Sitting at my desk on Sunday I got an email from a friend in Sonoma that was busy building a proper Cassoulet. Looking out the window watching the blue sky unload a snow flurry, this seemed like a really good idea. Cassoulet has always been one of my favorite comfort foods. I am not sure that this doesn’t have something to do with my family’s lineage to France, or that fact that I simply like white bean stews. As the story goes Dr. Francois Le Baron arrived in Buzzards Bay via shipwreck and became the first doctor in … read full article

Even though we are in the quiet season there are still things moving and shaking.

Here are a few hot topics around the island that might be worth keeping up to date on:

Critical Area Ordinance. This is a movement to redefine land use including setbacks, compliancy of structures, etc. The outcome of this issue could affect nearly every property owner in San Juan County. A great website to track activity and keep abreast of the latest developments is the Common Sense Alliance (http://www.commonsensealliance.net/). The Common Sense Alliance is a grassroots organization formed by concerned citizens … read full article

It’s been an exciting 2012 so far concerning weather.

We’ve seen snow, ice, wind, rain, and thankfully a great stretch of beautiful blue skies. If these gray skies inspire you to do indoor things I don’t think you are alone. Hang on, spring and summer are just around the corner!

There are many wonderful things in the works, the Community Theater is setting up to perform The Sound of Music. Stay tuned for the show dates, the performances are historically fantastic! The schools are also gearing up for performances, it warms the heart to watch young old kids … read full article

Unseasonably great weather

The atypical wonderful sunny and warm weather has islanders out and about without jackets and donning sunglasses. Popular pursuits include getting the boats and garden prepared for Spring. Here is what to do this week in the islands, for further information please check our community calendar link. http://www.sanjuancalendar.com/
Feb. 5:  Yesterday was the last day of the popular 2012 annual Salmon Classic Invitational fishing tournament at Roche Harbor. Someone who has had the pleasure of fishing in the smooth water in this sunny weather will have caught the winning fish and get a lucky $10,000 … read full article