Monthly Archives: October 2012

Sandy Passes On

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

Not being a TV watcher, I didn’t know if Sandy was a boy or a girl. Was Sandy short for Alexander or Alexandra, or was this Sandy named for his or her red hair? Yesterday was Sandy Day. Schools were … Continue reading →

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Colors of Late October

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

This afternoon I was taking a break out on the deck, reading yesterday’s paper. Travvy thought it was suppertime. From the slant of the light, I thought he might be right. Nope: it was barely 3:30. He eats at 4:30. … Continue reading →

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Drafty Site Planning

Posted on October 21, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

On the agenda for last Thursday’s Martha’s Vineyard Commission (MVC) meeting was a public hearing on the MVC’s draft policy on site design and landscape. The policy aims to “[give] guidance to applicants seeking approval of a Development of Regional … Continue reading →

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On the Ballot II

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

I’m looking at a copy of the general election ballot. My name’s on it. See? Given the hoops I’ve managed to first locate and then jump through, bitching most of the way, this should not be all that surprising. Still … Continue reading →

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Meet Mr. January

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

Last April I got a call from photographer Lisa Bibko-Vanderhoop. I didn’t know Lisa, but I did know that she produces the Vineyard Seadogs calendar. Turns out that was what she wanted to talk about. She’d been wanting a northern-breed … Continue reading →

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Camp N Packin’

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

Getting off-island on a holiday weekend is all good, and when you’re going to Camp N Pack it’s even better. This is last weekend we’re talking about, Columbus Day weekend, the real end of “the season” and the time when … Continue reading →

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Early Fall Color

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

When it comes to fall foliage, tall trees get all the attention. Hereabouts the brightest colors are often closer to the ground. I took these photos early last week on Travvy’s and my morning walk. The colors have faded some … Continue reading →

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September License Plate Report

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Susanna J. Sturgis

This report is late because there is nothing to report. Boo hiss. Two consecutive months with no new sightings, and it sure isn’t because there were few cars on Vineyard roads in August and September. I guess I really don’t … Continue reading →

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