It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed since we embarked on the journey of transforming our 1839 farmhouse along the Hudson River into the cozy, memory-filled home it is today. This milestone gives us a chance to reflect on the countless hours, challenges, and joys that come with breathing life back into aContinue reading “10 Years in Our Home: A Decade of Love, Memories, and Renovation”
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Tips for Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s
Watching a loved one suffer is never easy. Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases are debilitating for everyone involved. The mental and physical strain that such a diagnosis carries to the patient, their family, their friends, and their caretakers are insurmountable. To those family and friends that have been or are currently in my shoes youContinue reading “Tips for Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s”
Nothing Says Sunday Like an Estate Sale!
Today we stopped at an estate sale our friend Mark (the local auctioneer) had on the way to see my father! After pricing out outdoor bistro sets, we became discouraged at the high prices. So, we went looking for a vintage bistro set for the garden area. Not only did we find a bistro setContinue reading “Nothing Says Sunday Like an Estate Sale!”
Fighting for #FairPay4HomeCare in New York State
Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases are debilitating for every party involved. Yet, outside of our own families and if lucky enough, paid caregivers, the support is limited. My own struggles with the disease have been two-fold, watching my paternal grandparents suffer for 10+ years and fall victim to this disease and currently supporting my maternalContinue reading “Fighting for #FairPay4HomeCare in New York State”
Snowy Saturday
Will winter ever end? A year ago today we were playing bocce and wearing t-shirts. Today, shoveling snow and just waiting for spring to come. With the heat turned down to 58 in the house due to high oil prices, will warm weather ever come to the Northeast? Dreaming of warm weather and sitting onContinue reading “Snowy Saturday”
Life Along the Shores of the Hudson River
When we moved to a quaint hamlet in New York, we never imagined becoming part of such an amazing community and building such an amazing life! Our life here in New York has far exceeded our expectations and brought about new and exciting adventures. In the years prior to moving to New York, we wereContinue reading “Life Along the Shores of the Hudson River”
Finding Balance – the Return of Upstate Vintage Living
It is crazy how time goes by! Although things have changed, the thing we know for sure is our community and our life along the Hudson River have remained the same (albeit a two-year global pandemic). It seems like just yesterday we moved into our River House, but in reality, this month marks 7 yearsContinue reading “Finding Balance – the Return of Upstate Vintage Living”
Antique and Flea Market Adventures
No matter who you are or what your interests are, there are places and adventures out there just waiting for you to explore. For antique lovers or treasure hunters though, these adventures bring about fantastic finds, skilled negotiations, and great memories. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have missed our antique adventures but are excited toContinue reading “Antique and Flea Market Adventures”
Finding a Connection to the Past
July 10, 2019 Last July, we went to the Brimfield Antique Show in Brimfield, MA. The Antique show occurs for a week in May, a week in July, and a week in September. We try to attend the show once or twice a year. For those of you that have not been to the Show,Continue reading “Finding a Connection to the Past”
Traveling the Maine Coast
August 29, 2019 When people talk about true beauty, they often talk about the golden temples in India, colorful cities in Italy, or bustling life in Singapore. Yet, one does not need to travel halfway around the world to experience true beauty and tranquility – just visit your backyard or even the Maine Coast! LastContinue reading “Traveling the Maine Coast”
Upstate Vintage Living 