This spring marks my two year anniversary writing for the Middleburg Eccentric. I thought it would be fun this month to take a stroll down memory lane by reviving excerpts from some of my favorite articles. Thank you all for your support, encouragement, compliments and of course, inspiration.

From April 2013 article on what to wear to the spring races. "…perhaps a finishing school lesson needs to be resurrected, please bend at the knees when picking things up. Full moons should be reserved for werewolves and downward facing dog."

From May 2013 article on always wearing underwear. "…I want to comment on the absolute importance of flesh colored panties. Really, there isn't a reason to buy any other color unless there is a bottle of champagne and bowl of strawberries involved, wink, wink. White panties, or striped or dotted or leopard printed, you sassy girl, can often be seen under your clothes even if you assume the material is opaque. Knowing is half the battle."

From November 2013 article on being thankful. "…I know according to Maya Angelou it is supposed to be "… in the reach of my arms, The span of my hips, The stride of my step, The curl of my lips…" but I am so thankful for Spanx, underwire, thongs, opaque tights and slips. Sometimes a girl just needs a little help to feel phenomenal."

From January 2014 article on personal style. "…Whatever your path is, take a moment to pause and appreciate you and your style. You are as unique as a snowflake and if we all wore the same uniform think what a boring, drab world we would live in. Cheers to being you."

From February 2014 article on traveling light. "…I recommend wearing your gym shoes to travel as they are usually the most comfortable and often get forgotten because of the room they use. I have gotten down to traveling with three pairs of shoes, from seven, and have impressed myself with how I can make outfits work with so few choices, not get blisters and still have treadmill time."

From April 2014 article on tailgating etiquette. "…greeting and thanking your host should be considered mandatory. In this era of email, texting and social media it is simple to extend gratitude for someone's thoughtful inclusion to their party. If you send a personal, handwritten note by postal mail you will forever be in good social graces and surely will be asked to return."

From November 2014 article on what to wear to holiday parties. "…For school parties, I say go all out with the Christmas sweater, flashing ear bobbles, blinking Rudolph nose and antler headband. Your children will only be embarrassed as teenagers when they see photographic evidence of your fashion statement. Right now they will just absorb your spirit and glow with you. Literally with your battery powered sweater."

From February 2015 article on romantic movies and love. "…For what it's worth, sweets shaped like hearts, if given with love are always on the diet. Live in love, Middleburg."