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Inn Vermont : Harvest Barn Inn
Vermont-based solar energy firm , Solaflect , play a pivotal role in helping the Innkeepers reduce their environmental impact . “ We also use heat pumps to maximize our energy efficiency ,” notes Blessing . Blessing is passionate about building resilient and care-based
One beautiful day at Pete ’ s Farm Stand , Blessing found herself waiting in line , ready to take home some raw wildflower honey and a basket of luscious blueberries . Ahead of her , two women engaged in a heartwarming interaction that left a lasting impression . The first
“ It feels great to play a part in helping people enjoy their time together .”
systems , as evidenced by her Master ’ s Degree in Eco-social Design . In Bellows Falls , she has been able to witness the transformative power of community food systems firsthand . It isn ’ t just about high-quality , locally-farmed produce ; Blessing also recounts recently witnessing an interaction that beautifully illustrated Vermont ’ s spirit of authentic , friendly connection . woman , seemingly apologetic for taking a bit longer in line due to her abundance of fresh produce , graciously offered to pay for the second woman who was just taking a couple onions . They began talking to each other , which sparked a lively conversation . Witnessing this spontaneous act of kindness and friendship , Blessing couldn ’ t help but feel moved by the palpable sense of community connection .
It echoed the same ethos she and Kaelan sought to cultivate at the Harvest Barn Inn , and it reaffirmed her commitment to
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