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Christmas 2011 came to a close with a pork tenderloin dinner and a delicious chocolate dessert from Didier Dumas. Chris was truly in love. Related posts: Christmas Eve at the Ranch 2010 Supper at the Ranch Christmas Dinner at the […]
I must have walked past the main branch of the New York Public Library a hundred times, but I’ve never been inside. Today, that all changed. We took in the sites, including those famous lions, a Gutenberg Bible that was […]
Yes, we’re back. We thought it would be a fun spot to take Sarah and Chris and the kids. Indeed, it was! We got a table by the ice rink and sat under the heat lamps, enjoying burgers and soups. […]
I have some pretty cute video of Sam cooing and smiling, both in her basinet and as she stares up at the mobile on her changing table. Thanks to Sari and Brian for the super-cute pink elf outfit, too! Videos […]
With just two children opening gifts,the living room at the Ranch got just as trashed as if all seven adults and three children were participating. The joy of giving! And afterwards, we had a reprise of what is sure to […]
For a little holiday diversion, we took the kids to see the butterfly exhibit and the dinosaurs at the American Museum of Natural History in Manhattan. Oh how Mae hoped a butterfly would land on her hand. Alas. Everyone, however, […]
Sarah and Wilson and the girls arrived late on Boxing Day. We’ll open the presents tomorrow. Today, Mae and Jane just really want to meet “baby cousin.” And after the kids went to bed, Sarah had some alone time with […]
Our annual Christmas tradition: tamale supper. This year, we started with margies, too. Related posts: Christmas Eve Supper 2011 Christmas Dinner at the Farm 2010: Tamales, Hibiscus Margies, Baba Au Rhum Christmas Eve at the Ranch 2010 ‘On the Road’ […]
We spent Christmas morning around the Farm, having coffee by the tree and talking to family members from afar. Here’s Sam, Face Timing with Jessica and Reece: Yes, that’s one of her three Christmas outfits. You think she knows how […]
We had a quiet Christmas Eve this year. Chris is here, and the folks, of course. But Sarah doesn’t arrive until Monday. And of course, Grandmom isn’t here anymore. But we welcome a new family member to the table. Merry […]
We celebrated Christmas Eve Eve with Kelli and Patrick and their family. Cathy and Ed were down from Syracuse, Mary Ellen was there from Vestal and the entire Leon family was in from Virginia to celebrate. Here’s Ralph with Meghan […]
While Sam is happy and smiling, Greg predicts that things will change, and quickly: And here’s Sam on her own, working on that magical smile: Related posts: Greg’s Special Sam Song Early Supper: Pasta with Uncle Greg’s Tomato Sauce Greg’s […]
We celebrated Leigh’s birthday with a delicious supper at the ranch. In attendance were Sam, naturally, and Les Gilberts: Peggy and Jim. Mom made her favorite lamb recipe, Lamb Charmoula, which came from Epicurious years ago. The house was festively […]
Greg made up a carol to sing to Sam. It kept her quiet while we were waiting for the doctor. In fact, we think she rather enjoyed it. Here’s another cute photo of Greg and Sam. Related posts: Christmas Eve […]
Our friend Mary Lynn; Marissa’s mom, Sue; and our doula, Jen, all stopped by the farm to visit Sam this week. Here are few photos from their visits. Here’s Jen: Mary Lynn: And Sue: A few more photos, after the […]
Sam’s arrival put the kibosh on a Thanksgiving celebration out this year, so Judy and the gang invited us over for a pasta supper instead. It was pretty similar to Thanksgiving, except for the singing. And the turkey. We didn’t […]
A few photos in bed with little Sammy. I could just cuddle her all day long. Related posts: No related posts.
Kelli and I are taking on a little Christmas project. Some years it’s Buche de Noel; other years, it’s cookies. This year, it’s stockings. At least we’re hoping it is! We got started the other day at Kelli’s house. Related […]
After last year’s experiment with the concept tree, we went back to our traditional white lights. We did, however, hang the Christopher Radko ornaments with special pride this year, knowing each was purchased by Grandmom. As usual, we walked down […]
Sam with her stroller, car seat and bassinet for the stroller. This wonderful gear was donated to the farm by some very generous friends. Thank you Young-Yi and Amy! A couple more photos of Sam, including a cute one with […]
Our daughter, Samantha Grace, was born at 3:07 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2011 at Phelps Memorial Hospital in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. She was 8 pounds, 14 ounces and 20.5 inches long. A big ol’ slideshow of photos of her from […]
We got the new PDT Cocktail Book, and shook up a batch of our first victims, the Brandy Crusta. Mom and Leigh came over and we visited with Sam in the living room, enjoying our Turkey Carcass Soup for supper. […]
For Sam’s first trip to the mall (with Gregory!), we had lunch at a brand-new food court stand called Cheese Boy, and took in a 2 p.m. showing of The Descendants. First, the sandwich. A well-made sammy with good bread, […]
Sam’s first trip to Grace Episcopal Church. She really enjoyed the music — it was like her own little lullaby. Related posts: A Harvest Costume Party at Church Christmas Eve at Grace Church Dark Star Orchestra at the Tarrytown Music […]
Our friends Pete and Jeannine stopped by to pay Sam a visit on Saturday morning. It was great to catch up. After the jump, a few more photos. Of Sam. Of course. Related posts: Sarah and Wilson’s Visit A Visit […]
It was a quiet night at Sour Cherry Farm. We roasted a turkey, made some mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce and ate a simple dinner in front of the television. Sam had milk and rested in her bassinet. Earlier in […]
We took Sam for her first checkup. She weighed in at 8 pounds. So tiny! Later at home, Daddy holds Sam: Related posts: No related posts.
What a fabulous day.We brought Sam home from the hospital and introduced her to her new home. More after the jump. Related posts: Welcome to the New Sour Cherry Farm The Concept Tree at Sour Cherry Farm Sour Cherry Farm […]
Samantha Grace was born at 3:07 p.m. November 14, 2011 at Phelps Memorial Hospital in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. She was 8 pounds 14 ounces and 20.5 inches long. Lots more photos can be found on this post here. Related posts: […]
In preparation for Sam’s arrival, we had to turn the guest room into a nursery. A cascading effect took over the upstairs at the farm, and we ended up with two new dressers in our bedroom, new bookcases in the […]
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.
