Does an Elf on the Shelf visit your house? I’m going to tell you right now that whether you’re an elf novice or a...
I'm here to talk to you today about Alternative Mother's Day. Now, just so there is no confusion, this is not a post dedicated to...
Happy St Patty;s Day

How lucky we are

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The snow is melting, the sun is shining, and daylight savings time is behind us. As the days get longer the wonderful truth is...
Early one Halloween morning way back in the dark ages (okay, the late 70s), my mother’s water broke.  Because she was on the downhill side...
My husband likes things spicy…his food that is!  So I thought I’d step out of my recipe comfort zone and spice things up a...
It's been a while, hasn't it? And, I miss the fun adult time that landed me in this sexless desert. Amirite, fellow moms? Do...

Local Holiday Events

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The Christmas season is one of my favorite times of year and I love that there are so many family friendly events in VT...
Everyone has heard of spring cleaning. In my house, I desperately need some pre-holiday cleaning. No matter how much I try to limit the number...
Do you have an Elf on the Shelf?  We do.  Her name is Jingle. I was super excited to start this tradition when I heard stories...
Chinese New Year 2021: Year of the Ox The year of the Metal Yin Ox is about to begin. Chinese New Years are determined by...
I just can’t with the Elf on the Shelf. I literally CAN NOT. I am not that mom. Sorry kids. And I’ve made it four...
Halloween is right around the corner, so I rounded up my favorite Halloween food and decorations to share with you. We love hosting a Halloween...
The holidays are fast approaching and that means delicious meals and spending time with family and friends. Are you looking for the perfect local...
Father's Day. In my nearly five years of being a single mom, Father's Day has become a day I have learned to dread. What is there to...

In + Around Vermont

Winter in Vermont

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It is late fall and the temperature drops just enough for the precipitation to turn from pestery rain into beautiful, soft, magical snowflakes and...