Here in New England, Autumn is a magical time of year! In late September, the days begin to get shorter, darkness creeps in and brings with it cooler temperatures. Some lament the end of Summer, while others rejoice the arrival of Autumn. I LOVE Autumn! It is a season of renewal. During this time of…
It is the time of year around Western MA … When The Big E open it’s doors for 2 full weeks of food and fun! If you aren’t familiar, The Big E is the largest fair in the Northeast. It is located 1305 Memorial Ave. in West Springfield, Massachusetts and truly has something for everybody……
Let me begin by saying that – Rejection is a part of life. Period. Everyone has experienced rejection at one point or another . When dealing with friendships, relationships, work, hobbies, etc. it is inevitable that somewhere along the line, you’ve be disappointed. Heck, growing up, I was a bit of an awkward kid –…
Ahh… You know those mornings when it you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to conquer the day? Even if they are few and far between (life is stressful and busy!), we all have had them and they are GOLD… The question is “How do we get MORE of those?!” We have heard it a…
“As seasons change, winter to spring…” It is time for Mother Nature to switch things up a bit… It is a sweet transitional time! At its end, Winter can seem stark and relentless, while Spring is kind – filled with color and light. Not to say that I didn’t enjoy these past few months. For…
As a child, Easter meant the Easter bunny’s visit, eating candy, and dying Easter eggs. I can remember how special it was to wake up and find bunny footprints (made with baby powder or flour, my parents are genius!) leading to an overflowing Easter basket. I can also remember the excitement (and frustration) of trying…
Do the words “sweet”, “warm” and “cozy” entice your senses? If so, a visit to a Sugar Shack may be just what you need! In the Northeast, the month of March is known to many as “Maple Month.” It is usually celebrated by visiting a Sugar Shack and devouring maple goodies – like maple syrup…