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!

Cupid (used to be) Stupid

Though I like to think myself sensible, grounded, and able to avoid the lures and traps set out for commercialized holidays such as Valentine’s Day, I am a complete V-Day Convert. A few years ago, I was proud to say that every Valentine’s Day, I would dress in black and mourn the

8 Things We Spend Too Much on for Valentine’s Day

It seems that Valentine’s Day strikes a dichotomous chord with us – those who are lovers of the chocolate-laden, flower-giving, over-commercialized approach to St. Valentine. However, in equal abundance are those who capitalize on yet another opportunity to show your loved ones how deep they are swimming in your affection. Though I