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DC: White House Easter Roll Lottery
It’s not too late to enter the White House Easter Egg Roll. I’ve had a few friends attend the Easter Roll and, for them, it ranked as an experience of a lifetime. My daughter has aged out (it’s for...
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Mount Vernon Estates: Upcoming Events
George Washington’s Mount Vernon in Northern Virginia is a favorite place of mine. I love the history and the serene setting. It’s only 14 miles south of DC and can be reached by car, bike, bus or...
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A Scottish Christmas Walk in Alexandria, Virginia
The beautiful town of Alexandria (Old Town) was officially established by three Scottish merchants and the town is named after one of them, John Alexander. The city celebrated its Scottish heritage...
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Aladdin the Camel at Mount Vernon Estate, Virginia
George Washington paid 18 shillings (a lot of money back in the day) for a camel to visit Mount Vernon Estate for Christmas in 1787. General Washington was known for his interest in all kinds of...
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More Signs of Spring
Despite the continued cool temperatures, I’ve been getting glimpses of spring. Most recently I saw the lambs at Mount Vernon. Such sweetness: Peeking around the corner “Rear View” Mount Vernon is...
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American Horticultural Society’s Spring Garden Market in Alexandria, VA
Little did I know, the American Horticultural Society headquarters is located just four miles south of Old Town Alexandria,VA. I love plants and beautifully blooming flowers but my mother was the green...
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