A little friendly competition, lots of food and very little bloodshed These moments of nice outdoor weather in Vermont feel especially precious, perhaps because everyone who lives here knows they are on borrowed time. Enjoying a beautiful evening outdoors during the “good” months is one of the reasons, I think, many of us choose to […]
Minutes before we were to walk onstage in front of 400 people, I asked my five-year-old daughter if she was nervous. My wife and I, along with six other amazing, caring individuals, had been working all year long to organize and run Snugfest, an annual music festival that raises money for local nonprofits. This has
What is community? Read More »
As we approach the end of the first month of the new school year, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for educators. We are so fortunate to have wonderful schools and dedicated educators in our community, and I am continually amazed by the work they do each and every day. Being
A Little Gratitude for Our Educators Read More »
If I stay still for a moment, close my eyes and listen really closely, I can practically hear the sounds of my home from anywhere. It’s a soothing meditation “on-the-go” whenever I need it because I love my house and all the energy it brings. Feel free to steal that meditative moment idea if you too are
The sounds of our home Read More »
Over the past year and a half our family had grown quite attached to what was fondly known as the “Mini Ilsley.” The Main Street cornerstone was along our daily commute to and from school and we adored the cozy games and seating in front of the large picture window. Families would wave to those
Ilsley triumphs again Read More »
Happy first day of September, MiniBury! As soon as that first cool night hits, my kitchen calls to me. Not the dirty dishes though, those can hush up. But as an accomplished home cook, my family sees me handle many kinds of food, as well as food-adjacent things. But my 5-year-old is particularly drawn to
Play-Dough for Dinner Read More »
In a personal mission to try and keep things lighter in life, I want to share a fun pastime to enjoy with your family. Coins. What started from a fairly age-appropriate love for a gumball machine and requesting spare change over the years has turned into a really fun quest for state quarters! We’ve filled two
There is something a little bittersweet about the end of summer. The long, unhurried days, late evenings outside, spontaneous adventures and that wonderful feeling that tomorrow can wait are beginning to give way to backpacks, lunchboxes, earlier bedtimes and school bells. It can be hard to say goodbye to summer—but there is also something comforting
When I’m out and about with my littles lately, I notice people looking down more and more. At a screen, at their feet as they walk by or just generally looking away from others. I get it, we’re right in the midst of some pretty stressful times. So many of us are feeling the crunch
Cool Kids (and Adults) Have Good Manners Read More »
