The Making of a Vermont Innkeeper
Donomar Inn - Jeffersonville, VT
The making of a Vermont Innkeeper

Marriage Equality in Vermont!

Last night Moira and I attended a get-together in Montpelier to celebrate the passing of the marriage equality bill in Vermont. We were unsure what the evening would hold in store. We were pleasantly surprised at the amount of people that attended and the celebratory feeling in the room. There were numerous, and very entertaining, speeches from key legislators, yummy food and drink and of course a beautiful red-haired baby with a Mohawk! What party would be complete without that?

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Posted by Emjay at 5/1/2009 8:17 AM | Add Comment

Spring in Vermont

This beautiful April morning finds me sitting out on the deck in the warm spring breeze listening to the sounds of birds and the occasional car or bicycle going by. The Notch Road between here and Stowe still is not open despite the lack of snow this past winter and the recent warm temperatures, almost ninety three out of the last four days! I'm told the temperature will drop today as rain moves in later this afternoon and the rest of the week will see more seasonable temps in the high fifties to mid sixties. ...<< MORE >>
Posted by Emjay at 4/28/2009 8:10 AM | Add Comment

Journal 9-21-08

What an action-packed weekend we just had. The guests that stayed with us were here for all different reasons, which is always fun. Two rooms were booked with people here for the a wedding up the road, one couple was here to hike the Long Trail and another couple was here for the Street Rod Show at the Champlain Valley Fairgrounds in Essex Junction. Each one of these guests was a pleasure to be with.


            Our first arrivals were ...

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Posted by Emjay at 9/22/2008 1:10 PM | Add Comment

Journal 9-17-08

What a glorious Vermont morning! As the remnants of hurricane Ike dribble out of our state, the sun is shining through the trees this morning and the sky is blue with light, puffy clouds. Sitting in the sunroom here at the Donomar Inn, I’m able to look out (make a mental note to perform the fall ritual of cleaning all the windows!) and see Mount Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak, dodging the light clouds this morning. I’m sure ...<< MORE >>

Posted by Emjay at 9/17/2008 6:54 AM | Add Comment

Journal 9-8-08

I’ve been asked to write more in my blog. Not just articles, but a day-to-day journal entry. Funny… I didn’t really think anyone would be that interested in the day-to-day workings of a bed and breakfast. The joys, the stresses, the worries and the responsibilities of making an Inn successful. Anyone who is even remotely aware of the immense responsibility of owning, operating and maintaining an Inn will laugh at the idea of an Innkeeper having the time to write a blog entry ...<< MORE >>

Posted by Emjay at 9/8/2008 9:34 AM | Add Comment

Donomar Inn Events

Thinking of gathering with friends or family this summer? Consider our 1865 Vermont Bed & Breakfast, the Donomar Inn, located in Jeffersonville, Vermont, close to Smugglers' Notch Resort, Stowe, Burlington and Montreal, as the perfect destination. Nestled within the majestic Green Mountains, enjoy one of our six guests rooms, spectacular Mount Mansfield views, private baths, fireplaces, in-room Jacuzzis and six person outdoor hot tub. Our historic Vermont Inn houses many memorabilia from our ancestors, but is ready for you to make your own memories.

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Posted by Emjay at 5/2/2008 7:10 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Holiday Decorating

            One of the nicest things about being an innkeeper is sharing the holiday season with others. This year was no different. We dragged out all the boxes labeled ‘Christmas’ from the basement and began putting out our Christmas decorations. I’ve collected Santas all my life. I’ve bought some for myself, but mostly they have been gifts. My daughter started giving me a Santa several years ago for my birthday, which is the week before Christmas. Many have come from my mother, who started the tradition; many are hand-made, all are ...

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Posted by Emjay at 1/5/2008 5:50 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment

Unexpected life!


As a parent, it’s the call you never want to receive.  The call that creates a crazy, surreal moment in your life that you will never, ever forget. It’s the call that one of your children has been injured in an accident.  As a parent, you stop breathing, literally stop breathing, for what seems like hours, and maybe it is. Our son was in a serious motorcycle accident four months ago and I don’t think we’ve taken a breath since. As an innkeeper, there are any ...

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Posted by Emjay at 12/4/2007 1:39 PM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment

Green (Eco-Friendly) Weddings

Ever thought about making your wedding all about the planet? In this age of Al Gore, global warming concerns and record high oil prices, why not? Consider a pre-wedding day hike, kayak tour, bicycle ride, etc. How about sticking to a smaller wedding, say 75 guests? A reception in a natural setting would save you money. Every little bit helps toward healing global warming so let’s see what you can do to reduce your overall environmental footprint. ...<< MORE >>
Posted by Emjay at 8/24/2007 11:29 AM | Add Comment

Maple Tree Tapping

It’s that time of year again, albeit a little later than usual, when thoughts turn to the sticky, sweet smell and taste of maple syrup...<< MORE >>
Posted by Emjay at 3/26/2007 9:08 AM | Add Comment
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