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Category: Holidays

  • 4th of July Party!

    Been away the last day  – Scott and I went over to the Gaylord National Convention center at the National Harbor to enjoy some 4th of July fun. We got a great rate via Groupon and booked an executive suite. The hotel is huge and the 4th of July event was fun although not necessarily…

  • A Father’s Day reflection

    A man’s worth is measured by how he parents his children. What he gives them, what he keeps away from them, the lessons he teaches and the lessons he allows them to learn on their own. ~Lisa Rogers I wanted to reflect for a min about father’s day and how that day has become more…

  • Tears for a Good Father

    Tears for a Good Father | Parade.com. As the old proverb says, “When a father gives to his son, they both laugh. When a son gives to his father, they both cry.” Happy Father’s Day, everyone.

  • HAPPY FATHER’s DAY!!

    Yesterday was a crazy day. For a good part of it, we had no internet connection. The entire community was down apparently. It made me think – what did we all do before we had it? My kids were upset, I was getting ansy  – crazy! After the graduation stuff on Friday – we took…

  • How To Observe Memorial Day

    The “Memorial” in Memorial Day has been ignored by too many of us who are beneficiaries of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Often we do not observe the day as it should be, a day where we actively remember our ancestors, our family members, our loved ones, our neighbors, and our friends who…

  • Happy Mom’s Day

    HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all the Moms and those that do the job without the title! Now a days there are so many definitions of what a Mother is – so they should get to enjoy the day too! This is a pic of my mom and I at my brother’s wedding last August in…

  • Coach Outlet deal just in time for Mother’s day

    Mother’s day is next week! Here’s a pretty good deal for those that live near Coach Factory Outlets. Most Moms would be pretty happy to receive a nice purse or some other accessory from there. They are even carrying some jewelry. Save 30% off $250+, 20% off under $250. Click here to subscribe to coach…

  • A relaxing weekend…

    I wanted to get a run in early because it’s supposed to be highs in the 90s today.  I headed out and one of my neighbors told me about this cut through that will take me directly on the trail.  I have lived in my neighborhood for 11 years and never knew about this —…

  • best buds forever

    I don’t have a lot to say today if you can believe it. Another gorgeous day ahead of us here in Northern Virginia. We are co-hosting Nate’s 6 th birthday party with his best buddy Grant.  These 2 have insisted on having a party together for the last 4 years – both were born on…

  • Happy 6th Birthday Baby Nate!

    6 years ago today Nathaniel Ryan Hoaglund was born. When he arrived he was whiter than anything I have ever seen. His hair and eyebrows were so white, it didn’t even look like he had any. From that day forward, life has been more fun and meaningful for our family. From the moment we started…