Handmade is the tangible result of an artist’s passion. Handmade is the sharing of enthusiasm from the artist’s heart to the recipient’s soul. When you buy handmade, you acknowledge this passion and enthusiasm, and you desire to have a piece of it as your own. When you shop local, you are likely to support someone you know, or… Read More Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Draw That Pig}
Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton runs many train excursions along the Pocono Mountain seasonally. Especially delightful are the short trips in the fall to view the gorgeous foliage. Last weekend my kids, my boyfriend and I hopped aboard a vintage train and spent the afternoon enjoying the sites and each other’s company. It was an… Read More A train excursion on the historic Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad
Have you been noticing over the last few years, more and more local artisans are selling their wares? I sure have. And, indeed, I am one of those artisans. Here is the bigger question — have you been buying from those local artisans over the last few years? Hmm … that is something to think about. There is no denying… Read More Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Sharp Dressed Dog}
Do you love the Peanuts Gang as much as I do? Give someone special a non-candy gift this Halloween season!… Read More It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! {and handmade Pillowcases to celebrate Halloween}
I love fall. (Did I mention that before?) Actually, I love how all the seasons make their beautiful debut and subtle exit over the course of the year here in Northeast Pennsylvania. I truly cannot imagine living in a place where these distinct seasons do not exist. One of my favorite things about fall is… Read More A visit to Ritter’s {and a recipe for apple pancakes}