A Moment To Say "Thank You"

Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving.  I want to take a moment to thank all of you for your support and kind words during the past year.   In one way or another, you have inspired me, encouraged me, made me laugh, became a new friend or just took the time to stop by and talk with me at one of the Farmer's Markets.  Getting to know the people who enjoy my granola is what makes this all worthwhile and fun.

So thank you for your past and continued support, I hope you all have a wonderful day.

Best,
Pattie

Rise 'n Shine....It's Holiday Farmer's Market Time

Good Morning everyone......it's going to be a beautiful Saturday.   A great way to spend part of your day is to come to the Amenia Farmer's Market at the Amenia Town Hall right off Rte. 22, there are signs as you are driving on Rte. 22.  Come in, shop, have a cup of tea or coffee, sample all the delicious foods and say hello....we are there from 10:00-2:00.

Some of the things you will find at the market today are homemade pies & soups, delicious homemade bread, cheeses, yogurts, milk, local trout, beef, pork, sausage & lamb and of course my homemade granola and granola bars.  I may have missed a few things....you will have to stop in and see for yourself what is available to plan for your Thanksgiving holiday.

As a special edition to our Winter Market, we have local artisans displaying and selling beautiful handmade items.  Wonderful soaps and salves,  wool for all of your knitting needs, handmade baskets, and locally grown orchids just to name a few.  The get the full details check out the the market website at www.ameniafarmersmarket.com

So come by, say hi and try a piece of pie......yummilicious!!

Pattie

The Holiday Mindset & Spirit

With everything that is happening out there in the world, it may be hard for many of us to even think about Thanksgiving and Christmas, never mind getting into the proverbial "holiday spirit".    A couple of years ago we made some changes as to how we celebrate the holiday season.  One of the changes we made was focusing more on family & friends, spending more time with those we love & cherish in our lives instead of channeling so much energy and anxiety on what to buy and how much to spend, etc.....I believe you all get it.   If we channel our energy toward things in our lives that are close to our hearts, we will live a better life, a simpler life.  Having many "things" creates more stress in our lives, it perpetuates the "rate race".   With that said, I am going to start to spend the next 8 weeks or so spending more time with my family and friends.  It's time to "catch up" and reconnect.  Time is going by so fast, no more wasting it.

One way to do that is to visit local holiday fairs, farmer's markets, and your local businesses with a friend.   It's a great way to spend a Saturday or Sunday.  Browse & shop the holiday fairs with a friend and purchase a truly unique, handmade gift for that special someone in your life.  If we stay closer to home and patronize our local businesses, we not only save gas we enrich our community and keep it thriving.

As a reminder, the Millerton & Amenia Farmer's Markets have their Winter Market opening day tomorrow, Saturday, November 5th from 10:00-2:00, check out their websites for location.   I will not be at either market this weekend as I am participating in the 39th Annual St. Columba Holiday Fair from 9:00-3:00.   Location is right off of Rte. 82 in Hopewell Junction.  There will be over 55 local artisans! A grand assortment of beautiful gifts and yummy foods will be available.

Grab your friend, sister, whoever you want to reconnect with, get a cup of coffee and visit one of these wonderful events.

Hope to see you there.

Best,
Pattie