Tricia Van Vliet
Although I am a Jersey girl at heart, Shelburne, VT is where my family has planted our roots. I’m a mama to three: Sean, Fee, and Maggie. I work in special education by day and can be found reading, running or eating cheesecake after the kids are asleep. (Sadly, I have yet to discover a way to combine all three of my favorite hobbies.) I love food, eclectic fashion, morning coffee in my favorite mustache mug, and am passionate about all things local and Vermont. Although I have yet to learn how to ski, I'm your girl if you need some gas pumped.
Evicting My Ghost: A Book List
I've had three beautiful babies in less than four years. I don't have to spend more than a breath explaining the life changes that...
Gaga for Goodwill
A few weeks before starting my new job, I realized that my current wardrobe, heavy in yoga pants, jeans and skirts was not going to...
Next Steps
Here's what I love about Vermont.
I have told a few people over the past few days that I'm ready to go back to work....
School Lunch Mega Guide
School lunch.
Those two words are enough to make some parents shudder. I was among the gaggles of parents who dreaded the chore with a passion....
Stalking Cristy Swain:: Cucina Antica Giveaway :: Closed
You may have guessed by now that I love food. Although I do enjoy cooking and baking it's the eating part that I like best....
I am Messy Mom
I am Messy Mom. (In spite of my deep cravings for all things simple and clutter-free.)
Welcome to my house! Please try not to trip...
Penny Cluse Cafe: A Little Bit of Heaven on Cherry Street
Before relocating to Shelburne, my husband and I spent many years visiting local family here. Part of the allure of Vermont living was the tantalizing...
A Bluebird Day
This Monday rang in our first day of summer. I know, it's not actually summer yet, but it sure is in our house! The...
Mini-Series:A Week Without Makeup: My Quest for Barefaced Beauty
I am a feminist. As a teenager, I lived my persona out loud with shaved head, pierced nose and political t-shirts. I was outspoken in...
St. Patrick’s Day: Those Tricky Leprechauns!
When my family moved to Vermont in 2011, we found ourselves at home sending our children to Heartworks Preschool in Shelburne. One of the...
Buddy Fruits: A Lunchbox’s Pal! :: Review & Giveaway :: Closed
When we opened the box of Buddy Fruits for our first family taste test, my little Maggie's eyes grew wide with wonder. "Dat for...
The Dessert Debacle
Once in a while I stumble upon a piece of parenting advice that is so brilliant, I feel the need to share it with...
The Potato Skin Incident
If you need a laugh, dear readers, this story is for you. Although I look back fondly at the many beautiful ways in which...
Through the Eyes of a Child
"Mommy was tired and waiting for Daddy to bring our Friday night pizza home and Maggie was hungry. She wouldn't stop kicking and then...