During my teenage years, the one and only houseplant my family had was a snake plant, commonly known as a mother-in-law plant or mother-in-law's tongue. It sat in a small pot in the living room and followed my mother from that house through a couple of moves and finally to the apartment she lived in before passing away.
The plant is known for its sword-shaped, green-striped leaves with yellow margins and is considered low-maintenance. Unbelievably, 50 years later, the plant or a cutting from it (we're not quite sure) now lives at my brother's home and has grown considerably from its original pint size into a large four-foot-tall specimen. It's most likely survived all these yea...
If you agree with our real estate agents that there's no such thing as too much ice cream, you're in luck. Spring brings forth some great ice cream parlors, shops, and stands around New Hampshire, the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, and Maine.
If you'reĀ planning a wedding, one of your first and most important decisions is where to have the ceremony. Whether you prefer a rustic location, a more elegant setting, or a lakeside wedding with the majestic White Mountains as a backdrop, our area offers unforgettable options. Our real estate agents know the area well and suggest exploring the following venues.
The mountain environment, outdoor recreational activities, and a slower pace of life were motivating factors in the decisions of a trio of entrepreneurs who have chosen northern New Hampshire as the place where they wanted to locate and grow their businesses. These enterprising business people strongly believe in supporting and improving the regional economy by hiring local people, participating in and giving back to their communities, and serving as an inspiration for other small companies to consider doing business at the northern end of the state.
Any time of year is a good time to stop by an independent bookstore in your community or visit one when you are travelling.
And with winter just around the corner, it's time to stock up on books to carry you through the cold months ahead. Books make great Christmas gifts, too!
Every bookstore has its specialties, from the ambiance of the setting to the shelves stocked with best sellers, local authors, outdoor guides, and more. Many carry other items like magazines, audiobooks, toys, greeting cards, calendars, and various gift items. Most have a chair or two where you can relax while you peruse a few volumes. It's easy to while away an hour or more in the friendly atmosphere of a bookstore!