If you’ve visited both Big Sable Point Lighthouse and Little Sable Point Lighthouse, you’ve probably noticed one of their biggest differences. Big Sable stands tall with its distinctive black-and-white spiral stripes, while Little Sable’s warm red brick exterior looks much simpler. It’s one of the questions we hear most often: Why are lighthouses painted different...

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in...