring do you prefer--ice cream or a bunch of birds flying in?
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