Read about our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays in ways that bring joy and happiness.
Of all the joy-filled days each year, Christmas Day may be our favorite. The excitement often draws us from our beds as we look forward to the happy memories sure to fill the day. For those of us with children and grandchildren, the day may be ever sweeter as we observe the festivities through their… more
Top 5 Tips to Stay Sane During the Holidays If instead of saying, “ho, ho, ho” as the holidays approach, your mantra is “no, no ,no,” then we have some tips for bringing the joy (and some sanity) back into your November and December. As kids, Christmas couldn’t come fast enough…the countdown from December 1st… more
There’s the old saying that goes, “Failure to plan is planning to fail,” and there’s no time of year where this is more of a game changer than the holidays. With just a little preparation, you’ll feel in control and everyone will think you have a team of elves helping you get everything done. Here… more
Our Holiday Gift Guide for Him: Everything He Wants & More Looking for some great gift ideas for the guys on your gift list? We put together some of our favorite gifts for your ultimate holiday gift guide—a gift-giving guide you can use to check everyone’s name off your list and start wrapping up your… more
Our Holiday Gift Guide: Everything She Wants & More Need a few ideas for the ladies on your gift list? We put together some of our favorite gifts for your ultimate holiday gift guide—a gift-giving guide you can use to check everyone’s name off your list and start wrapping up your gifts and putting them… more
There’s something about dressing and decorating for the holidays that begs for a touch of tartan plaid. Whether this festive patterned fabric is used for skirts, jumpers and dresses, men’s dress shirts, cashmere scarves, table linens, or tree skirts, it never fails to lend a classic look that signals a celebration is at hand. Is… more
There aren’t many rules when it comes to decorating for the holidays, but there is one that seems universally understood. If you have a fireplace, you hang stockings by the chimney with care. For those lucky enough to have a fireplace in their homes, it often becomes the place for guests to gather. As a… more
Like many of you, we can’t help but return to our childhood memories during the holidays. There are probably no memories as special as these when life seemed so innocent and simple. Our responsibilities were few and far between and the magic of the holidays was probably the greatest in our lives. So, let us… more
What do mothers really want for Mother’s Day? It’s an age-old question, but one that’s not too hard to answer if you’re willing to put in some thought and a little effort. Most moms will deflect, saying that they don’t need anything and just want to spend the day with their family. While there is… more
Today is Vermont’s annual Town Meeting Day, where tradition is for each town to hold a public meeting for neighbors to gather and discuss and vote on issues of importance to the community. Over the years, Town Meetings have evolved to accommodate changing lifestyles, but the purpose remains the same. The meeting can be a… more
