Alix taking photos at Leonard Oakes WInery during the lynoaken summer concert series.
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A "Rockstar" turns 40. Happy Birthday, Alix.

You may call her a teacher, a mother, a friend, a small business owner, a photographer, or
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A "Rockstar" turns 40. Happy Birthday, Alix.

Alix in her garden on our farm. She loves to plant and grow edible flowers.
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The One with All the Resolutions

I have been waiting a long time to use this title. It's my favorite episode of Friends
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The One with All the Resolutions

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Our List of Must Watch Christmas Movies

It's December 19th and our time to fit in as many Christmas movies as possible is dwindling.
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Our List of Must Watch Christmas Movies

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Happy 40th Birthday, Scott!

It feels like just yesterday we were at Hunan Number One in Arlington, surrounded by our DC
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Happy 40th Birthday, Scott!

Big News…

We’ve been keeping a secret, and this one is going to require a bowl of guacamole and a glass of wine to write.  Stay tuned this week, as we’ll be spilling all the beans and sharing all our secrets on Wednesday. In the meantime, have a fabulous start to your week!

Who Rescued Who?

Today marks the one year anniversary since I buried my very best friend.   In this world we don’t choose what moves us, what pains us, what pleases us. We are inspired beyond our recognition and loss is not something that can be articulated until you feel the whole of it.  I

June in Review – Best Dates of the Month

June is my EVEREST. As a teacher, I run full steam ahead from spring break to the very last day of school. I run on caffeine and the sheer knowledge that in a few short months, I'll be able to run home to my farm in NY and escape the chaos of our city life. But June not only means lots of work at school, but the warm weather in DC had us enjoying every possible minute in the evenings and on weekends.

Cocktails and Bubbles: 6 Drinks to Enjoy this Summer

Summer: the warmest months of the year can only be cooled by good air conditioning, a pool, and some of our favorite summer drinks. Embrace the love of tiki and rosés; allow the red wine to age for a couple more months. Here’s a look at our list of summer drinks, and