Commentary
By NICK MOORHEAD
An endless summer is a dream of mine, and there are bright, hot days in mid-July when this dream appears attainable. The sun is powerful and blinding, the sands on the beach comfortable enough to sink into, and there is this pervasive sense that the season could be infinite.
Labor Day 2011
Summer comes to an end on Monday — although not strictly by the calendar. The official close of summer, the autumnal equinox, is still three weeks away.
Debrief on Irene
It is tempting after the frenzied run-up to last weekend’s weather to pass quick judgment on Irene, who appeared on the Vineyard not as a ferocious hurricane, but a gusty harridan. Another Earl, some complained, referring to last summer’s Labor Day spoiler.
Irene
No turbines in the Sound yet
wind makes its presence
felt the old-fashioned way
my old Vic of a house
rocks and sways with gusts
blowouts of freed-up energy
Plants take up residence in
the safety of inside next to
hammock, porch chairs and grill
tables fend for themselves
bushes and shrubs wear Wilt-Proof
The following is an open letter to Brian Roberts, chief executive officer of Comcast:
Dear Mr. Roberts:
As the chief executive of a large communications network you can appreciate the importance of having access to 21st century technology. As a homeowner on Martha’s Vineyard you can also appreciate how important that technology is to both seasonal as well as year-round residents.
Merchants, Be Kind
Editors, Vineyard Gazette: