early 2010s . The Govotskis remain active members of the Bellows Falls business community to this day . They own a popular dip and seasoning blend company , Halladay ’ s Harvest Barn , which can be found at stores throughout New England . When Kaelan first came to visit the property , he hoped it was the perfect place to start their new life in Vermont . “ I called Blessing while she was still over in Italy and told her that I thought I might ’ ve found the place . I knew it was a huge risk for her to say yes without seeing it , but I really hoped she ’ d say , ‘ Yes !’” After sending Blessing several photos remotely , she agreed to the decision , and they took the leap of faith together .
Throughout the transition process of moving to Vermont and acquiring the Inn , the Yen Smiths experienced the welcoming nature of Bellows Falls ’ residents , who embraced them as
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