The Day Before New Year
Twas the day before New Year and all along the lakes Not a creature was stirring, just tons of new snow flakes! Not a single boat could be seen in…
I Finally Have Enough Time
Ever since I have been writing this blog, I write something about “time” after Christmas. It’s a subject that weighs heavily on our minds this time of the year. My…
Don’t Let the Grinch Steal Your Christmas
Due to the recent tragic events in Newton Connecticut where 20 children and six adults were murdered, I can’t help but get the feeling that some very evil force has…
Hope for the New Year
We keep hoping that the Boathouse Restaurant over at Thendara will some day reopen. It was one of our favorite places to bring visitors, our children, and our grandchildren during…
A Christmas Celebration For Children of All Ages
As Christmas approaches, many people head to the mall to do their Christmas shopping. But not me as I usually head in the opposite direction just to get away from…
American Made!
During the Holiday Season, small town retailers are trying their best to find some kind of niche market where their products will stand out from all of the other products…
Small Town Holiday Decorations in the Finger Lakes
According to an article that I recently read on Yahoo! Finance, the most popular travel destination during the holidays is Disneyland, Florida. But for most of us who live in…
There’s No Place Like Home!
Our annual Thanksgiving visit to Jeff and Susan’s home in southern Pennsylvania who host an annual outdoor turkey fry was a lot of fun. The weather was perfect for our…
Celebrating Thanksgiving in the Finger Lakes
Preparations for Thanksgiving Day are well underway in the Finger Lakes. It’s my favorite holiday and time to be with family and friends. First of all, I’m thankful for my…
“And These Few Precious Days”….
I can’t help but think about “September Song” (click here), written by Bryan Ferry and set to music by Kurt Weill, when we have a few beautiful sunny days, even…