Local Scene: Santa’s Landing Spot
The image of Santa Claus joyfully greeting wide-eyed children at the mall near a giant Christmas tree will likely endure for centuries to come. After all, the scene itself is a tradition. Even if you do not believe in Santa, or in Christmas for that matter, there is something undeniably magical about the innocent, absolutely … Read More
Posted onYour Holiday To-Do List
You may feel discouraged if your listing expires and your home has been on the market for several months with apparently no buyer in sight. Giving up will not lift your spirits or improve your chances, and continuing with the same strategy could yield the same results. Re-thinking your decision to sell? Don’t give up. … Read More
Posted onComing Home
Gray Monday in the Green Mountains, but cheer is in the air as people travel and gather for the upcoming Thanksgiving meal. “Coming home” has different meanings to different people. To some, it is the anticipation of a quiet evening in front of the fireplace in the new home that up until this moment had … Read More
Posted onLocal Scene: Johnson Woolen Mills
Enduring landmarks are testimony to a community’s economic sustainability and to the creative industry of its citizens. Do you remember arriving at your yearly vacation destination and feeling that sort of reassurance that descends upon us when we reach familiar, trusted territory? This is what it feels like to return to Stowe and area towns. … Read More
Posted onTailored Rentals
The holiday season is approaching and it might be nice to rent a home for an extended vacation to experience a glimpse of the neighborhood or lifestyle that appeals to you. If you have never done this, you may not know quite where to begin or what to expect. This is an interesting exercise, because … Read More
Posted onBlessed Be Thy Skis
What do you get when you do a search using the words “who skis?” on a nearly-winter-but-not-quite-sure-yet day? Why, a benediction from the Pope himself. The Stowe ski season is scheduled to open this Saturday, November 20. It appears we must have faith, in spite of the current “balmy” weather. You know what they say: … Read More
Posted on476 Squirrel Lane
A neighbor or friend shows you a landscape she has recently painted. Immediately, and with absolute certainty, you announce, “I do not have that sort of talent or creativity”. Excuse me? You don’t? Then how do you explain how your mind instantly embarks on a creative, visual journey complete with perfect scenery and composition whenever … Read More
Posted onSgt. MacKenzie
Many remember the movie “We Were Soldiers” and its poignant soundtrack. I have never seen this movie, yet I know it comes to mind for so many Americans who have watched fathers, mothers, siblings and friends leave for combat and who have gone themselves. Many do not return; those who return are changed for life. … Read More
Posted onLocal Scene: The Mapled Nut Company
A few moments ago, my colleague Lisa Grady walked in and placed a box of mixed nuts from Morristown-based Mapled Nut Company in front of me. My early morning decision to not stuff myself with sweets today did not hold up for one second, and I have no regrets. “Simply scrumptious”, is all I can … Read More
Posted onFor Sale – Snow Castle
In New England, we are blessed with four distinct seasons. Though we are used to this, for some reason we often imagine the home selling strategy must involve warm days with green or orange rustling leaves and bright sunshine. For home buyers who travel to this area to enjoy winter activities, a perfect day may … Read More
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