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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
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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.
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Happy #37, Scott!

To the man who wears a million hats, has a million responsibilities, and gives me a million reasons to smile every day – Happy Birthday, Scott!!! For you, Scott: This birthday post serves as one of your presents as well. As I looked back through the dozens of posts that you have
December 1, 2020
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Our Life Pups

The Hardest Goodbyes: To Our Beautiful Boy, Cado.

It took months to write about Ivan after we said goodbye. And here I am, 24 hours later, willing my fingers to do my best friend justice to ease the ache and pain of a house that suddenly feels shuttered without him.  On Thursday November 12th, we lost our best friend.  Cado
November 14, 2020
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A Summer I Always Wish to Remember

Summer vibes on our farm. The pool is beautiful during the summer and it's relaxing for all the right reasons.
Scott, bless his heart, just reminded me as he moved toward the kitchen to check our dinner-in-progress, that I promised to write a post today bidding summer farewell, and ushering in autumn with the warmest welcome. It’s only because he is in there making my dinner (as I furiously lesson plan and
September 22, 2020
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Dating Lists Medina, NY

Why I Love Weddings

I’m not going to sugarcoat it – I love weddings. The ceremony, the decor, watching two friends say “I do,” it’s all wonderful.  This weekend we’re going to get a little bit of everything. The 2020 wedding season is certainly different. Not only does it matter what pocket square you opt for,
September 18, 2020
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To the Teachers: Just Try Your Best

Do you hear that? That’s the sound of teachers – our family, friends, and neighbors – preparing for the first day of school. As I keep one eye on Alix as she works out entirely new approaches for the first day, I can’t help but think of all our teachers a little
September 8, 2020
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Is it really September?

I woke up this morning and realized the days are getting shorter. The sun wasn’t shining through the front of our house like it has for months, instead it was dark. As Labor Day approaches, it’s just another sign that cooler weather will soon follow. While we haven’t always been the best
September 4, 2020
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