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Under Contract: 1-3 Douglas Street in Worcester MA 1-3 Douglas Street, Worcester MA Congratulations to my buyers who just put this 4-family home in Worcester under contact. This is a fantastic investment for them on a neat and tidy street in South Worcester, located smack dab between Clark Univer...

 Signs of the Holidays in Sturbridge MA  The Sturbridge Town Common Glimmers with Hoiday Lights  Southbridge Credit Union on Main Street is All Decked Out We had the first official snow of the year on Sunday, and its beautiful magic prompted me to go around Sturbridge and find signs of the holida...

Five Swans a Swimming on Lake Quinsigamond  The cold weather is here, which means we rowers have to turn to off-water training. While working out recently, I looked out to the lake and saw this beautiful group of swans paddling around. Every now and then, one of them would stop to dive (supposedl...

Snow is Coming!  When it comes to winter, I am as excited as a little kid. The first snow is magical to me. All those beautiful crystals decorating the world - it creates a festive energy to the air. Tomorrow, the forecast predicts 2-4 inches of snow for my town, and I will have my boots and mitt...

Paying It Forward with Literacy Volunteers "If someone wants to live in the U.S., they should learn to speak the language!" Have you ever heard someone spout that belief? I hear it on a regular basis, and it infuriates me. People from other countries come to the United States for a variety of rea...

Day 9 of Thanks Giving: The Family Tree  The idea of a tree as a metaphor for the structure of family has always appealed to me. Our family gives us roots and a base upon which to branch out. If we are lucky, we have the opportunity to grow the family tree as we make our way in life.I am fortunat...

Giving Thanks Day 8: Snow Lake Quinsigamond in winter. Snow creates mandatory time off from rowing.  Snow.This four-letter word emits a range of emotions among folks who live in the north. Of the four seasons, winter seems to last the longest, and for many people, snow is often a villain. Snow sl...

Artists' Open Studios of Northeast Connecticut 2017 The holiday season is ramping up, which means it is time for the annual Artists' Open Studios of Northeast Connecticut. This event, held each year just after Thanksgiving, provides the general public with the opportunity to tour the workshops an...

Giving Thanks Day 7: So Thankful for Chili A cold, windy day in New England calls for large pots on the stove with yummy ingredients simmering within: clam chowder, bisque, and...my favorite - chili.Saute some onions, add ground meat, infuse with spices. Chop some peppers, maybe a bit of jalapeno...

Day 6: Wonderful Book Club Buddies  Earlier today, I spent a couple of hours with my wonderful friends in my book club. Our group has evolved to become a cook and book club, as I am sure many book clubs do. Each month, we read a book and then gather at one member's home for dinner and to discuss ...