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7/18/2018  Wow what a day. I left the Bangor / Holden KOA campground and headed North with my first stop at the Quoddy Head Lighthouse which is the easternmost point of the United States . The current lighthouse tower was erected in 1858 is also, believe it or not, the point closest to Africa from the continental United States. The view from the lighthouse point was emblematic of the New England coast, specifically Maine, with the cold unencumbered waves crashing upon a dark rocky shoreline.  With the lighthouse and the picturesque landscape I unquestionably knew I was in New England. I then proceeded to Lubec, Maine that upon arrival I spoke to a local named Derrick who referred me to Becky’s Seafood for lunch. Becky’s is a small roadside stand that serves the freshest lobster that I have ever had. I ordered the ubiquitous lobster roll which I cannot overstate was extremely delicious. To add to the wonderful culinary satisfaction was the absolutely incredible view.   I