So what did you think of Forrest Gump? I haven’t seen it in years, and I think I’d like to watch it again. There are some big highs and some profound lows, but excellent acting all around. It was the first time I saw Gary Sinise. Sally Field is an all-time favorite of mine. And Tom Hanks? What can you say about him that hasn’t been said. Back-to-back Oscars for two very diverse roles. I don’t know if I could watch Philadelphia again.

Marshall Point. Port Clyde is a charming coastal Maine town, one I’d certainly like to visit. It’s been called an artist retreat–indeed, American painter Andrew Wyeth had a studio there. The lighthouse itself is a shortie – only 31 feet, but one of the more picturesque beacons around as you can see above. So picturesque, in fact, that apparently the area surrounding it is often congested with easels, tripods and budding artists. Built in 1823, automated in 1981. See Don Moore’s beautiful picture here.

I have never been to Maine and it’s on my ever-lengthening list. Marshall Point is a must-see!