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BLESSINGS

Posted on April 28, 2013 by admin

This is the time of year that Bob and I reflect on our years of innkeeping at the Canterbury House.  You see, May 4, 1998 was the day the Canterbury House became ours and our lives changed in ways, we … Continue reading →

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Holidays and Traditions

Posted on December 9, 2012 by admin

To quote Tevye, from the Fiddler on the Roof…..Traditions!    What would we do without our treasured family traditions?  It doesn’t matter if times are tough or times are good…..they are always important. I have many many traditions that are important … Continue reading →

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Santa has arrived at the Canterbury House!

Posted on November 23, 2012 by admin

Here it is, the day after Thanksgiving and Bob and I are continuing traditions that were started when we were both kids….decorating for Christmas.  The lights were strung outside, decorations were taken out and the decorating began.   Now, in those … Continue reading →

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Twinkle Twinkle

Posted on November 19, 2012 by admin

This is what I saw coming through the village of Woodstock this morning, Monday November 19th @ 8:00 am.  It is official…..the holidays are coming, the holidays are coming !  Chippers a local tree service company again has graciously donated their time … Continue reading →

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Fat Toad Farm

Posted on October 25, 2012 by admin

On Tuesday, Bob and I decided to go out and play for a bit.  We decided to go visit Fat Toad Farm, a Central Vermont goat dairy.  They specialize in Goat’s Milk Caramel sauces and fresh goat cheeses.  They are … Continue reading →

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Hint of Color, Week 3

Posted on October 4, 2012 by admin

Here are more shots of our barometer tree…..I think this will be the last shots of this tree.  Columbus Day Week-end is upon us.   Colors haven’t peaked in this area yet.  Trees have more popping to do.  Even with their subtle … Continue reading →

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Foliage Color is Starting

Posted on September 27, 2012 by admin

Yesterday Bob and I had to go to Rutland, VT and this is what we saw driving over Killington.    It is very exciting…..seeing Red…..We like red.  Looks like the colors are showing great promise.   They will only get better and … Continue reading →

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A Hint of Color, Week 2

Posted on September 22, 2012 by admin

I thought I would share our “barometer tree” with you again, a week later.  This past week brought some down right chilly temps over night and warm sunny days—That perfect combination, for fall colors.  The rain storm that predicted high winds, … Continue reading →

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Worthy Burger Restaurant

Posted on September 21, 2012 by admin

Oh, the sacrifices Bob and I make for our guests…..Last night we drove to South Royalton, VT  (Vermont Law School Country), to try a brand new restaurant  (open 3 1/2 weeks).  It is a wee bit of a drive from … Continue reading →

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Views from Mt. Tom

Posted on September 20, 2012 by admin

Last Sunday, I told Bob “Take a Hike! Now, don’t take off your hiking boots…..I know what you are thinking!  We were meeting friends for dinner that evening, so he wouldn’t be able to get in his normal 2-4 mile … Continue reading →

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A Hint of Color

Posted on September 15, 2012 by admin

Every year, right after Labor Day, we watch this tree as it starts to change, from our patio. Every year, we think “it’s too early” but as predictable as our thoughts are, this tree proves us wrong.   We realized this morning, … Continue reading →

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Bennington, Vermont Garlic Festival

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Last week-end (Labor Day), we had some friends visiting from New Jersey and we were looking to have some fun, so we drove down to the Bennington Garlic Festival.  Yes, you read it right…..A garlic festival in Vermont!  One MORE … Continue reading →

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WOW, WHAT A PARTY!

Posted on August 29, 2012 by admin

  Last night, Woodstock put on a community free dinner to commemorate our recovery from tropical storm Irene.  What a difference a year makes!  Great food, perfect weather, terrific community spirit.  This was an amazing event….this free dinner fed over … Continue reading →

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Vermont Is Strong!

Posted on August 16, 2012 by admin

As the anniversary of Tropical storm Irene approaches, August 28th, it is nice to be able to say “What a difference a year makes!”  It is amazing to see how Vermont’s recovery has progressed.  It has been a year of hard … Continue reading →

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Way Cool………………..

Posted on July 23, 2012 by admin

Just thought you might enjoy seeing what I saw around 6:20 AM on Saturday morning, passing the front door of the Canterbury House. Participants in the Vermont 100 mile Endurance Run….for humans and yes, humans on horseback!!  Can you imagine … Continue reading →

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