I hate fireworks. I know, I know… I’m a terrible American. I don’t like ice cream, Rice Crispy treats or s’mores either. Get over it. As a child, the loud “bang, zoom” of a firework exploding terrified me. Even ear plugs couldn’t make me a willing participant in my hometown’s yearly Independence Day festivities. As […]
The Fourth of July is my favorite holiday (after my birthday; tied with Easter). I love fireworks more than most things (although, as you’ll learn later today, this is not an opinion shared by everyone) and it’s a great mid-summer chance to get together with friends for a bbq and some beer. (Or, in my […]
When I learned that I was pregnant I spent the better part of nine months reading books about pregnancy and child rearing and stocking up on baby gear. Now, when my friends announce they are expecting, I eagerly share what I learned about the gear one needs to survive parenthood on the Hill. This is […]
I love the week before holiday weekends. Half of the office has already left for vacation, I’m busy enough that time flies by, and I have a long relaxing weekend to look forward too. Just a few days to get through, and a few projects to finish up and it’ll be time for BBQs, pools, […]
Everyone likes getting a bargain, right? Imagine bargain shopping and helping out a worthy cause at the same time. That’s exactly what Deals for Deeds does. Founded by DC natives Josh Hoffman and Harrison Miller, the program was launched in early 2010 with the goal of using the power of social media to both bring […]