Category Archives: inspiration

Tough lessons

Posted on July 28, 2011

My professional life has been a bit rocky lately and was really starting to let it get the best of me. I fell off the consistent exercise wagon, I have not been the fun mom I usually am, and I … Continue reading →

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Stuff that dreams are made of…

Posted on November 27, 2010

I dream of living near Monticello – in the footsteps of this green, magical mountain…

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One of my favorite places in the world

Posted on November 20, 2010

monticello Originally uploaded by Forceofhobbit Monticello in September.

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Uber-geeky holiday wish list

Posted on November 18, 2009

I was recently asked about my holiday wish list. My mature, responsible self tried to respond with pleas for world peace and an end to poverty. My selfish, all-about-me self responded with this: I like themes – this year it’s … Continue reading →

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Holiday Spirit – Hogwarts style

Posted on November 12, 2009

As Christmas rapidly approaches – I thought I would share one of my favorite holiday tunes to get in the spirit. All I Want for Christmas – Draco and the Malfoys For those of you who don’t know – this … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Challenge – Resources for buying local food in Virginia

Posted on November 10, 2009

Here is my game plan: 1 trip to a local farmers market to purchase all fruit, veggies and wine (all produced within 100 miles from my house) – I will probably do my shopping a few days before Thanksgiving (Sunday … Continue reading →

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cVille Community Garden

Posted on July 28, 2009

When I stay at the English Inn in cVille, I often meander around the community gardens next door… There is a secret (and magic) garden behind every gate.

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Gardening on my deck

Posted on July 26, 2009

Thanks to my sister, the garden on my deck is off-the-hook this summer We planted a succulent pot (my favorite item in the garden): Many happy tomatoes are on the way: The herbs and such are very green: The coneflowers … Continue reading →

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Longwood Gardens Spring 2009

Posted on April 27, 2009

Little D and I went to PA on Saturday – it was a beautiful, hot, sunny day. Longwood was beautiful – complete with tree houses and an Arbor Day celebration. The water gardens were under construction though – and we … Continue reading →

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Nick’s Hope: A Vigil of Prayer and Encouragement

Posted on March 29, 2009

It was 1 year ago when  Nick Freeman, a popular, well-liked, teenager in my community took his own life. You can read more in my post from last year, here. Here is a tribute to him posted by a friend … Continue reading →

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