With a name like “Kyra” and a knack for being silly, it’s not surprising that the kids in my first grade class were quick to call me weird. While I’ve always embraced my off-beat ways, it’s never been easy to find like-minded goofballs in this serious city we call home. Well, that is until I […]

There is something to be said for a cool breeze, low humidity and temperatures in the low- to mid-80s. While it’s not yet time to squeeze into a pair of jeggings and slip on some knee-high boots, it gives me hope that fall — by far the best season in the District — is just […]

I’ve always loved the month of August. First, it’s the month that I was born, and until recently I made my birthday celebrations week-long events. It’s also the month that kids and adults alike head back to school. As a kid, advertisements encouraging families to buy new school wardrobes and school supplies (hello, Trapper Keepers) […]

Yum. The air. It’s been a delicious weekend as far as the weather is concerned. Sure there were some showers but if that is the price to pay for this sweet weather than that’s fine with me. But the calendar has turned and we have reached August, summer’s home stretch. How are we spending these […]

Good Morning Hill friends. It was a lovely weekend.  Wasn’t it? If you have never been to a Bikram yoga class, well you don’t really need to go because Saturday just felt like being in class in a crowded studio. My heart rate went up just opening the front door. Speaking of sweat, Nats Stadium […]