A Note From Our Executive Director

As Fall and Winter usher in the end of a beautiful Summer, it is easy to think our connection to the seasons keeps us alert. Transitioning from one season to the next is not simple or straightforward. Beyond changing our wardrobes, we face bigger, tougher choices. Some of these are rooted in nature—such as tucking fields and vegetable beds in for the winter and adjusting to shorter days and longer nights. Other changes involve caretaking, like preparing our homes and barns for the cold or bringing in outdoor furniture. 

For me, the shorter days and chill remind me to dive back into my needlepoint and embroidery projects that I set aside during the summer, to stock up on good books, and to pull out the cozy blankets. I look forward to trying new recipes and revisiting old favorites, like hearty stews and soups. I am always thankful for the warmth of my kitchen, which keeps me grounded during winter; I truly do not take it for granted. 

I hope you are able to share some wonderful, long and slow cooking meals with family and friends this winter.  And if you can practice a good amount of self-care, it can go a long way this winter. 

Best, 

Mary Zwolinski