Category Archives: Living in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia is packed full of everything from fun to educational, serious to whimsical, and anything in between. Every article I have written or event I have written about is below in chronological order, or you can jump quickly to one of these categories:

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Life in Northern Virginia

Learning to love that wet dog smell

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Margie

I love my dogs but walking them on a drizzly, chilly morning has just never been my idea of a great time. I even bought these groovy rain boots with colorful polka dots on them, thinking they might at least … Continue reading →

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Biking in Northern Virginia

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Margie

I grew up in Alexandria, about a mile from Riverside Park on the Potomac River–just north of Mount Vernon on the GW Parkway. Before I could drive, the bike path along the Potomac River was my means of transportation into … Continue reading →

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Fall in Northern VA

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Margie

Every time fall comes around, I am reminded of one of the many great reasons to live in Northern Virginia–the amazing fall foliage and weather. I was out in the Shenandoah Valley on Saturday, October 16, 2010 to enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Halloween Haunts & Happenings in the DC Metro Area

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Margie

The DC area is jam packed with things to do this month for Halloween. Enjoy! Continue reading →

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Fall Fun in Northern VA (October 15-17)

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Margie

A list of fall activities in Northern Virginia including hay rides and wine festivals. Continue reading →

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Northern VA Homecoming Games

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Margie

My youngest son is looking forward to his last Homecoming game next week (Wow…wasn’t he just 5?). My oldest son and I wouldn’t miss it for the world. There might be some of you out there that want to go … Continue reading →

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TBD

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Margie

See the profile of Local SixFortySeven on Good Morning America!   Then vote for them Saturday, November 21, as America’s Best Food Cart! Derek and Amanda Luhowiak are two amazing people who are walking the walk as the owners of … Continue reading →

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