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Yup, I’m fired up. In a good way of course!  That said, not much really fires me up, but this weeks big progress on the fireplace truly lights my fire with delight. I’m…

Okay no I’m no rocker dude but I am a stone guy.  No, not a stoner nor a Rolling Stones fan, either. Of course I mean rather natural stone as…

I love horses and love to ride. Like most people I don’t get to indulge my passion for riding as much as I’d like, so it is extra special when…

I love to celebrate, and years ago I had a realization: why should we only celebrate the birthdate itself when we can celebrate the entire month? Thus the birthday fest…

Today is celebrated by all in the US as National Puppy Day and you do not need to own a puppy to celebrate. Today we dog owners hold our pets…

Happy Saturday my MARtians! Spring is around the corner. It is easy to feel that spring in the air as the snow melts and the temperature rises. I dream of…

I really love to pamper my pooches. Violet, 10, and Daisy, one, are little miniature schnauzers who are different in almost every way except one: I love them with all…

Good MARning my MARtians, We did it again!  Stony Brook Cottage is sold!   That said, There is nothing better than partners who make you a better you.  This year…

This weekend I am having an absolute blast as the headline speaker at the Connecticut Flower and Garden show. It’s exciting to wake up every day and drive to Hartford…