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As the World Burns

I made it a personal vow to keep away from the news for the last two months.
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As the World Burns

Our Life

Farewell, '24

Is it obvious yet what I've resolved in 2025? Before I could even sit and write, I
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Farewell, '24

Food and Drink, Medina, NY

Our 4 Favorite Patios in Medina, NY

As August wanes and autumn begins to descend on our little corner of WNY, we find ourselves
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Food and Drink, Medina, NY

Our 4 Favorite Patios in Medina, NY

Our house with a fresh blanket of snow during the Christmas Holiday season in Medina, NY. Western New York has some of the most beautiful winters.
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Christmas in July? I'll pass this time.

Whether it's December or July, my love of celebrating Christmas runs deep. Outdoor lights, trees, cookies, music,
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Christmas in July? I'll pass this time.

The 685th Minute: What We’ve Learned in 4 Years

Our two month wedding anniversary is still a couple days away, but in the meantime we have another one to celebrate: four years ago, after several discussions, we published our very first post, or what we lovingly refer to as “The First Minute.”  The First Minute Now here we are, publishing our

The New “DC” : DIY and Cocktails

At one time in our lives, we were a location – all things DC. Then we moved and became the Dating Couple. And after this weekend, it is safe to say that we have evolved once more and are now focused on all things DIY and Cocktails.  Between my love of home

Our Guide To Mastering Autumn In Western New York

While the start of fall brings us a lot of excitement, it also is very challenging. This fall represents the first one with Alix back in the classroom and us officially owning Fox Cross Farm. Needless to say, the days are flying by much too quickly during our favorite season… Fall will happen

Because….Tacos.

Happy National Taco Day!! We obviously are taking the opportunity to celebrate accordingly, but we are doing it at home as we are hosting Scott’s parents for a dinner/movie night at Fox Cross. Scott found a great recipe for Taco Bake, so we’re heading into the kitchen in a few minutes to

Join us!! Dining Out for Life, October 10th!

There are some causes that run so deep for us we cannot help but do our part here on the blog. Of all the organizations that we are committed to being a part, raising awareness and money for HIV/AIDS is something of personal interest. Scott tells the story here…. After such a

It’s National Coffee Day, Have A Cocktail

By midmorning on the ordinary day I’m at least 2 cups of coffee in. News of National Coffee Day won’t change this morning routine, but might alter the way I end it. That’s because I love the idea of coffee cocktails, I just hate the idea of using actual coffee in the drink.