Category Archives: DC Adventures

An Urban Staycation Part 2: How I Became a Citizen of Lithuania

After visiting the Baltimore Aquarium, we headed over to a local bar to meet Erin and Daniel. They had been choreographing dance moves and bra shopping while they waited. We met at Pickles, a sports bar across the street from Camden Yards. Since i… Continue reading

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An Urban Staycation Part 1: Baltimore Aquarium

And so the quest to maintain my diamond status at the Hilton continues… There was no wait for a table, but service wasn’t quick so we only had time for a cocktail and an appetizer. Daniel and Erin left to work on their choreography for the post … Continue reading

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Celebrating the Holidays with the Obamas Part Deux

I love my job! Mostly because of my talented and dedicated co-workers, but also because of the incredible opportunities it provides. I can build programs that help families all over the world, train families and school leaders to develop the skill… Continue reading

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Jingle All The Way 8K

Even if the sky is gloomy, running the Jingle All the Way 8K will totally put you in the holiday mood! I hopped on the Metro and rode to Federal Triangle. The finish line was right there, and I like to think I crossed it first. Then I headed over … Continue reading

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Celebrating the Holidays with the Obama’s Part 1

This week, my very very good friend Sharlene’s sister’s friend Kimmy won tickets to the standing room only section of the National Christmas Tree Lighting Lottery. Four of them! And she invited Sharlene, Pinkus and I to join her (Thanks Kimmy! You… Continue reading

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Color Run

Sharlene and I arrived at the crack of dawn. It was a cool fall morning, perfect for a 5K at the National Harbor. Everyone was given a white tshirt and headband. Erelyn, Erin and Daniel arrived shortly later. Our route started near the beach and w… Continue reading

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The High Heel Race of 2012

Fall. Some people anticipate the changing of the leaves, or the cruch of fallen acorns, or the smell of a wood fire. This year I discovered a whole new reason to celebrate the change of seasons, the 26th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race.Evelyn, E… Continue reading

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