I come from a family of bird-watchers, photographers, artists, and hikers. When I was young, my family would drag me out of bed at six or seven in the morning declaring that we were already running late for prime observation time. We would drive past dozens of houses, over the bridge to plum Read More
Giving Thanks and Choosing Gratitude in Newburyport
November plants the seed of thanks in all of our minds because of Thanksgiving Day. It’s easy to say, “thank you” and be thankful for all of the goodness around us. But let’s go a little deeper this month and be grateful. Gratitude is a way of being that’s different from giving thanks in one Read More
Enjoy a Safe and Fun Fall in Newburyport
Newburyport is magical in October and November. The air is chilly and crisp. Leaves crunch against the brick sidewalks as you walk through the city streets. Hay bales and scarecrows dress State Street. Crowds of people with hot beverages in hand pop into shops and restaurants. Halloween is Read More
Foreign Exchange Students Enrich Newburyport Life
I distinctly recall the moment that I met Linus. It was four years ago and I had just dragged myself through my front door, red and sweaty from Cross Country practice, only to be introduced for the very first time to my brother’s new German exchange student. Rather than feel embarrassed, I Read More
Will You Savor Newburyport this Fall
Schedule the babysitter or dog-sitter. Savor Newburyport starts on Thursday, September 17th! From fitness classes to late night snacks, book signings to 3 course meals, this inaugural 10-day event has something for everyone. Seriously though, they had me at eat, shop, and exercise. Read More
Newburyport Parks Nurture with Nature
There is no denying the magic of Maudslay State Park. It remains the place where I saw my first bald eagle. Magic. Long ago, a friend and I went cross-country skiing through the woods and it was so cold that our car wouldn’t start after the ski. I have spent many days walking with my sister or Read More
Slowing Down The Summer in Newburyport
Summer is always a highly anticipated time of year for us New Englanders. After such harsh winters, we passionately look forward to three months of sun and fun. At times, we put so much energy into making every summer the best summer ever -- packing the calendar with places to go and things to Read More
Saving Summer Vacation on the New England Coastline
Time Magazine had a recent cover story entitled “Who Killed Summer Vacation?”. The article brought focus to the sad fact that many American workers have been discouraged or even prevented from taking vacation time at corporate jobs. Many that do take time off limit it to one week at most, in Read More
Going Green with Organic Gardening in Greater Newburyport
I like the idea of gardening, just not the digging your hands in dirt with worms part. Frankly, gardening can stress me out. Am I overwatering? Why is the plant turning brown? Did I plant it deep enough? Too close? Is this a good bug? Bad bug? But I love food! And I love a gorgeous Read More
Is Greater Newburyport Ready for a Woman on the $20
It is not without some concern that as much as the 21st century is all about change, it is remarkable to look at the things that have stayed the same. This is symbolized by our drab, green U.S. currency. While none of the presidents who served in my lifetime are on our U.S. currency, (the Read More