My Own ‘Book Drive’

On the strong recommendation of a very wise source, I’ve started devouring a novel I should have enjoyed long before now. The problem with reading is… the story consumes you. Hard to believe the prospect of being snowed in over the long weekend is more… Read More

Hanging With A Homegirl

My stylish lawyer/fashion writer friend Yona and I went out for some comfort food and controversial conversation last night. It’s awesome to spend time with someone who challenges me to think so much. But I’m not sure if it was the brainteasing or the wine… Read More

Christmas 2007

My oldest brother got a dog (no, not for Christmas) and this is the first pet my family has had in a LONG TIME. His name is Catfish, and I think he wants my present! These are my adorable nephews. The youngest has absolutely the… Read More

Trivia!

I joined my brothers for their weekly trivia night at Summit’s in Snellville, Georgia. I’m the good luck charm… they have never even placed in trivia at Summit’s, and they say they go twice a week! With me on the team, we take FIRST PLACE!

Fire Alarms

The building where I work was evacuated for a fire alarm this morning. Purely by coincidence, the Old Executive Office Building also had a fire this morning (I say also though I have no proof that ours was not a false alarm).

Help Anacostia Get an HGTV Makeover

D.C.’s own Anacostia neighborhood is in the running for a renovation! A current HGTV contest, “Change the World, Start at Home,” has selected Anacostia to compete with nine other cities for a major makeover. Vote here, or go to http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/ah_change_the_world/text/0,,HGTV_30676_65469,00.html to find out more about… Read More

Yeah, Mr. Postman!

We got our postmark back! After the anthrax/ricin/terrorism scare, most of the District’s mail was sent to Maryland for processing. A recent article brought this little known (or cared about) fact to light, and Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton worked with the Postmaster to make sure… Read More