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Sam and her kindergarten class — the whole grade — performed a few Thanksgiving and holiday songs for a group of adoring parents. Selections included such favorites as “Every Turkey Can Tango.” We have an extraordinary music teacher (here’s his […]
Making gravy ahead of Thanksgiving. And Sam was making lovely watercolors with her birthday gift from Sarah. Winter is nigh. Related posts: Cooking for Thanskgiving A Second Bloom from the Amaryllis Turkey Gravy A Morning of Cooking
I am a class mom. Who would ever think I’d be writing those words! The job doesn’t entail much, but I do get to come and read stories and help with events. It’s nice to see Sam at school, among […]
Happy Birthday to Samantha! We threw another brunch party, with bagels and bloodys. And what is now becoming my famous strata. Entertaining: Breakfast Strata recipe Cocktails: Best Bloody Marys For entertaining, we asked Lisa Karrer to come and make musical […]
Sam and the neighborhood friends, out on a mission: Costumes and candy. I’d say the evening was a success. Sam was Officer Judy Hopps, from her favorite movie, Zootopia. “It’s called a hustle, sweetheart!” #zootopia A video posted by Liz […]
A tradition at Samantha’s elementary school: Trunk or Treat. Starting Halloween early, parents dress up the trunks of their cars (or mostly, SUVs) and hand out candy. Kids dress up, have fun, and get another chance to wear their costume. […]
An evening with Irene, and Sam gets a story. Good night! Related posts: Hurricane Irene! Carol’s Birthday Party at Irene’s Saturday Supper: Korean Lettuce Wraps with Boo and Irene Reading ‘A Christmas Memory’
At church today, it’s the Feast of Saint Francis. Not being able to transport a hive of bees, we brought along our helmet and veil — and got a few blessings for Baa, too. Owen’s crazy costume. Stuffed animal blessings. […]
As a fundraiser for their school, the Green Meadow folks throw a fun fall festival. This was our first time going, and Sam had a blast. A dragon coaster ride: Hayride behind a tractor! Our own private ride, in fact! […]
A fundraiser — and a fun-raiser. Thank you, Ken, as always . Sam and Loa! Caja China. Related posts: Pig Roast at Oratamin Oratamin Winter Social A Picnic at Oratamin Oratamin Supper
Sam enjoys some swings. Related posts: Sam at the Playground Sam Enjoys Leftovers from Harvest on Hudson Sarah and Wilson’s Visit Concert at Franklin Street Park
It must be rough to be a magician, and have to perform at the party of the daughter of Mario the Magician! I don’t envy you, man! But all was great! Even the adults had a good time. Delishy cupcakes, […]
Every morning in the all-purpose room, the kids sing along with their music teacher while they wait for school to start. It’s a lovely way to begin the day. The first song I ever heard him do with the kids […]
Rivertown Film, Kris Burns, we thank ye. What a fun idea, bringing all the village together downtown for a movie night. Tonight’s show: Mary Poppins. Sam and Sonya. Scenes from the movie: Good times. Related posts: Wobble Cafe with […]
On the 15th anniversary of 9/11, we spend few reflective moments in the church columbarium, where Welles Crowther — the man in the red bandana — is buried. Greg has installed a new pendant light in the foyer. And we […]
A warm spell, so we kept the pool open just one more week. A few last days of summer, even as school has begun. Henry and Sam, caught in a rainstorm. Las Related posts: Oratamin Opener: Memorial Day Labor Day […]
A lovely afternoon grilling burgers, doing crafts and just relaxing with the neighbors. Faye always does such a nice job entertaining. . Happy Birthday Campbell! Related posts: Campbell’s Birthday Party Samantha’s Birthday Party Carol’s Birthday Party at Irene’s Matt’s 40th […]
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A clean bill of health: no cavities! Related posts: Sam Goes to the Dentist Sam’s First Trip to the Doctor A Trip to the Central Park Zoo Videos from the Trip to the Zoo
First, a warning. There are lots of photos in this post. Apologies. But I could not help over-documenting the momentous occasion of the first day of kindergarten! She’s so ready. And so excited! And a little apprehensive. In the gym! […]
It’s the end of another season at Oratamin. We mark it with relay races, diving competitions an an old-fashioned egg-toss. Candy hunt: Trophy handout. Egg toss! Related posts: Labor Day Games at Oratamin Labor Day at Oratamin: Races, Medals, Dogs […]
Some of Sam’s artwork, including a self-portrait at the end. Related posts: Sweet, Handmade Toys at Meadowlark in Chestnut Ridge Goodbye, Sweet Quince Brunch at Barcel: We Go For the Sweet Stuff Sweet Potatoes with Maple-Bourbon Glaze
Dancing around the yard with Bambi! Related posts: Lunch at the Yard House At the Yard House for Lunch Garden Update and Sam on the Bambi Blanket Planting Bulbs in the Back Yard
A lovely evening at a different sort of concert! This one was held in the Franklin Street Park between Depot Place and Franklin Street in South Nyack. The Old 97s put on a rockin’ show. Best part? We could see […]
What a crazy fun thing to come to Nyack! The Slide the City company set up a giant slip n slide down Main Street from Midland to Franklin. The whole town came out! I guess toward the end of the […]
As part of the summer reading program at the library, kids got to choose two events to attend. We picked a magic show as one of them. And guess who got to be an assistant? Abracadabra! Related posts: Sam’s First […]
The last one of the season, for us at least. It was the Old ’97 Band, and it was a good’un! Fierce! Sammy and Mommy: The crowd: A beautiful night. These concerts just make our summer. Related posts: Concert in […]
The girls had hammocks down at the cabin in Tennessee, so it was only a matter of time before we were asked: “Where can I hang my hammock?” The perfect little spot! (Please ignore that rat’s nest of an ottoman. The […]
Sweet photo. Related posts: Videos: Storytime with Mae and Jane Storytime More Fun on the Patio Ice Cream on the Patio
A stop at the DWR headquarters in Stamford. What a wide open, modern space. I suppose we should expect no less! The kitchen: The coffee station is a dream! Dad’s desk: Related posts: Happy Birthday Greg! Baking a Cake […]
My husband, Greg, and I are co-founders of SCF, which chronicles what we eat, drink and grow as we raise our daughter on a tiny plot of land in the Lower Hudson Valley.
