We’re heading out the church door when she asks me the question. “Got your moose?” Wish you could’ve been there. Seen the other lady’s face. ‘Cuz her eyes pop wide. Eyebrows hit the ceiling. Jaw hits the floor. (Shock.) Oh yeah, I got my moose, thank you very much. All four pounds of the seven-hundred-seventy….
Happy Dogs Studio
It’s always fun to discover raw talent, especially when it’s practically in your own back yard. Today I’m excited to introduce you to the work of artist Rob Brown of Happy Dogs Studio in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Originally from Kentucky, Rob works full-time as a respiratory therapist. In his spare moments, he…
Cotton
“It’s the place the New York Times calls “hip”. “ We’re talkin’ Cotton, an eclectic downtown Manchester, NH restaurant located in the Historic Millyard District. “Cotton is known for exceptional food, friendly yet professional service and an inviting, casual upscale atmosphere.” Love the reclaimed mill building, the exposed pipes and beams. Cotton is listed as one…
Frost Heaves
So you know what frost heaves are, right? If you’re not from around here, you might not. Frost heaves are part of the carnage that is our New England roads in winter. It’s rough driving here in winter for many reasons including snow and ice. Then frost heaves jump in the mix. They happen when the…
Hot Flash
I find I have many friends who are older more mature than me. This has distinct advantages. Their experience and life wisdom shape my journey, help me avoid major pitfalls. The disadvantage: I hear about the aches, pains, reading glasses, hot flashes in advance. In other words…I KNOW WHAT’S COMING! (And I’m nervous.) Hot Flash by…
Virtual Toboggan Ride
Hi friends, hope all is well in your neck of the woods, wherever that may be. Perhaps green shoots are coming to life, pushing up from the earth, trees are blooming. I hope so, and how nice for you! (I do mean that sincerely, I can’t wait for spring to arrive.) Here in New England,…
Portland Pie Company
It was very exciting around here last weekend. My nephew’s high school basketball team won the regional championship for their division on Saturday afternoon. The first quarter started off as a nail biter, with his team down 12-0. Then they got their feet underneath them in the second quarter. And when they did, boy did they…
King Arthur Flour
Wahoo!!! THLG field trip to King Arthur Flour today! Tucked in the hills of rural Norwich, VT off Route 5 is the beautiful and newly renovated King Arthur Flour campus. A 100% employee-owned company, King Arthur Flour began in 1790. I get really excited about King Arthur Flour. King Arthur is all about pure ingredients, excellent baking supplies,…
Snow angels in disguise
The following is a true story, happened to a close friend of mine. But first, do you believe in angels? Because I do. I don’t know as I’ve ever met one, and that’s just the thing. How would you know? Snow Angels in Disguise by allie taylor Several years ago she told me this story….
Recent Winter Sightings
Hello friends, and a very happy Monday to you all! Greatly looking forward to sharing some Recent Winter Sightings pictures on THLG today. Not much has changed here in New England since last Monday. Last Monday it was snowing. Like I said, not much has changed here. The snow is falling again today at an alarming…
