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Get away from it all without leaving home—MY MAINE, Haiku through the Seasons by Bette A. Stevens

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MY MAINE, Haiku through the Seasons (Poetry & Photography Collection) by Bette A. Stevens. 150 haiku poems, 49 of the author’s original photographs + interesting facts and symbols from The Pine Tree State. 

My Maine…

Staycation in “Vacationland” (One of The Pine Tree State’s nicknames). No need to leave your comfy lounge chair. No matter the season, MY MAINE is a collection of poems and photographs to soothe the soul. Put up your feet, sit back and relax. Let MY MAINE take you away…

Did you know?

In the early 20th century, lumber, textiles and other industries began to leave the state, and the government doubled down on stimulating tourism. In the 1960s, the state adopted a new nickname on its license plates and highway signs: “Vacationland.”

Every year, thousands of visitors from all over the world flock to the Pine Tree State to enjoy scenic vistas, outdoor activities and the unhurried pace of life. But a visit to Maine is more than just lobsters and lighthouses. USA Today

MY MAINE

“A nature-filled land that enlivens the senses and soothes the soul—to me, Maine is poetry!”

~ Bette A. Stevens

 

Summer Songs

Excerpts from MY MAINE Haiku through the Seasons (Summer Songs) by Bette A. Stevens

Pristine forest lands
Rockbound footpaths appealing
Seek your solace here

Lady slippers chant
Madrigalian ballads
Timeless tales reborn

Moose shielding twin calves
Wades tranquil mountain waters
Head raised, ears twitching

Swallows consuming
Millions of swarming creatures
Ouch, ouch—they missed some

Loons at lakeshore wail
Campers bewitched by the sound
Sacred summer songs

Waves play taps on shore
Tall pines salute by moonlight
Waking stars stand guard

Lighthouses stand tall
Regaling stories of ghosts
From a bygone age

Books by Bette A. Stevens, Maine author

Hubby and I are enjoying a great “Staycation” right here at the farmstead. Confined by the 2020 pandemic restrictions, we’re playing it close to home and enjoying the magic of Maine moment by moment. Wishing everyone a blessed and beautiful end of summer and hope you’ve enjoyed a bit of a virtual Maine summer respite with us. ~Bette A. Stevens

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Written

on 08/10/2020

Comments on: "Get away from it all without leaving home—MY MAINE, Haiku through the Seasons by Bette A. Stevens" (56)

  1. yvettemcalleiro's avatar
    yvettemcalleiro said:
    12/10/2020 at 6:42 pm

    I visited Maine in the summer and fell in love. I look forward to returning one day to visit once again. I’ve read your book, Bette, and absolutely loved the imagery. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      12/10/2020 at 8:26 pm

      Hi Yvette! Thanks so much for your visit and lovely note. Great to hear you’ve fallen in love with our amazing Maine! 🌲 Wishing you and yours Abundant Christmas blessings…. xo

      Liked by 1 person

  2. Bette A. Stevens's avatar
    Bette A. Stevens said:
    09/29/2020 at 10:51 am

    Hi, Phoenix. This sounds very interesting… I will definitely subscribe to and follow your project. 🙂

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  3. H.R Phoenix's avatar
    H.R Phoenix, Author said:
    09/29/2020 at 4:55 am

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  4. Toni Pike's avatar
    Toni Pike said:
    08/17/2020 at 3:47 am

    So fantastic, Bette – such a tribute to nature and the beautiful landscape. Toni x

    Liked by 1 person

  5. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.'s avatar
    Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life. said:
    08/15/2020 at 4:08 am

    Lovely extract from your book Bette.. ♥

    Liked by 1 person

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    Erica/Erika said:
    08/11/2020 at 7:15 pm

    Bette, Just the word “Vacationland” is enticing and makes me feel relaxed. Beautiful words in “Summer Songs.” “Solace….tranquil….sacred…” help me escape to a time that is and a time that was. The video trailer and music is also transporting. I just stopped and took deep breaths. Beautiful!

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  8. Rebecca Budd's avatar
    Clanmother said:
    08/11/2020 at 3:13 pm

    You live in a beautiful place that is brilliantly captured in your words and photography.

    Liked by 1 person

  9. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar
    Baydreamer said:
    08/11/2020 at 1:46 pm

    So beautiful, Bette, thanks for sharing! xo

    Liked by 1 person

  10. John W. Howell's avatar
    John W. Howell said:
    08/11/2020 at 1:10 pm

    Well done, Bette.

