I only just recently sat down to begin the process of putting together the outline of my annual end-of-the-year recap that I publish right before or in the early morning hours of New Year’s Eve, since it typically takes a long time to pick what news stories/headlines to feature, cite sources, gather photos and links, […]
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August is always such a bittersweet month to me. While I am undoubtedly and unapologetically excited for all the things I have planned in the Fall – I also adore the Summertime, especially as a lifelong New Englander – and August serves as a reminder that the season is coming to an end, time is […]
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August has been such a busy month for me that I’m still in a state of disbelief that it’s almost over. I’ve had to remind myself a few times in recent weeks that it’s perfectly acceptable to stop and take a breath or a break from time to time – but I’ve been having so […]
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It’s been quite an interesting few days weather/climate-wise here in New England this week. On Saturday, I awoke to the aftermath of an overnight snow and ice storm that left enough sleet and sludge on the road that the plows had to be taken out of storage to clear the streets before anyone could safely […]
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Although I’m recovering from a Springtime cold/sinus issue this week (typical for me in the Springtime!) this past weekend I was feeling fantastic, the weather was lovely, and I decided to take the “wake up and smell the roses” expression quite literally- although I replaced “roses” with “daffodils”, instead. Every April, the wonderful and picturesque […]
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It’s no secret that I love Newport, Rhode Island. It’s where I rang in 2021– and it’s where I spend a lot of time in the Fall and Winter since the scenery is always breathtaking. I love the area in the Summertime, too- but it tends to get a little crowded along the beaches, the […]
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For New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day/New Year’s Weekend- I had wanted to do something extravagant and decadent since I intended to (violently) shove 2020 out the door and ring in 2021 on my own- all while still being safe, masked, and socially distanced to protect both myself and others. While simply ordering takeout and staying […]
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Coffee & Chiffon 