You can do one of two things: either hibernate inside, clinging to notions of Springtime, or you can embrace winter whole-heartedly, pull on your layers, and get outside.
Despite the fact that the number of female-owned enterprises have been dramatically increasing over the past few years, the revenue disparity between businesses owned by women versus businesses owned by men continues to grow,with women earning only $.037 to the dollarin revenue generated by private companies.
We live in New England; we’re a hearty bunch — but that doesn’t mean that we’re impervious to the effects of shorter, darker days and plummeting temperatures that chill us to the bone.
Summer may seem like it’s passed us by at breakneck speed, but I stand by my belief that there is still adventure abound to be had this season — in fact, some of my favorite hiking weather is upon us as things cool off just a little bit and nature makes its preemptive move toward Autumn and in to Winter (sorry, too soon?!)
I love farmers markets because it’s looking your farmer in the eye as you purchase glorious zucchini and bursting berries that were grown without pesticides; It’s bobbing your head to the sound of talented local musicians, and watching kids run across the grass while you swap seasonal recipes with other members of your community. It gives you an opportunity to soak up an incredible community vibe — a feeling that is sometimes elusive in this modern world of disconnect.