tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post880339972852535960..comments2024-03-29T03:32:06.950-04:00Comments on Closed Doors, Open Windows: Interesting Places I've Lived-The Story of the Doughnut TreePamela M. Steinerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-83923726636516355492020-08-17T20:52:24.020-04:002020-08-17T20:52:24.020-04:00How wonderful to hear from you about your memories...How wonderful to hear from you about your memories of the "Doughnut Tree" in Fryeburg, Maine! I know many people went out of their way to see this unique tree and have their pictures taken sitting in it. That is why Mr. Eastman wanted to preserve the "doughnut" portion of the tree when the tree died. I don't know if the present owners of that home still take care of it or if it finally disentegrated. It was getting kind of rickety when we lived there over 20 years ago now. I am glad you stopped for by a visit here today! Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-78448479803087316702020-08-17T15:35:23.915-04:002020-08-17T15:35:23.915-04:00Hi I remember coming to Fryeburg,Maine when I was ...Hi I remember coming to Fryeburg,Maine when I was alittle girl 6 or 7 and now I'm 62 my Aunt and Uncle Paul & Blanche Dwight were living at the nursery.We used to visit the donut tree and have chocolate milk in green glass bottles the house was huge so many bedrooms so many beautiful trees those were the days love the memoriesbeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16940554927673792090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-9124951121443182112020-06-24T05:45:31.352-04:002020-06-24T05:45:31.352-04:00Hello and welcome! I believe you are thinking of ...Hello and welcome! I believe you are thinking of the house where the doughnut tree was originally standing. However, after the tree was cut down, Mr. Eastman took the "doughnut" portion of the tree and put it on his property and built a little shelter for it to help preserve it. That is the where we were living at that time. If you click on the link above for the "old news article" it will tell you more about that. Thank you so much for visiting my blog! We truly loved living in Fryeburg and enjoyed being a part of the history of that community! I hope the new owners of the Eastman house are still taking care of the "doughnut", but it was starting to weaken even while we were living there back in the late 1990's, so I kind of think it might be gone by now. Have a blessed day, and please come back and visit again!Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-35142090301999623052020-06-23T22:58:48.882-04:002020-06-23T22:58:48.882-04:00I for some reason thought this house was owned by ...I for some reason thought this house was owned by the Crabtrees. I am a Fryeburg Academy alum and remember that house when the doughnut tree was standing. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07084746707329258745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-123521239405808662017-04-25T14:56:40.447-04:002017-04-25T14:56:40.447-04:00Pam, Thank you for sharing some more of your past....Pam, Thank you for sharing some more of your past. The house in Maine looks very interesting and unique. I've never lived in an old house. However, I do live in the town where the state of Iowa flag was created!<br /><br />The doughnut tree is pretty cool! :)Kim Jollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08670842504983601263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-83208374329554165512017-04-24T15:30:55.587-04:002017-04-24T15:30:55.587-04:00thank you Terri. I'll bet there are interesti...thank you Terri. I'll bet there are interesting stories from places you've lived if you just dig a little...you may not think they are interesting, but they might be to us because we've never been there! Yes, I loved that old house...and esp. the kitchen. It even had a dishwasher that still worked, and I know it was from the 1950's...even though I never knew anyone who had one then. It was very unique. There were a lot of other things that I didn't mention, like the old wood stoves in the "parlor" and an upstairs bedroom, but they no longer had safe chimneys so we couldn't use them. I wish I had more pictures of the interior, but most are of people instead of the house! But that's what is more important anyway...the people!!Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-51136831472801460022017-04-24T15:27:22.349-04:002017-04-24T15:27:22.349-04:00I hope you will think about it...I know that if we...I hope you will think about it...I know that if we look deep enough and think hard enough, we might discover some interesting facts or memories that spark memories for the rest of us. I always enjoy your posts about the different parks and historical places in and around Georgia that you have visited. GA. is so full of beauty and history...one of my favorite places! Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-76180011484801158682017-04-24T15:25:17.205-04:002017-04-24T15:25:17.205-04:00Hmmm, well, then, think about the most interesting...Hmmm, well, then, think about the most interesting place/spot in your town...the places that mean something to you especially since you've lived there your whole life. I am certain there are places that have sweet memories for you and perhaps even some interesting "history" that you may not have thought about since you've lived there so long. Might be a very good challenge to think about! :)Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-13709002773024608852017-04-24T15:23:29.390-04:002017-04-24T15:23:29.390-04:00Thank you Mary. It was a fun experience...but I&#...Thank you Mary. It was a fun experience...but I'm glad I don't have the responsibility of the expense and upkeep of that old house. It definitely had character and charm...and we enjoyed it while there. Now we enjoy where we are in life and thank God for being with us all the way. And yes, my little elm tree is already making me smile!Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-21802052227698080342017-04-24T15:21:59.485-04:002017-04-24T15:21:59.485-04:00Thank you Cindy. It was a fun experience, and I&#...Thank you Cindy. It was a fun experience, and I'm happy that I could share it with you all. Hugs and blessings back at you! :)Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-87817954759988875462017-04-24T15:21:12.471-04:002017-04-24T15:21:12.471-04:00I know what you mean...I think we've all seen/...I know what you mean...I think we've all seen/wanted houses that would have been perfect if we could just pick them up and move them to another spot. But I have found that when I give up on a certain dream idea, God always blesses in another way that helps to take away the sting of losing our "dream house" or other plan. Hence, "Closed Doors, Open Windows!". You are beginning a new chapter in your life...and hopefully you will find the place that is exactly right for you at this time in your life. Praying God will direct your steps and give you joy and peace in the journey.<br />Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-15866220964365791232017-04-24T14:58:06.629-04:002017-04-24T14:58:06.629-04:00The Maine home was truly beautiful! I know those h...The Maine home was truly beautiful! I know those houses are drafty but what character they have! I remember a home that my first husband and I almost bought in the state of Washington. It was a one story but had all the character that you find in an older home. I loved it and wanted it badly but it was in a not very good section of the town and so we passed on it. I often think of that home. Love the donut tree!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14483833008527417306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-67952690754379856452017-04-24T14:46:42.474-04:002017-04-24T14:46:42.474-04:00What a neat story about the doughnut tree. I have ...What a neat story about the doughnut tree. I have enjoyed the pictures too. Hugs and blessings, CindyCreations By Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06652249357420269173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-26255094313752166522017-04-24T12:08:28.906-04:002017-04-24T12:08:28.906-04:00Enjoyed reading all about the Doughnut Tree and of...Enjoyed reading all about the Doughnut Tree and of your time in that beautiful old home. I love old houses, they have so much character. It's so nice that you've planted an elm tree, it will certainly give you the much needed shade and also a great reminder of your parents.Visits With Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06606696720339004295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-52650077618888248572017-04-24T11:49:24.271-04:002017-04-24T11:49:24.271-04:00Pam: I enjoyed reading about your sojourn in Maine...Pam: I enjoyed reading about your sojourn in Maine. I will have to really think on your challenge. You see, I live in the same city/town where I was born.quietspirithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06086016141181470311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-73140088186663472022017-04-24T07:54:07.465-04:002017-04-24T07:54:07.465-04:00What a beautiful home, Pamela. I love that kitchen...What a beautiful home, Pamela. I love that kitchen. You must have enjoyed the time you lived there, but not the cold. Interesting tree. I like the idea of posting about a special home or place where we live or lived. I'll have to think about that.Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17029808502731853372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-75308434410541953132017-04-23T17:27:55.580-04:002017-04-23T17:27:55.580-04:00How interesting!! I really enjoyed the history, th...How interesting!! I really enjoyed the history, the doughnut tree and seeing that great circa 1950 kitchen. I've lived many places (15 in my lifetime) but none of them have a great history or any interesting stories to tell. I sure enjoyed hearing about your temporary home in Maine! Nice that you could plant the Elm tree in memory of your dad. A wonderful memorial.Terri Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15333024343069943295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-28793814820819622132017-04-23T16:32:20.506-04:002017-04-23T16:32:20.506-04:00Sometimes we don't think our home was anything...Sometimes we don't think our home was anything extra special, but if we look around or remember "when", we might be surprised at what might be of interest to others. I love YOUR stories right now and am looking forward to the next episode. Thank you for stopping by today. I hope you will tell us about Oxford, GA. I'll have to look that town up.Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-52541660912609326322017-04-23T16:30:43.668-04:002017-04-23T16:30:43.668-04:00Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed this little &q...Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed this little "history lesson" for today. It was fun to go back in time and remember this place again. I hope you and your family are enjoying this wonderful Lord's Day as well. Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-48111394932372439982017-04-23T13:52:46.185-04:002017-04-23T13:52:46.185-04:00How fascinating this post was, Pamela! No, I'...How fascinating this post was, Pamela! No, I've never lived anywhere that I would consider historical or noteworthy, although my mother's home in Oxford, Georgia, is an historical landmark in the area. Maybe I'll get some photos of it next time I visit, and share them with you. Going to visit some of the links you provided here.<br />Blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2756675007223295900.post-14377202647053832642017-04-23T13:03:45.489-04:002017-04-23T13:03:45.489-04:00I truly enjoyed hearing about the donut tree and y...I truly enjoyed hearing about the donut tree and your memories long ago in Maine. Loved the pictures as they helped tell your story so well. I pray you are having a blessed Sunday.Ramblings of a Retired Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10983190448035117259noreply@blogger.com