What Does Living a Simple Life Mean?
From the start of the New Year for 2013, A LOT has happened….and it’s only January 31st! But...
more infoAny Mompreneur’s Out There?
I love when I meet other women that also took the plunge to start their own business. Last week, I had the...
more infoGet Ready for NYC’s 4th Winter Wine Festival
She’s back….New York City’s 4th Winter Wine Festival. In previous years, this now annual...
more infoTry Local Beers, Wines and Spirits this New Year
One of the most popular and easiest things to purchase for people during the Holiday’s is always alcohol. ...
more infoYour Local Holiday Gift Guide
Christmas is quickly approaching, which means less and less time to get that perfect gift for family members,...
more info‘Tis the Season at Sono Market Place and Jone’s Tree Farm
This weekend was the kick start to Christmas for me. For most, it’s tradition to get their Christmas tree...
more infoHave You Found the Perfect Gift Yet for the Holiday’s?
Let me make some suggestions to help you get a thoughtful, beautiful gift. And feel good about it, because...
more infoGreat Gift Ideas – Go Local this Holiday!
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more info“The Meat House” in Avon – Not Your Typical Butcher’s Market
Have you ever gone to a butcher for better quality meat, but felt like you were in an insane asylum? The white...
more infoConnecticut’s Sweet Spot, Lyman Orchards – Family Fun, Great Food & Championship Golf
If you’re looking for an easy going, fun and memorable day trip with the family, then I highly suggest...
more info25 Amazing Facts About Food
Recently a friend of mine and I were chatting online about health and nutrition and it seemed we both had the...
more infoStarting Your Own Business Is Easier Than You Think With VentureMom.com
I have been receiving the VentureMom e-newsletter for quite awhile now and I’m always amazed at the stories...
more infoWhy Knowing Where Your Meat Comes From Is Valuable
I read this story written by Ryan Fibiger, owner and head butcher of Craft Butchery in Westport, and thought it...
more infoFall Apple & Pumpkin Picking
Have you had the pleasure of picking fresh apples yet this year? How about choosing your very own pumpkin? My...
more info“Mastering Mommy Brain”
I had the pleasure of meeting Dana with Mastering Mommy Brain well over a year ago while pregnant with her second...
more infoNew Business: Back Up Better – Vehicle Safety Products
“It’s simple. We’re a group of parents with SUVs and Minivans, just like you.” I would...
more infoFall Fun & Big Country Fairs in the next 2 Weeks
Are you ready to enjoy all the Fall Festivals and Big Country Fairs Connecticut has to offer? Well within the...
more infoGreat Website for Family Fun Activities
What I love about my community is that there are so many great moms and dads that are proactive in their kids...
more infoGet Raw Over Milk
I personally LOVE raw milk. It’s a little thicker, it’s creamier and actually has a taste to it,...
more infoA Local Farmer’s Message: Changing the System
I read this post from the Westport Farmer’s Market Newsletter. I loved John Boy’s honesty in what he...
more infoKids Events & Farmers’ Markets
There’s some great things happening on this beautiful weekend coming up that I want to tell you about. So...
more info2. Hello Organic Farming!
Being that I grew up in Darien, CT, we didn’t have many farms around us to go to and get fresh veggies. ...
more infoLocal “Stuff”
Hello everyone, my name is Carissa and thank you so much for checking out the site. Be sure to come back each...
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