Recently I discovered something that doesn't wane: romantic crushes.

In some circles there’s talk. Some of it is disparaging and some of it is hopeful. Its an old Island conversation, about newcomers.

If you’ve been having a hard time getting a plumber, gardener, carpenter or even reaching a bank president lately, have no fear. The 76th Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby is almost over.

Autumn has arrived and summer has departed. It is the time of other arrivals and departures on the Island.

Of all the stages of life that I have experienced, the one I find myself in now may be the most interesting and perhaps the most challenging.