Yesterday I shared about our decision to have a family vacation on Anderson Island, located in Puget Sound Washington. We had done a lot of planning ahead of time and we were well prepared to enjoy our time on the island. Anderson Island ended up being the perfect place to gather and although the islandContinue reading “Exploring Anderson Island”
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Planning an Island Vacation
There are many types of islands on which to have an island vacation. There are beautiful tropical islands, islands off the coast of Maine as well as islands in Puget Sound. Since all four of our grown children have chosen to call the Pacific Northwest home we decided to have a mini reunion on AndersonContinue reading “Planning an Island Vacation”
Hiking the Appalachian Trail
Vermont has two major trail systems, the Long Trail and the Appalachian Trail. We are lucky enough to have both trails intersecting not far from our house. Recently we had friends up for a few days; the weather was perfect so we decided to hike the Appalachian Trail. There is a wonderful short hike inContinue reading “Hiking the Appalachian Trail”
Guilford Fair Weekend
Recently we found ourselves in Guilford, CT for the weekend visiting my mother-in-law. We realized it was also the Guilford Fair weekend. The previous two years we had attended the fair because both my husband and I graduated from Guilford High School and had class reunions which were held on the Guilford Fair weekend. Continue reading “Guilford Fair Weekend”
Recycling Hazardous Waste
If you have been reading my blog for any length of time you know we are trying to sell our home. In preparation for an eventual move we have been cleaning out and decluttering. As we cleaned out the garage we collected various cans of old paint, varnish, paint thinners etc. The question was howContinue reading “Recycling Hazardous Waste”
4 Reasons to Give Blood
I try to give blood whenever I can. Since I am A negative I can also give double blood. There are many good reasons why you should be a blood donor, every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood and more than 41,000 blood donations are needed every day, according to the AmericanContinue reading “4 Reasons to Give Blood”
Why Do I Need An Estate Plan?
If you’re like many people, you’ve thought about making an estate plan, but you just never get around to doing it. Perhaps you’re too busy, or maybe you’d rather avoid considering what will happen in the even of your incapacity or death. Although these concerns are understandable, estate planning is a vital component of yourContinue reading “Why Do I Need An Estate Plan?”
Out & About: Groton, Vermont
Once a summer my husband and I drive to Groton, Vermont to visit a dear friend of the family. He has a wonderful farmhouse there that sits up on a hillside. Sitting on his porch enjoying the view has got to one of the highlights of our summer. Even on a misty morning the viewContinue reading “Out & About: Groton, Vermont”
Summer Break – It’s Time
After much consideration I have decided to step away from my blog, Nancy On The Home Front, and take a summer break. At least somewhat of a break. I will still be co-hosting the Homestead Blog Hop on Thursdays and sharing recipes on Friday. I’ll also be sharing some guest posts periodically. When IContinue reading “Summer Break – It’s Time”
Showy Lady’s Slippers in Abundance
Close to where I live in Vermont is a 40-acre sanctuary, called Eshqua Bog, jointly owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy and the New England Wild Flower Society. The New England Wild Flower society declared Eshqua Blog, “a treasure of Vermont flora.” A place with “exceptional aesthetic, educational and scientific value.” This bog hasContinue reading “Showy Lady’s Slippers in Abundance”
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