    Liked by 1 person

  11. boundlessblessingsblog's avatar
    boundlessblessingsblog said:
    08/11/2020 at 1:10 pm

    Thank you for this wonderful share from your book, Bette. Loved it.

    Liked by 1 person

  12. balroop singh's avatar
    balroop2013 said:
    08/11/2020 at 12:49 pm

    I love My Maine and keep reading it for inspiration. A lovely trailer Bette, with breathtaking pictures.

    Liked by 1 person

  13. D. Wallace Peach's avatar
    D. Wallace Peach said:
    08/11/2020 at 11:12 am

    What a great read, Bette. I loved this book! The next best thing to being there. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  14. Sandee's avatar
    Sandee said:
    08/11/2020 at 10:02 am

    I have two of your books and this one looks like a nice addition. You are most talented.

    Have a fabulous day and week, Bette. Big hug. ♥

    Liked by 1 person

  15. Author Jan Sikes's avatar
    Jan Sikes said:
    08/11/2020 at 9:53 am

    This is such a beautiful book, Bette! I highly recommend it to anyone who hasn’t yet read it!

    Liked by 1 person

  16. marianbeaman's avatar
    marianbeaman said:
    08/11/2020 at 8:55 am

    I have a brother-in-law living in Maine. Although you have harsh winters, you do enjoy the beauty of changing seasons. The book trailer is spectacular!

    Liked by 1 person

  17. Eugi's avatar
    -Eugenia said:
    08/11/2020 at 8:53 am

    Lovely book trailer, Bette! I hope you and yours are safe and well. 💛 ❣️

    Liked by 1 person

  18. noelleg44's avatar
    noelleg44 said:
    08/11/2020 at 8:29 am

    People need to buy this book. It does take you away to Maine, which I am missing this summer. We are also having a staycation – but not much fun trying to sell our beloved house. I guess I should take this as an adventure!

    Liked by 1 person

    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      08/11/2020 at 11:03 pm

      Remembering how much I loved our beautiful Victorian home Dan restored in the 1980s–it was like living a dream and I felt like a princess every day we were there. Sold it in 1997 when Dan accepted a job with DOD in California. We bought the farmstead here before we were gone less than two years knowing we would come home to retire. No regrets, but moving is not only an adventure, it’s difficult even in the best of times. Stay safe, stay well and take good care of yourselves… You’ve got that beautiful grandson to keep you smiling through it all! ❤ Blessings and love, Bette

      P.S. Thanks so much for your lovely note and visit, Noelle–you've made my day extra special!

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  19. Gwen M. Plano's avatar
    Gwen M. Plano said:
    08/11/2020 at 6:41 am

    Beautiful, Bette. I have many fond memories of traveling in Maine. ♥

    Liked by 1 person

  20. Jina Bazzar's avatar
    Jina Bazzar said:
    08/11/2020 at 5:57 am

    It sounds magical, Bette.

    Liked by 1 person

  21. karenringalls's avatar
    karenringalls said:
    08/11/2020 at 5:56 am

    I love the book trailer.

    Liked by 1 person

  22. Jill Weatherholt's avatar
    Jill Weatherholt said:
    08/11/2020 at 5:36 am

    What a beautiful book trailer, Bette. Thanks so much for sharing! ❤

    Liked by 1 person

  23. Priscilla Bettis's avatar
    Priscilla Bettis said:
    08/11/2020 at 5:30 am

    It’s a lovely book trailer.:-)

    Liked by 1 person

  24. beth's avatar
    beth said:
    08/11/2020 at 4:40 am

    how very lovely, bette.

    Liked by 1 person

  25. Harmony Kent's avatar
    harmonykentonline said:
    08/11/2020 at 4:32 am

    Lovely, Bette! 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  26. robbiesinspiration's avatar
    robbiesinspiration said:
    08/11/2020 at 12:52 am

    Lovely extracts from your book, Bette. Sharing.

    Liked by 2 people

  27. Becky Ross Michael's avatar
    Becky Ross Michael said:
    08/10/2020 at 10:29 pm

    Such a lovely book trailer!

    Liked by 2 people

  28. Francis Ashis's avatar
    francisashis said:
    08/10/2020 at 10:27 pm

    Very interesting Haiku ‘Summer Sings’you have pictured it very elaborately.I also enjoyed the video with lovely landscapes,flowers and the serenity of the nature and of course the background music.Thanks a lot for sharing.🌹👍🙏

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