This is the first time I’ve ever stayed in a Bed and
Breakfast (B & B). MaryAlice has
stayed at B & B’s quite a few times.
To be honest, I was a little hesitant about B & Bs. I guess the stereotype I had was that they
were a little stilted, or snobby (a communal breakfast with the B & B making
jellies and scones. Then teas in the afternoon, reading rooms etc). The B & B that we’re staying at has all
that. But what I didn’t realize that
most in most B & Bs you have your own room and bathroom, or suite and that
there is enough space for privacy. Plus
since the place only has ~8 rooms for guests, it becomes easy to socialize, if
you so choose, instead of an impersonal motel.
Last night was a perfect example. After touring a museum and driving along the
waterfront in the afternoon (see MA’s blog below) we headed back to our B &
B. Went to our host and got a bucket of
ice, and wine glasses for the white wine, and headed to the large front porch
which has tables on it and a beautiful view of the town.
MA started blogging and I got out my guitar to just do some
strumming. Some fellow guests returned
from a walk and greeted us and disappeared into the B & B. About 10 minutes later they returned with
their bottle of wine. By this time MA
was finished blogging so we sat and chatted.
They were from New York State and come to Old Orchard Beach for many
years for their anniversary and to get away from the kids.
As we were chatting another couple came in from walking and
joined in on the porch. They also
brought a jug of wine and a game of scrabble.
They were from Florida and are just returning from hiking in
Arcadia. (where we’re headed today). The
scrabble game ensued for the couple from Florida (like us she usually wins the
games but this time he was rolling with some triple letter word and kicking
some butt).
With the information that the Fla couple were familiar with
where we are going we pumped them for information (good trails, restaurants etc)
the other couple joined in with the discussion and we had lively time learning
about the area and each others interests.
After about an hour of this the New Your couple headed out
to get a bite to eat, we stayed for another couple minutes, wished the
remaining couple ‘safe travels’ as they’re headed home today and walked to the
pier for a beer overlooking the ocean.
Yes I now like B & Bs and will be happy to try one again
next road trip.
As for our experience with these people; it was another affirmation
of Life. It was great meeting and
getting to know people that have their priorities set on each other, family and
the love of travel.
How refreshing!!
D
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