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prominent granite ledge and overlooks the deep blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. This
picture was taken early in the morning soon after my wife and I entered Maine. What a glorious
start to our vacation! The fresh smell of the ocean water was incredible. Upon cruising into
Portland, we bought a coffee from a quaint carryout market on the way, and leisurely drove to
the park in which this wonderful light house sits, and sat on a park bench drinking coffee and
enjoying the ocean view. There was not a cloud in the sky and the summer smell of the ocean
water was fresh and relaxing. We watched the ocean waves crash over the granite rocks,
enjoying the sound as it nearly lulled us to sleep. The wild beach flowers (roses) were
beautiful. These wonderful flower bushes surrounded the entire walkway, obscuring the steep
granite rocks that are the cause of so many shipwrecks along the coast of Maine. It is easy to
understand why famous Maine authors and artists visit this location for inspiration and
relaxation. For the same reasons my wife and I could have stayed here for hours. It’s
unfortunate this digital photo can’t fully convey how beautiful this Maine light house location is,
but perhaps it will inspire you to take your own Maine vacation and experience its beauty
firsthand.