It seems like it was just yesterday when we were excited about the upcoming summer season. Unbelievably, we’re now in the last throes of beach season! Where does the time go? That means people everywhere are scrambling to take … Continue reading
You’re familiar with “wanderlust,” that huge desire to travel? Well, here on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, we call it “wanderLOVE”. And while traveling doesn’t look the same as it has in previous years, there’s still plenty to love, maybe more so! … Continue reading
Attracting Butterflies and Hummingbirds to Your Garden Here at Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles, we love doing our part for the bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds! With the population of Monarchs down 90% since the 1990s, it’s been a joy … Continue reading
They flap and glide, feeding high in the air. Then with wings tucked, these birds will dive with great speed and agility to their nests. Ah, the Purple Martin! Largest of the North American swallows, the males are glossy blue … Continue reading
Here in Virginia, we’re doing a very slow exhale. It seems like we’ve been holding our collective breath forever! But now with the state’s re-opening underway, we’re all trying to find our way back to some kind of normalcy. Couple … Continue reading
For all of us, this pandemic has really disrupted everyday life. Everything we thought of as routine and ordinary has been turned on its head! Now, as we begin to peek out from under the “new normal” and find our … Continue reading
Whew! What a time we’re living in right now. The world is filled with uncertainty and plenty of social distancing. Well, there’s one activity you don’t have to avoid, and it will make you feel—dare we say it? Really good! … Continue reading
They’re tasty, unique, and highly sought after. Paired with wine, you might say you’ve found a little piece of heaven on earth. Virginia oysters, some of the best in the world, have been a delicacy that’s literally been treasured by … Continue reading
As foodies, Jim and I have always been fascinated by the popover. We’ve seen this enticing comfort food on cooking shows but had no idea how to make it ourselves. When we completed our new kitchen in June 2018, the … Continue reading
Winter is such a time of hibernation, isn’t it? The skies are gray and the sun only makes special guest appearances. It sure doesn’t seem like there would be any reasons to love the beach in winter. Au contraire! There … Continue reading
