This pond is within a few minutes from my home. In the spring peepers fill the air with their song. In fall its surface mirrors the fiery brilliance of surrounding trees. Winter forms a perfect little skating rink. And in summer the lily pads and frogs fill it with beauty and life. The pond is part of a legacy gift from former Governor Baxter of Maine. He named it Mayor Baxter Woods in honor of his father, who was the mayor of Portland at one time. We have loved this park sin