Category: PASTIMES
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The Artist’s Perspective - October
Twenty Eight years ago I began selling my fine art. I was creative at a very young age, but chose another path to make a living, and while that path was filled…
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Music in October - In Unison
I often say that my musical philosophy follows the counsel of the great Duke Ellington, who said, “if it sounds good, it is good”. Rather than saying, “I like…
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Smoking and Cancer Statistics*
By now everyone in the United States ought to be aware of the dangers of smoking. Anti-smoking ads and warning labels, concerned friends and relatives, and…
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Pet Friendly Wineries - Albert’s Corner
A few weeks ago, I ran across an interesting post on the Virginia Is for Lovers travel blog. It’s titled “50+ Wineries That Go Above and Beyond for Pets”. Hey,…
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Sneak Peek: Inside a battle reenactment of 1944 Allied forces
In September, 1944 Allied forces had advanced in Europe and Operation Market Garden was underway to liberate Holland. In September 2016 a small town in…
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The Black Feathers in concert at Drum & Strum
Enjoy an evening with The Black Feathers an award-winning duo from Gloucestershire, UK in the listening room at Drum & Strum located at 102 Main Street in…
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Spring Observations - The Plant Lady
Three years ago I began a very unscientific study of flowers per square foot in spring. My targeted plants were peonies versus iris, particularly bearded iris.…
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The Artist’s Perspective
I hope and certainly assume, that the readers of The Artist’s Perspective are both artists or creative types, and art collectors or enthusiasts as well. With…
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Planning for Multigenerational Living - Ask a Remodeler
P lanning for multigenerational living has been on the rise in recent years. With life expectancies increasing and early baby boomers entering their golden…
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On the Move - Sincerely me
I have moved seven times in my life. My husband has moved countless times, in fact, the year before we got married, he moved an exhausting three times. My…
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Exercise and Parkinson’s
R ecent research has shown that all types of exercise benefit those who have Parkinson’s. Exercise can help with stiffness and rigidity as well as improve…
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Fashions for the Olympian in You - Fashion Sense
E very four years, we are mesmerized by the magic and spirit of Olympic competition. The glory of diverse cultures is a reminder that we are more alike than…
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What You See is What You Get
Medical imaging has a pretty big toolbox: x-ray radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, elastography, thermography, magnetic resonance, computerized…
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It’s Time for Watermelon Park Fest
Over the past decade there has been a renaissance in live music through the growth of the music festival. Today, regardless of the kind of music you like to…
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Historic Village Prepares for The 47th Annual Bluemont Fair
Old fashioned family fun at a “Green” Country Fair featuring traditional crafts (juried), local art & authors, craft & farming demonstrations, music:…
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Albert’s Corner
P eople have long melted at the sight of puppies, kittens, and lots of other animals. That’s nothing new. Social media, however, has taken that love to an…
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A Caterpillar Virus - The Plant Lady
Q uality time in my garden happens late in the evening, often after dark. I consider it exquisite, a special place filled with night flowering plants. Most are…
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Albert’s Corner - A monthly column for people who share Their homes with four-legged friends
There are moments when this world can seem scary. Despite living amid the lush and relaxing landscape of the Virginia countryside, it’s still easy to feel…
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Now be inspired and create an authentic you
You finally turned back that ark to rescue us from Spring’s unceasing purple rain and drizzles, the bright rays are upon us. But while we flowers simmer in the…
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Functional moves = positive body changes
Functional moves might be the formula needed to reach your goals for a fit body. By taking movements that help your body perform your daily living tasks more…