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Jul 9, 20215 min read
Enjoying Our New Hampshire Lakes
Celebrating the Lakes Region! ‘Karen and Jay celebrate the scenic Lakes Region of New Hampshire – beautiful and historic' There is no...
Jul 2, 20217 min read
July 4th – Our Nation’s Birthday in New Hampshire!
Celebrating American Independence! ‘Karen and Jay celebrate the spirit of independence in New Hampshire and share thoughts on the history...
Jun 25, 20216 min read
Newport – The Little Engine That Could!
Small Town Achieves ‘Excellence!’ ‘Karen and Jay share thoughts on a very special moment for Newport and the Sunshine Initiative.’ The...
Jun 18, 20218 min read
Thank You, Dad!
Father’s Day – Where Did It Come From? ‘Karen and Jay share stories of Father’s Day.’ Father’s Day. That wonderful Sunday in June when...
Jun 11, 20216 min read
Flag Day In New Hampshire
The Story of Flag Day “And the rockets' red glare The bombs bursting in air Gave proof through the night That our flag was still there O...
Jun 4, 20216 min read
Ice Cream Time in New Hampshire
Ice Cream and Fun! Jay and son, Gates, celebrate the excitement of ice cream while enjoying a couple cones at Annabelle’s in Portsmouth...
May 28, 20216 min read
America Remembers!
A Memorial Day Tradition ‘Karen and Jay share thoughts on the origin and meaning of Memorial Day’ “Drivers, start your engines!” These...
May 21, 20217 min read
The Graduates
Congratulations to Our Graduates! ‘Jay and Karen share thoughts on this special time for our graduates’ Graduation is a time for...
May 14, 20215 min read
Embracing the Great Outdoors!
The Magic of Nature ‘Karen and Jay celebrate the great outdoors and all that New Hampshire has to offer.' There is certain magic in the...
May 7, 20219 min read
Mother’s Day Edition
Happy Mother’s Day! ‘Jay and Karen celebrate the role of mothers and share thanks and best wishes to mothers one and all on this very...
Apr 30, 20217 min read
What Is Success?
Pursuing A Worthy Ideal ‘Karen and Jay share thoughts on the meaning of success and how it relates to each and every one of us.’ We each...
Apr 23, 20217 min read
The 80/20 Principle
The Power of 80/20! 'Karen and Jay share thoughts on the ‘80/20 Principle’ and how it can lead to greater success and happiness.' The...
Apr 16, 20218 min read
Positive Energy
Radiate and Emanate! ‘Karen and Jay share the excitement of ‘Positive Energy.’ Positive energy is exciting. It starts with attitude. We...
Apr 8, 20217 min read
Time For Spring Cleaning!
There’s More to Spring Cleaning Than You Think... 'Karen and Jay celebrate the arrival of spring and share thoughts on the opportunity...
Apr 2, 20218 min read
It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Dreams!
The Best Time to Plant a Tree... Karen and Jay share the inspiration that it is never too late to chase your dreams. A wonderful friend...
Mar 26, 20216 min read
Time For Sunshine!
Hope is on the Horizon! Karen and Jay share message of optimism, as hope is on the horizon Finally, and with great excitement, the world...
Mar 19, 20217 min read
Opening Up About Mental Health
Getting the Conversation Started! Karen and Jay invite us to open up and begin a conversation on mental health It’s a difficult topic. ...
Mar 12, 20216 min read
Taking the Time to Listen
Listening Truly Matters Karen and Jay share thoughts on the importance and benefits of being a good listener. To truly listen – is to...
Mar 4, 20217 min read
The Importance of Being Friendly
Civility- Our American Future Depends On It Karen and Jay share the importance and joy of simply being friendly. Civility and the warmth...
Feb 26, 20216 min read
Maple Syrup – Story Of A Happy New Hampshire Tradition!
We Love Maple Syrup Karen and Jay share fun facts and the happy tradition of New Hampshire Maple Syrup Sometimes it’s important to just...
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