Undeniably one of the best times of year for our taste buds is fall. From the abundance of squash choices to the crisp crunch of a Macintosh apple, the air is filled with the lingering scent of cinnamon-spiked treats that are not only tasty, but healthy to boot (pun intended—‘tis indeed the time of year…

It turns out 65 is the awkward age of aging: older, but not yet old. I’ve got all the energy necessary to hurt myself. Earlier this season, I had a wonderful week gardening. I dug out and moved four junipers and sawed down a dozen or so small trees. I felt invigorated, until a few…

I realize that the thought of consuming hot broth at this point of the season is less than pleasant–but hear me out. Bone broth is the most powerful beautifying “supplement” out there. Loaded with minerals and collagen, this super easy liquid (or gelatin if made correctly and chilled), has the ability to repair digestive issues…

Hiking is by far my favorite form of exercise–luckily, in Vermont we have an abundance of hiking trails with no shortage of new terrain to explore. One of the best aspects of this type of activity is that it can be enjoyed year-round. Whether trekking up the snowy hills of Pico fastened into snowshoes or…

In my last column I mentioned that we often do “out of character” things when dating in order to show our flexibility. I was first tested in that regard back in 1974 when my future husband, Peter, taught me how to fish. I had never been in a boat and had never held a fishing…

Little did we know that this fabulous nut had microscopic udders that we could milk, to slurp up the goodness that is almond milk! Kidding aside, the demand for almond milk has grown substantially over the past few years–and doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon. In 2014 an industry report, “Dairy and Alternative Dairy…

Summer is my favorite season. I’m happier when the sun is shining, the air is warm and the days are much longer. I’ve also discovered that it is a lot easier this time of year when I find love or when love finds me. Finding summer love first became a pattern during the seven years…

By Karen Lorentz Editor’s Note: Country Roads is an occasional column about people, places and things Vermont. Living on a country road in Vermont, I am a big fan of the John Denver hit, “Country Roads,” especially the phrase “to a place I belong.” When we were new to full-time living in Vermont on a…

Even though Mission Farm Road gives the semblance of being a private road, it is a mile-long town road (TH#38) that bypasses an otherwise unremarkable (save the Skyeship base lodge) stretch of Route 4. Traffic varies from very few cars per day to a burst of pickup trucks that comes through at quitting time, usually…

Too much sun can lead to premature aging, painful burns, and, with repeated overexposure, the potential development of cancer. But the sun is also essential for Vitamin D. Like many things in life, striking a balance is the key. Surprisingly, this is easier said than done.  There are two primary contradicting beliefs about the sun–one…

When someone I felt close with passes on, it helps put perspective on life and love. It makes me reflect on those who make a difference, support me and are a safety net. I want to cherish every moment I have on this wonderful earth because I never know what will happen. I have a strong…

Submitted Holly Gonyeau On June 17, at about 5:50 p.m., Holly Gonyeau, 36, of Ferrisburgh, was traveling south on Greenbush Road in Ferrisburgh when her 2013 Chevrolet Cruz struck a bicycle ridden by Kenneth Najarian, age 60, of Charlotte, who was also traveling south. Najarian died at the scene as a result of the injuries…

John Dempsey KILLINGTON — An informal celebration of the life of John Dempsey, who passed away on May 15, will be held at Outback Pizza on Killington Road from 6-9 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. Community members and those who knew John are welcome to join and share stories. Free free to bring photos to share…

While the intensity of the peepers has diminished somewhat since they burst onto the scene several weeks ago, their din still blankets the evening. Their mating calls at dusk provide the soundtrack for a walk down Mission Farm Road, formerly Route 4. Their noise covers the various bird calls that also mark the crepuscular hours.…

John Dempsey, born July 31, 1947, passed away peacefully at home and was discovered on May 15, 2015. Dempsey was born in Seattle, then lived in Framingham, Mass., and Killington, Vt. Son of the late Robert and Marie Dempsey, he is survived by sisters Danielle Glimcher and Mary McConnell, nieces Tracey Cadima and Kim McConnell,…