The World 122221

Baby’s First Christmas
Henry Klatte
1/28/21
Greg & Chelsea Klatte
Fredericksburg,Virginia
Rob and Deborah Phillips
Vermont Grandparents
Midsummer Night’s
Dream
LNT, 2011
francis moran
photography
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The World
Levi Taylor Sleeper
January 10, 2021
Cody Sleeper &
Krystin Holt, Barre
page 20 The WORLD December 22, 2021
JAXSON MICHAEL
BOARDMAN
10/9/21
We love you so much our
sweet baby boy.
Love your mama and
your dada
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Christmas Poem
By Carol Pratico-Bride
T’was the day before Christmas and I sat in the mall, many people were stirring, some
short and some tall.
The sale signs were hanging all over each store, so many bargains, who could ask for
more?
The children were nestled quite lost in the throng, while they hoped that Santa would
soon come along.
Now mothers and fathers and relatives galore, there was not an inch to spare on the floor.
I looked at my purchases, then back to the crowd, have we, as adults, let this be allowed?
Is it “presents” or “presence” that we’ve come to know?
Is the meaning of Christmas all about show?
Where’s the REAL focus of gifts that we bear?
Is this what we’ve done, to show that we care?
Are we measuring meanings and keeping score of the number of gifts, like “I got you
more”?
But it’s NOT about presents, decorations or trees, it IS about “presence” that we can’t
see.
It IS about treating each other year through, as WE want to be treated, “The Golden
Rule”.
It IS about memories that make us glow,
it IS about caring and it IS about show; but not of the gifts, but our blessings abound,
dear God, your miracles are all around.
I rose from my seat and started to leave, when I felt a small tug on the edge of my sleeve.
This sweet little girl, miniature in size, said “Merry Christmas”; tears rolled from my
eyes.
Not THAT is what I say that means so much, just a kind word, or a special touch.
Make your own memories, hold loved ones dear, NOT just at Christmas, but throughout
the year.
I’m sending this poem in hopes that you may understand what I’m saying about this day.
It IS about Jesus, NOT tangible things,
thank you dear God for everything.
Give the Gift of Good Food and
Drink this Holiday Season
Looking for holiday gift ideas that are
unique, special, and delicious? We’ve compiled
a list of Vermont specialty food and
beverage products that are sure to delight
each and every taste bud.
From maple to pickles, chocolates to craft
spirits, and everything in between, Vermont’s
specialty foods and beverages make the perfect
gift for the food-lover in your life.
Celebrate with these Vermont made products
at your next holiday party or give the gift of
good food to friends and family near and far.
Spread the holiday cheer this year by shopping
small, buying local, and rejoicing in our
specialty food and beverage makers. Thank
you for supporting small businesses this year.
Branon Family Maple Orchards
Maple themed gift boxes available! In
addition to organic maple syrup, Branon
Family Maple Orchards incorporates maple
into a line of award-winning specialty foods.
For the holiday season, those delicious goodies
are packaged into various holiday gift
boxes, all at prices to meet any budget. While
maple syrup is included in every sized boxed,
there are spices, sauces, rubs and vinegars
sure to put a smile on any cook’s face.
Couching Lion Maple Sugar Farm
Couching Lion Maple Sugar Farm specializes
in small batch, wood fired maple syrup
and maple sugar. They are members of
Audubon’s Bird Friendly Maple Project and
take great care in managing their sugarbush
with sustainability in mind. You’ll find their
very gift able maple products have a rich
nuanced flavor, created through old fashioned
sugaring techniques.
Family Tree Hemp Co
Family Tree Hemp Co. is a labor of love.
Their uniqueness comes from their small
family farm, history, practices and land. All of
their CBD products are science-driven and
handcrafted to deliver top quality, enjoyability,
and efficacy. Everything they make is
chemical-free (solventless), full-spectrum,
and designed to deliver varied therapeutic
benefits (multiple strains contained within).
Great gifts for family and friends this holiday
season.
Jed’s Maple Products
Jed’s Maple Products is a family owned
company based in the Northeast Kingdom of
Vermont. Whether you are looking for sweet
or savory, their foods are simply delicious and
always authentic. Perfect stocking stuffers,
grab bag gifts and goodies for even the pickiest
on your list. Products can be purchased at
many specialty food stores, online, or in person
at their gift shop.
Kestrel Coffee Roasters
Kestrel Coffee Roasters is making coffee
better. They source and roast specialty coffee
from all over the world and sell wholesale
and retail to restaurants, cafes and groceries.
Their holiday gift packages can be picked up
in person or shipped anywhere in the US, and
all include gift wrapping. They have a variety
of options to choose from in order to suit all
levels of coffee-lovers.
Lake Champlain Chocolates
Ring in the holiday season with a festive
• • •
selection of irresistible chocolate gifts.
Discover elegant gift boxes and baskets filled
with hand-decorated chocolate truffles,
Chocolates of Vermont, luscious jubilees, and
more. Lake Champlain Chocolates has something
for everyone on your list.
Mountain Cider Company
The Mountain Cider Company makes a
delicious spiced apple cider concentrate that
tackles all of your holiday entertaining needs.
Great for mulled cider drinks, poultry glazes,
festive sides, and seasonal desserts. This
simple mix of real cider and savory mulling
spices is your secret holiday weapon.
Pin Up Pickles
Pin Up Pickles is a boutique pickle company
creating small batch, artisan pickles in
the beautiful Green Mountain State. Searching
for an easy-to-ship gift or unique stocking
stuffer? Pin Up Pickles offers DIY Pickle Kits
for the food enthusiasts in your life who may
want to try a new hobby or preserve their own
harvest.
SILO Distillery
SILO Distillery are makers of craft spirits
from Vermont grown ingredients. They distill
every product start to finish in their tasting
room and production barn in Windsor, VT.
SILO’s ready-to-drink cocktails make fantastic
stocking stuffers in their small flask size,
combined in a festive gift box, or a great
holiday host gift in the larger 750ml share
size; available in four different cocktails varieties.
Stewart Maple
Stewart Maple is a family-owned and operated
farm that produces certified organic
maple syrup and gourmet maple products –
like their Stewart Maple Popcorn. With
options for generous gifts under $20, specialty
holiday packaging, and classic gift collections
there is something for everyone.
Vermont Nut Free Chocolates
Committed to providing gourmet-quality
chocolates and treats that are safe for those
with tree nut and peanut allergies since 1998.
Vermont Nut Free Chocolates’ extensive
Holiday collection includes stocking stuffers,
gift boxes, and truffle arrangements for both
Christmas and Hanukkah.
Looking for more options? Discover more
outstanding products and brands by visiting
our member directory.
About the Vermont Specialty Food
Association:
The Vermont Specialty Food Association is
the leading information resource for all specialty
food and beverage producers, service
providers, and industry professionals. VSFA
seeks to grow specialty food businesses and
the Vermont industry through education, promotion,
and statewide and national collaboration.
It is the nation’s oldest and most highly
regarded specialty food association, celebrating
over 30 years of service to the industry. To
learn more about the work VSFA does, visit
their website at www.vtspecialtyfoods.org,
follow them on Facebook and Instagram, or
call their office at (802) 839-1930.