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Weekend in Vermont

September 14, 2017September 14, 2017 ~ Caroline ~ Leave a comment

Last Friday, we packed up the kids and drove to Vermont for a weekend of hiking and spiritual retreat at a grand old house called Thendara. The group we joined there -- a motley crew of anglican/episcopal/catholic friends of all ages -- has been gathering for years to hike, reflect, worship, and enjoy big pancake … Continue reading Weekend in Vermont

Blue Shutters

August 9, 2017August 9, 2017 ~ Caroline ~ 4 Comments

All of a sudden, here we are rushing into the golden days of August -- a season brimming with delights here in New England. After 16 years here, I'm still exhilarated by the beauty that unfolds before us each summer.  It commands a pause. And thank goodness for that, because these last couple months have … Continue reading Blue Shutters

An Impromptu Evening with Matisse

July 7, 2017July 7, 2017 ~ Caroline ~ 1 Comment

After a busy June, we suddenly realized the Matisse exhibit at the MFA Boston was closing in a matter of days! Now, we are not terribly spontaneous people, so it should give you a good indication of our true and undying love for Matisse that we dropped everything, packed up the kids and some sandwiches, … Continue reading An Impromptu Evening with Matisse

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Ryan and George pruned the dappled willow, and the cast-offs are so pretty all on their own!
“Just yesterday I watched an ant crossing a path, through the
Happy weekend! #bestbedhead
Early June mornings are full of beautiful surprises! There is just nothing like a quiet walk in the garden to start the day.
A little Guinta-McDonnell-Parys family weekend… just look at these kids and their baby sibs growing like weeds!
Had the best walk through the public garden tonight, with the scent of lilacs drifting around every turn in the path. Magic!

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— Anne Lamott

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