I never expected to be a father. I made it to my mid-40s without having children. I was single and leading a pretty leisurely...
When my family moved to Vermont in 2011, we found ourselves at home sending our children to Heartworks Preschool in Shelburne. One of the...
It's funny that such a simple, rather benign thing as an elf doll has become such a phenomenon.
I remember when I first heard about...
Disclaimer: This post is a NOT a sponsored post, nor did the Green Bean Casserole Council of America request that I write this post....
I think many parents have realized that babies don’t need much. Once you start celebrating holidays and first birthdays, you also come to the...
Every year, my kids’ Christmas lists get just a little bit longer. And that pile of presents under our tree, despite my best intentions,...
At some point in the fall, I was observing my two kids (ages 6 and 7, at the time) playing with LEGOs. They were...
I can clearly remember Thanksgiving at my grandmother's house when I was growing up.
The table was nearly too long for the dining area, and...
Every year, I become excited about dressing my kids in festive clothing and capturing perfect holiday photos for our Christmas card.
You know exactly what I...
While I love the holiday season, December is always the busiest month of the year. I really enjoy going to cookie swaps, but they...
The holidays are fast approaching and I am getting excited. I am one of those people who loves everything about the holidays and sharing...
As the holidays quickly approach, I’ve been brainstorming, crowdsourcing, and researching thoughtful and frugal gifts for teachers and school support staff who all help...
Honestly, I'm not a fan of Mother's Day. Don't get me wrong-I love that my mom and I go out and get a pedicure...
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Are you new to Vermont and wondering where you can cut your own Vermont Christmas tree this year? Or maybe just pick...
In + Around Vermont
Winter in Vermont
It is late fall and the temperature drops just enough for the precipitation to turn from pestery rain into beautiful, soft, magical snowflakes and...
