Posts in FAMILY FUN
Making Gardening Memories with Kids

“Sharing the beauty and joy of nature with our kids can create priceless memories. And one of the easiest ways to do that is by involving children in the gardening process. From seed to plate, kids can enjoy every step along the way and be…”

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The Amiable Traveler - A Three-Day, Must-See Itinerary to Boston

“…must-see Boston sights and experiences into one blog post. Here you will find all the best tips from my years of experience taking friends and family around Boston and exploring Boston on my own. This post will map out a three-day Boston itinerary that includes, what I will refer to as: Historic Boston, Beautiful Boston, and Delightful Boston…”

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THE AMIABLE TRAVELER - GUIDE TO SEEING THE LUPINES IN SUGAR HILL, NH

“June is lupine season in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, and every year we head to Sugar Hill to walk in the lupine fields. A small community of flower devotees, the people of Sugar Hill have planted sweeping vistas of blooming lupines and welcome visitors to come…”

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AGE APPROPRIATE CHORES FOR KIDS

“…Whether it’s spring cleaning, weekly tasks, or Saturday chore days, getting kids involved in the care and keeping of their home has value. It teaches them responsibility and lifelong skills that will serve them well. It grounds them in the thought that everyone who lives in the home has a duty to take care…”

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THE AMIABLE TRAVELER - GUIDE TO A LATE WINTER VISIT TO THE LYMAN CONSERVATORY

“Looking for something to do in the late-winter in New England? A fun day trip escape filled with fresh flowers, earthy aromas, and warmth? Plan a visit to the Lyman Conservatory’s Bulb Show, hosted the first two weeks of…”

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THE AMIABLE TRAVELER - GUIDE TO WHISTLEPIG PAVILION IN STOWE, VERMONT

“One of our family’s favorite New England winter traditions is enjoying a classic Swiss raclette grill at…”

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Burns Night Meal at Home

“If you’d like to pay homage to the poet, or if you’d just like to enjoy a fine meal on Burns’ Night as though you were in Scotland, but in your own home, here’s a simple, easy meal designed to invoke Scotland and make your tastebuds dance a reel…”

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Classic Movie List

I was inspired in this idea by a lecture given by a friend, who is a film professor, many years ago. He asserted that there are certain films that everyone should see, as they are part of our “cultural literacy”. Our guiding framework for the list was to finish the statement, “In their lifetime, everyone should see ______________”.

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