Snow cottage

Christmas in Connecticut is not always a Snowy Wonderland... Most years we hope for a Blanket of White to pad Santa's Footsteps on the Roof... Snow doesn't last long on our Steep Roof, within a day or two it slides off, BUT, when it does, it sounds and feels like an avalanche from inside the house! Our true Winter Months here in Southern New England are January and February SO I have brought pictures of previous years to present you my "Christmas in Connecticut"... "This is Papillon Pass…

Snow covered Black Rock Cottage in Glencoe

Awesome photo. These elders don't look at all angry, but friendly. Elephants are such magnificent animals and because of their ivory tusks their numbers are diminishing in Africa at an alarming rate. All because of the huge demand for ivory in China. via

At Aunt Phillips...

To help you enjoy the magic of the season—without ever leaving the warmth of your living room—we’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite wintry exteriors.

Christmas is that time of year when we are all in the mood to celebrate with our loved ones. It's not about how much money you spend or what presents you give, but rather spending