by Ginny | Aug 12, 2020 | Thoughts
Old houses can be compared to various forms of artwork, and everyone has their opinions on contemporary vs. traditional, old vs. new. Old houses need to be loved and cared for. Old is our history. I mean no disrespect, but I have no words for new houses, and cookie...
by Ginny | Aug 2, 2020 | Thoughts
Stings, Stubs, Bites, Burns, Bruises, Blessings and Joys All winter long we patiently wait for those idyllic and wonderful days of summer. Our childhood memories come bursting forth, and we can’t wait to go swimming, invite friends and family for barbeques, and plan...
by Ginny | Jun 20, 2020 | Fun
It’s been quiet at our bed & breakfast for several weeks during COVID-19. I miss the sounds and the aromas associated with breakfast, this first meal of the day. I miss the clinking of silverware on plates, the conversation and the discussion of plans for the...
by Ginny | Apr 11, 2020 | Thoughts
We are touched and overwhelmed with those of you that have reached out to us via e-mails and letters…one as far away as Adelaide, Australia, just to check in and make sure we are healthy and well! As much as possible, we remain optimistic and involved in our...
by Ginny | Mar 22, 2020 | Fun
In late 1992 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Yaphank, NY, our priest Richard Chapin brought in an observation beehive to explain how honeybees work to produce honey to the Sunday school children. I was instantly captivated by what Father Chapin was showing to us...
by Ginny | Mar 1, 2020 | Thoughts
From the moment Ginny stepped through the door in the c.1810 gem on West Lake Road, she was totally in love. She had finally found the traditional old farmhouse of her dreams! It was also a dream of hers to have her own bed & breakfast, and with Howard’s spacial...
by Ginny | Feb 5, 2020 | Fun
We are often asked, “what is a B&B?” Most of the time we give the simple answer that we are a home-stay, but offer all the best features of a boutique hotel in a c.1874 (Fernwood Farm) home. When you think about what a B&B is supposed to be, it is...