Did you know that Nesbitt Realty in Northern Virginia will match any offer made by any Realtor?
Jamie and the Big Wheel
My brother and sisters and I grew up at the north end of the Shenandoah Valley where the Skyline Drive begins its way down the Shenandoah National Park. Here in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Valley is full of hills and dales. Contrast this with say Illinois, where my cousins grew up.... Continue reading→
Don’t be afraid of the truth.
In late middle school I attended Wakefield Country Day School a fantastic little private school in Rappahannock County near Flint Hill VA. If you're a parent of a school age child and you live within about 30 miles of Wakefield, I highly recommend you consider enrolling your child here. A fact of life at Wakefield... Continue reading→
About the Saltbox
This New England Colonial style got its name because the sharply sloping gable roof that resembled the boxes used for storing salt. The step roofline often plunges from two and one-half stories in front to a single story in the rear. In Colonial times, the lower rear portion was often used as a partially enclosed... Continue reading→
Eamon’s: A Dublin Chipper in Old Town Alexandria
Eamon's is located on King Street in Old Town Alexandria. Eamon's serves up an authentic Irish fried fish and chips with your selection of beers. You don't need a passport, but you'll feel like you've made a trip to Ireland from the moment you step in the door. There are a variety of sauces available... Continue reading→
Army Alumni Program
Soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen who are planning on, or considering, separating or retiring from U.S. military service within the next year can begin planning their Individual Transition Plan by visiting the Fort Belvoir Army Career Alumni Program Center. The ACAP center is located on Fort Belvoir in Building 1017, Room 158. For information about... Continue reading→
Photography Clubs and Associations of Northern Virginia
As one might expect in a region dominated by a news capital / world capital, Northern Virginia is home to a good many amateur and professional photographers. The names below are pretty self-explanatory. Northern Virginia Alliance of Camera Clubs Manassas-Warrenton Camera Club McLean Photographic Club Northern Virginia Photographic Society Reston Photographic Society Vienna Photographic Society Continue reading→
$38 Million Gift From Reynolds Foundation to Support New George Washington Library
Mount Vernon, Virginia -- The Donald W. Reynolds Foundation has pledged $38 million to Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, to construct a new library destined to be the international headquarters for knowledge about America’s most famous founding father. Construction of the 45,000 square foot facility, which will be named the Fred W.... Continue reading→
Find Love Where You Live
Just in time for Valentine's Day, here are four rules for finding romance in a condo. 1. Attend business meetings and don't skip mixers. Stay until the last cookie and glass of punch is served. Building issues make great topics of conversation. 2. The two best places to meet are the laundry room and pool.... Continue reading→
Belle View blanketed.
Alexandria and Northern Virginia have been buried in snow this year. On the way to work this morning I saw cars spinning wheels as my Subaru found a way. The Washington Metro Transit Authority closed today and we're expecting another 10 inches of snow tomorrow. I've not seen a plow on the streets all day... Continue reading→
Record Snow at the Worldgate
Northern Virginia was buried in snow this weekend and we expect more snow tomorrow! As you can see in this picture, parts of Reston VA got more than TWO FEET of snow! At my office in Alexandria we got about 18 inches of snow. I had to cancel all of my weekend appointments, but fortunately... Continue reading→