Through letters to her daughter, one local mom is documenting the experience of having and raising a baby during a pandemic.
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A Tale of My Sweet Life
I live in two worlds: one as a co-owner of a chocolate shop in downtown Washington, D.C., and one in a world I create. My customers always remark, “You own a chocolate shop and write children’s books—what a sweet life!” But life wasn’t always so sweet. Growing up, my …
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As the pandemic continues, many moms of children with special needs are struggling to advocate for their children's education.
Read More »Logging Out of Distance Learning When her young children struggled with virtual school this spring, one local mom decided to prioritize their happiness instead
I’ve been getting a lot of calls lately from friends asking my opinion about what they should do with their children this fall. My perspective on the subject is unique. As an ICU nurse practitioner, I deal with patients diagnosed with coronavirus every day. I have witnessed how COVID-19 can …
Read More »We Tried It: Clark’s Elioak Farm Explore a magical land of fairy tales and visit your favorite barnyard animals at this family-friendly farm
Explore a magical land of fairy tales and visit your favorite barnyard animals at this family-friendly farm.
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