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Welcome to Elyse’s Country Journal, your guide to the best of the Berkshires, Litchfield Hills, and Hudson Valley! Our collection of captivating blog posts, stunning photos, and fascinating articles showcase the unique charm and beauty of this breathtaking region. Join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the hidden gems and local hotspots of this area. From the vibrant cultural scene to the stunning natural landscapes, there is so much to see and experience in the Tri-State Region. So come along with us and discover the magic of the Berkshires, Litchfield Hills, and Hudson Valley. Browse our collection of articles, photos, and blog posts to get a taste of what makes this area so special.

Berkshire’s Backyard Chickens

   Backyard Chickens have become the new family pet of the Berkshires.  Aside from the obvious benefits of free-range eggs, keeping a small flock of chickens facilitates a connection with an all around more wholesome lifestyle.  Raising chicks gives families the

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Spring’s Tonic

Maple sap is winter’s reward for patience throughout Mother Nature’s coldest months of the year.  Sap begins to run from trees when temperatures dip below freezing at night and are followed by day time temps above freezing.  This year’s weather

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A Region of Love

“Love is the spirit that motivates the artist’s journey.” -Eric Maisel The Berkshires are notorious for stimulating our inner spirits.  A region rich with beauty, culture and energy – the tri-state area is charged with passion. This weekend, the courageous spirit

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Waves of Warmth

Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow on Groundhog Day, meaning we’ll have an early spring.  Today, children are celebrating their first “Snow Day” of the season. Just like the ocean life is a constant ebb and flow. “El Nino”

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Le Soleil

“Keep your face always toward the sunshine – and shadows will fall behind you.” ― Walt Whitman Bright rays of sunshine warm our spirits even on the coldest of winter days.  Like all living things, we bask in the energy of the

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An “On Demand” Market

  As Millennials begin to seek home-ownership, they come equipped with a lifetime of experience in having abundant information available on demand – and a heightened ability to quickly filter through listings of interest.  Due to this trend, professional real

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What a Wonderful World…

Well I see skies of blue And I see clouds of white And the brightness of day I like the dark And I think to myself… What a wonderful world…. The colors of the rainbow so pretty in the sky

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Yankee Magazine: Salisbury, Connecticut

YANKEE MAGAZINE (December 2015) Salisbury, Connecticut| Could You Live Here? Author: Annie Graves Tucked away in the Nutmeg State’s Litchfield Hills, Salisbury, Connecticut, is a lovely town where it’s possible to take flight.   photo by Anne Day

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Renovated Barn in Sharon, CT

Renovated Barn in Sharon Featuring Unique Details Monday, November 30, 2015 By John Torsiello When Ruth Adams set about designing her garden at the home in Sharon, her overall intent was to create a place of serenity. Well, mission accomplished.

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Burgers & Frites: Lakeville, CT

Burgers & Frites (& escargot-to-go) Fresh local food, BYOB, and familiar faces have quickly set the stage for Lakeville’s newest community rendezvous – B&F: Burgers and Frites. Chic country-style decor and casual seating accentuate the restaurant’s contemporary menu that closely reflects local

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Those Whom We Are Always Proud

  “As we express our gratitude we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them” – John F. Kennedy The Harney Family and the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation have come together to

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Harvest Moon: October 27, 2015

“There’s a full moon risin’ Let’s go dancin’ in the light.” -Neil Young The Harvest Moon, with its vibrant color and magnitude, encapsulates the illustrious warmth of autumn. Each fall the sun’s southward movement is met by the moon’s northward momentum,

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Congratulations to Dick Herman

Congratulations to Dick Herman on operating Oblong Bookstore for 40 years in Millerton,NY. In honor of this remarkable achievement, Harney & Sons Fine Teas has made a special tea that Dick is now giving away at his store: Oblong Oolong.

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A Tea Garden in Tivoli

American Garden Design Inspired by the Japanese Way of Tea by Bettina Mueller “For anyone who has considered taking on the challenge of transplanting Japanese culture to a new setting, here is a great example, with hints on gardens, tea

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Fall Harvest Festivals

The first glimpses of foliage have arrived; uniting us all in celebration of the region’s majestic mountains, crisp autumn air and the bounty of the season’s harvest.  Fall festivals decorate the tri-state region this weekend as we embrace the beauty of the

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NYT: Buying a Second Home First

“Buying a Second Home First” by Michelle Higgins (New York Times, Real Estate, September 11, 2015) Dismayed at what their money will get them in the city, some are looking to the country to purchase weekends homes of respite.

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A Berkshire September

September by Helen Hunt Jackson The golden-rod is yellow; The corn is turning brown; The trees in apple orchards With fruit are bending down. The gentian’s bluest fringes Are curling in the sun; In dusty pods the milkweed Its hidden

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The “Ice Box” of CT: Norfolk

Quirky – in the most charming way.  Norfolk, contrary to being dubbed the “Ice Box” (due to its reputation of having the coolest temperatures in Connecticut), is a closely-knit and warm community that proudly embraces its brisk reputation.  Home to Infinity

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The Rockets’ Red Glare

The celebratory firing of muskets began in the Colonial Days as a means to spread the word of victory.  Fireworks, invented by the Chinese over 2,000 years ago, have since replaced early American customs as we continue the tradition of celebrating the

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Berkshire-American Pride

Flags symbolize unity – From childhood clubs to large corporations and countries throughout the world, a flag is an expression of pride.  Each flag tells a story through deliberate design. On June 14, 2015 we celebrate Flag Day to commemorate

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Tri-State “Waterfalling”

The varying terrain throughout the Berkshire Mountains, Litchfield Hills, and Oblong Valley is decorated by a plethora of waterfalls.  Dramatic forces of nature that demand attention yet simultaneously calm our senses with their sound, cool misty air, and turbulently churning pools

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Litchfield Hills Memorial Day

  Each year America joins together on the last Monday in May to pause, reflect and honor the abbreviated lives of those who have sacrificed everything for our freedom.  Pride pulses throughout towns nationwide as we parade colors of red

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Trade Secrets Garden Event

A host, of golden daffodils… Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the milky way, They stretched in never-ending line Along the margin of a bay:

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Mother’s Day Berkshire Brunch

“When you thought I wasn’t looking” When you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, and I wanted to paint another one. When you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw you feed a

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Litchfield County: The Secret Corner

The Litchfield Hills are often dubbed “The Secret Corner.”  Nestled within the Southern Berkshires and Hudson Valley, our private corner of solitude boasts quintessential villages, artistic communities and unlimited outdoor recreation.  With the spring real estate market alive with activity, let

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Summer Camp Sampler by Berkshire Style

Berkshire Style did a fabulous job compiling all of the local summer camps that are available throughout the Southern Berkshires, Litchfield Hills & Hudson Valley regions. Berkshire Style: Summer Camp Sampler

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Eco-Friendly Homes

Love thy raindrops!  The Tri-State area is one of pride and camaraderie – a place where residents find beauty and purpose in the simplest of things.  Instead of weathering the storm, the Berkshires dance amongst it and find reasons to celebrate.

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Berkshire Vernal Basins

April Showers Bring May Flowers… and officially kick off the Tri-State Region’s infamous Mud Season.  Despite its gooey name, the surge of water throughout the Berkshires that has resulted from melting snow and warm spring rain is also accompanied by

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It's a wonderful life in the Litchfield Hills & Beyond

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