Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondacks, it’s here where the rhythm of farming meets the bustle of a village. It was a glorious spring day when I first drove through southern Washington County. Hugging the Battenkill, it was neatly placed to the east of the Hudson River and just west of the Vermont border. Rich in soil, rich in community, it spoke to me… The area felt…
Last week when I attended the annual New York State Agricultural Society meeting, I connected with our state Ag Commissioner, Richard Ball. As you can see in this picture, we shared a laugh and a smile, and I am here to say, Commissioner, this one is for you! 🙂 From the bottom of my heart, I can’t say enough good things about this man and all he does…
When a place speaks to you… I will never forget that fall day when I had an eerily memorable moment driving through a village. You see, it wasn’t my village. It sat 15 minutes west of where I lived at the time. It was small, and quaint, and fairly busy, with a happy demeanor, and a relaxing little bustle. The homes were well kept and the trees looked…