photo of the day...When oh when will leaves be on this lovely tree?

Two great places to eat in Lowell, MA

I'm not sure how many of you get there, but Lowell, MA has its own unique flavor of history and culture that is not to be missed.

It also has some great places to eat.  

If you like mediterranean food, Olympia restaurant is not to be missed.  It's cheap, the atmosphere is cozy yet elegant and the food portions are generous.  Check out their menu and location information at http://www.newolympia.com.  

Another gem, if you are a yogi or if you simply prefer delicious, organic food, is Live Alive restaurant.  They have free wifi, a cafe atmosphere, friendly staff and a wide array of menu items, all of which are made from all natural, fresh daily ingredients.  The only thing about them is they are a bit pricey, but honestly worth every penny.  Try their Elvis Alive Smoothie...to die for..

For more information visit their website at http://www.lifealive.com.

I'll be checking out Keene, NH on Friday so look for that to come!

Take care and best to all!

Happy New Year!

Hi Everyone,

I want to wish you a Happy New Year 2009.  I hope you have become energized by the thought of a new year with all of it's possibilities and promises.  Make resolutions, but know that you have the power to create change in your life.  Pick up a new hobby, start saving for a vacation, start reading again, etc.  Whatever your pleasure.  DO SOMETHING NEW AND EXCITING!

I hope you all enjoyed the holiday season.  It is always a stress, but when it's over the letdown makes me kind of sad.  All of the preparations, making the food, decorating, buying presents, then finally the day arrives when you give those presents and show off those decorations and share all of the food-and then it's over.  It's one day.  It always makes me sad.  But, every year, I enjoy preparing for that day.

So, I hope you all treat yourselves well this year.  There is a new president, new change, and I think we will be seeing a lot of history.  Celebrate your own history.  Have fun and be adventurous....!  You won't be sorry!!

The Joys of the Holiday Season

Hi All!

It's definitely been a while.  Things were a little rocky there for a while but I'm back into the swing of things.  I have structure and purpose and life is good.

I'm excited about the holiday season this year and I hope we can all celebrate the joy of the season in this economic crisis that our country is currently facing.  We still have each other and that is more important than gifts and spending money.  Personally, I can't wait to create new memories and connect with my family and friends.

So, celebrate!  Listen to your Christmas tunes and dance around your place of living....it's fun and puts you in the spirit.  And above all, know that you are loved!

Enjoy!

The pigs

Today I saw the baby pigs that were born recently on the farm and I got a funny picture of the mother pig.....enjoy

AH, the Bakery

Hi everyone!

This week I got a job transfer at the farm to work in the bakery. It is delightful. The people are positive and delightful and being in the environment is soothing.

This week I made pizza, sorbet, mousse, cheesecake, bread and added touches to other peoples' delicicies.

My mom is visiting tomorrow (yyeah!!!) so I am looking forward to that..

And I saw some amazing modern dancing at an outdoor theatre in the Berkshires. The dance and the scenery were breathtaking....

I'm still laughing too!

Love you all!

Life on the Farm

So I went from living in a farmhouse to working and living on a farm in western, ma.

It's a lot of hard work so far, but worth it and I will keep you posted on the happenings....

If anyone wants to get in touch with me via snail mail email me and I will give you my address...

Love you all!