Pyrrhotite: The Scariest Word in Real Estate Right Now
Sometimes the stars align. In this case, the subject matter is not a positive one–it is about crumbling foundations. However, ...
Holy Electric Bill!
About 30 minutes after I got my most recent electric bill from the Princeton Municipal Light Department, I saw two ...
Heart & Hand Embroidery: the Cutest Custom Embroidery
My son recently bought me a winter beanie hat from his college. I loved the thought, but I really wish ...
Cool, Local Adult Learning Opportunities
One of the best decisions I’ve ever made was to take a class at Assabet Valley Regional Technical/Vocational School, in their Assabet ...
All My Resource Stories: Your Complete Guide to Central Massachusetts, through March 2026
I was just thinking–I wonder how many Resource Stories I’ve put together since starting my newsletter in 2023. I think ...
A Lifetime of Clutter: Not Doing This to my Kids!
I’ve seen too many adult kids– –who are now in their 50s, 60s and 70s, stuck with the daunting and ...
I Love Board Games That Make Me Laugh
My favorite types of games are the ones that make me laugh uncontrollably – – you know the laugh, it’s ...
What to Do When Your Dog Goes Missing
If you’re reading the story casually, I’ll start with a little miracle we had regarding a missing puppy right after ...
Like It or Not, Time to Renew Your Dog Licenses
Like it or not, registering your dog is a fact of life in Massachusetts, another way for the state to ...
Municipal Trash and Recycling in Central Massachusetts Cities and Towns
Are you new to your town and wondering how trash and recycling works? The options for trash and recycling vary ...
Sports Gear: Resale and Donation Options
This month I’m visiting the very much already decluttered and reduced sporting goods area of our basement that can stand ...
Tattoo Regret? There might be a fix for that!
I love tattoos—in some cases they’re like works of art! Just not on me, ever. Just going from what I’ve ...