De-Trumping America: A Few Lessons From My Ride With Muhammad
The Uber driver—let’s call him Muhammad—was from Afghanistan. “So,” I asked, “how do you feel about Donald Trump?” I wasn’t going to take … [read more]
So Many Slices of Global Culture Under One Roof
Mayor Muriel Bowser officially proclaimed Winternational Day as more than 50 embassies showed off their cultures with food, handcrafts and beverages at the Ronald Reagan Building and World Trade … [read more]
Driving Lessons
The question I get asked most often these days is, “Where are you living?” “Well,” I respond, “I pretty much live on I-95.” “I don’t know how … [read more]
Thirteen Days on the Norwegian EPIC
Being spoiled for thirteen days on the Norwegian EPIC from Barcelona to Port Canaveral, FL can be considered decadent. Continental breakfast delivered to the room each morning; a friendly and … [read more]
In The Spirit of Giving Thanks
"Most of the credit for the establishment of an annual Thanksgiving holiday may be given to Sarah Josepha Hale. Editor of Ladies Magazine and Godey's Lady's Book, she began to agitate for … [read more]
Meet Georgie, Fairmont's New Ambassador
The Fairmont Hotel has a new canine ambassador. While many upscale hotels have gone pet-friendly and let the dogs in as guests, Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is taking canine … [read more]
Katherine's Weekly Batch Recipe: Tastier Than French Fries!
If roasted correctly, this stunning rainbow of vegetables can taste better than french fries. Yes. You heard me! Roasting for the ideal length of time caramelizes vegetables, conveying sweetness and … [read more]
'Stubborn Attachments'
Stubborn Attachments – no, not those kind – is about economic growth. So says prolific economic author and professor Tyler Cowen who was hosted at a book party in his honor at the … [read more]
Say It With Socks
Crazy socks. Wear them. Gift them. This year, let’s replace that tired holiday party tradition of the Ugly Christmas Sweater with a playful tribute to 41. What better way to … [read more]
Aging By Design, Not Default
When my mother passed away eight years ago, my husband and I began the process of trying to get my stepfather to relocate from New York to where we live in Northern Virginia. I had no idea it was … [read more]
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