Life is a collection of memories. Memories are an interpretation of personal history. History starts with setting. It was never more apparent than this week that the Humphrey House is a great setting.     My father, in his sixties, … Continue reading →

Prepping for the first weekend in November? Squeeze in every outdoor moment you can before the nice fall weather turns cold… fast. Go check out Punkin Chunkin, hang out on the deck at Fager’s Island, go running at Cape Henlopen … Continue reading →

Ever wonder what happens to all of the pumpkins that were picked for Halloween but don’t sell? Do the local produce stands just let them rot away? Are they cut open for the seeds? Or are they launched from giant … Continue reading →

My dad says “I really enjoy building stuff, opposed to taking stuff down”.     Of course he is concerned and has been from the beginning that this project is “a lot of work”.  In his defense he is right, … Continue reading →

Are you throwing an eerie party for friends and family in celebration of the horrifying holiday known as Halloween? Creating a themed environment for a specific occasion can be a worry-some task for many. If questioning party essentials, just turn … Continue reading →

  Trick-or-treat; give me something good to eat.   If you don’t, I don’t care.   I’m going to the shore to get a scare.   Lots to do. Lots to wear.   My costume requires that I wear fake … Continue reading →

My favorite bicycle is a peach-painted, wicker basket donning, single speed cruiser. When it comes to bike riding– living on a peninsula that is extremely flat is definitely an advantage. The Delmarva coast provides a great network of flat, rural, … Continue reading →

“I refuse to be afraid. When terror comes, I won’t be swayed. Now that I possess this charm, unto me can come no harm,” says a women dressed head to toe in black, thick eye makeup running down her face, … Continue reading →

If you’re looking to celebrate the Halloween Season, go to Rehoboth beach this weekend. The 22nd annual Seawitch Halloween and Fiddler’s Festival in Rehoboth, DE will run from Friday to Sunday, October 28th – 30th. It is a “can’t miss” … Continue reading →

There are many hats to wear when working on the Humphreys House — excited and eager homeowner and amateur local history buff come to mind. “Builder” is one that has not yet been explored in this column–until now. One of … Continue reading →

Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Shorebread is serving up a weekly slice of all the must-know events to add to your social calendar! Here’s the latest happenings and events in our area, Socially Speaking. … Continue reading →

Has anyone else noticed the recent invasion of fruit flies taking place on the Eastern Shore? Some are blaming it on the rain and the swampy conditions we’ve been experiencing, others say that the temperature drop is forcing the creatures … Continue reading →

  Even after a full week of work, things at the Humphreys House look as if little progress was made. In reality, though, a lot of work was done recently, but most of it was reframing underneath the home. That … Continue reading →