Jesse Straight of Whiffletree Farm in Warrenton, Virginia is one of several area farmers who drive into DC and its suburbs to deliver goods direct to consumers at central locations. For those who like to buy local, to meet their farmers, and the use of sustainable farming methods, the farm drop ... Read More about Meet Jesse Straight, owner of Whiffletree Farm and father of five
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Surviving Snowzilla: an argument for self-care!
Today marks the fifth day children around Metro DC have been home from school for the snow in what is being called Snowzilla 2016. Where I live, school has already been called off for tomorrow, effectively making this experience a seven-day weekend! No on was surprised about the amount of snow, but ... Read More about Surviving Snowzilla: an argument for self-care!
Meet contributor Alexandra Hughes
Alexandra Hughes of In Essence Coaching has made it her life's work to help moms feel calm and grounded. A mom of three in D.C., Alexandria has been leading Calm Mom coaching circles at lil omm yoga studio in Tenley. She recently led a webinar titled "Ditch Overwhelm" webinar that I'm grateful I was ... Read More about Meet contributor Alexandra Hughes
5 Steps to Mindful Holiday Eating
With the holidays upon us, it is easy to get derailed from our normal healthy eating habits and eat mindlessly. We’ve all been there: you sit down at a party or an event with family and friends, you arrive hungry, and you start nibbling on appetizers. Before you know it, you're stuffed full of ... Read More about 5 Steps to Mindful Holiday Eating
Ticonderoga Fall Festival Closing Weekend
The Fall Festival at Ticonderoga Farms in Chantilly, Virginia wraps up this weekend. If you thought they all closed down after Halloween, you've got a last chance this weekend! Ticonderoga Farms is one of my local favorites for several reasons. ... Read More about Ticonderoga Fall Festival Closing Weekend