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Through A Local Lens AS NEARLY A LIFETIME LOCAL OF WILLIAMSBURG, IT’S FASCINATING TO
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FIND MYSELF SHOOTING PHOTOS OF THE VERY BEST THE AREA HAS TO
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OFFER. Having been an artist and photography enthusiast since early in my high
Lindsey Lyons
school career, I’ve been fortunate to hone my skill set on a number of subjects. What I’ve found is that my favorite subjects to shoot are the people I interact with. There are beautiful people everywhere and every opportunity to capture them is a gift. I have photographed babies being born, memories being made, vows being exchanged, even people in their last moments of life. I love being part of the Williamsburg Lifestyle team and look forward to sharing the best of Williamsburg through my lens. I usually rely on the adage that “a picture is worth a thousand words” but this issue gives me plenty to talk about. The month of May gives us the chance to highlight leading ladies in the community. Some you may know from school, business socials, or even your neighborhood. The cover shot doesn’t tell half the story, so check out these local movers and shakers. I also ventured out with our publisher, Feather, for an evening with the local celebs of “Dancing With the Williamsburg Stars.” You’ll see a lot of familiar faces, and if you
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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020
FEATURES 12 She’s Got The Sauce Flavor Rich Solutions For Mindful Meals
14 Modern Old School Helping Shape Tomorrow’s Savvy Grounded Citizens
18 L’Esprit Féminin A Closer Look at Local Leading Ladies
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28 Elements of Design A Quick Study of Design to Elevate Your Space with Amy Ahearn
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DEPARTMENTS 4
Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Healthy Lifestyle
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Giving Back
24 Locally Owned 28 Renovate & Refine 30 DIY 34 Parting Thoughts
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2020 Dancing With The Williamsburg Stars On Feb 29, Dancing with the Williamsburg Stars marked a monumental milestone, raising over $1,000,000 in it's 11-year history. The 2020 event grossed $115,000 and three stars emerged as winners: Felix Vlad, “Best All Around,” Kate Langbehn, “1st Runner Up,” Scott Kucinski, “ 2nd Runner Up.” Proceeds go to Literacy for Life and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater VA Peninsula. PHOTOGRAPHY BY: LINDSEY LYONS
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1. Star Felix Vlad and Pro Lisa Carducci Hip Hop dance | 2. Star Scott Kucinski and Pro Caterina Avino with entourage | 3. The Movement Company Lyrical Dance | 4. Star Elise Campana and Pro Brad Wanzor backstage | 5. DDS James A. Burden fans | 6. Stars Scott Kucinski, Chris Jones, Sammy Lee, and James Burden | 7. Judges Benny Zhang, Ruth Graninger, and Glen Lovelace | 8. Feather Wright and Amy Ahearn | 9. Chair Joe Hertzler and Co-Chair Scott Johnston present 2020 1st place to Felix Vlad and Lisa Carducci | 10. Pro Denise Ridley-Johnston and Fan favorite Scott Johnston dance a Foxtrot/Westcoast Swing | 11. Pros Caterina Avino and Steve Kirvan exhibition Tango dance | 12. Star James Burden and Pro Adelle Carpenter Tango 8
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Howard Hanna Williamsburg Wins Big Howard Hanna Real Estate Services held their annual Southeast Region Awards banquet on February 12, 2020. The Williamsburg office was the big winner of the night. Among the numerous awards, they clutched the coveted Top Office Award by
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
She’s Go t The Sauce
FLAVOR RICH SOLUTIONS FOR MINDFUL MEALS challenges most parents endure when it comes to convincing children to eat their vegetables. Her dilemma would only be amplified, were it not for her saucy solution, because she prepares meals that are primarily composed of vegetables. “Sauces By Tonya” was a business borne
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out of necessity, stating that she has eaten a mostly plant-based diet for eight years. The care she became accustomed to taking with her own nutrition became more acute, and second nature, with practice. Layering a dish with a base of arugula, then cruciferous kale or brussel sprouts, utilizing proteins from tofu or tempeh, adding carbohydrates from sweet potatoes, and topping with avocado and dressing has become a habit. The labor associated with creating the most mindful sauces to make these meals delicious, without drenching the plate with sugar or saturated fats, was something Tonya embraced. Close friends, and her husband, encouraged her to prepare servings ahead. Making sauces that were whole food fat based, derived from tahini (ground sesame seeds) or peanut butter. Her cornerstone products are Tahini Lemon and Thai Peanut flavored. Sauces By Tonya can be found at The Good Market, at Virginia Beer Co. or directly from her social media: @real.food.coach on Instagram or realfoodcoach on Facebook. Those that enjoy these can look forward to TONYA
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a vegan queso to be added to the lineup,
BERED, THREE TO ONE, BY BOYS IN
in the future as well. In addition to being a
HER HOUSEHOLD. Without running a
Coach with OrangeTheory Fitness, Tonya
short- order kitchen, it makes sense that if
will be expanding her entrepreneurial scope
the primary chef is making healthy food, the
to include personal food coaching.
rest of the family is all eating the same. The trick would be to make mindful plant-based food choices taste more “normal.” Tonya has had to overcome many of the same 12
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HOW T O BUIL D A SIMPL E , HE A LT H Y WHOL E -F OOD B OWL F OR L UNCH OR DINNE R: 1. Start with greens (spinach, mixed greens, arugula)
4. I recommend adding a plant protein (lentils,
2. Optional: Add a whole grain if desired or leave it
chickpeas, black beans, tofu or tempeh). But you
a salad bowl (farro, quinoa, brown rice)
could also add an animal protein (eggs, chicken,
3. Add raw or roasted veggies—anything you
beef or fish)Â
like! (Snow peas, snap peas, tomatoes, carrots,
5. Add my Tahini Lemon or Thai Peanut Sauce to
broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, sweet pota-
pull it all together and make it delicious.
toes, onions, garlic)
This whole-food bowl is not only simple, it is packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to keep you healthy and fueled for your full life.
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GIVING BACK
Modern Old School HELPING SHAPE TOMORROW’S SAVVY GROUNDED CITIZENS ARTICLE DOC ASHBY PHOTOGRAPHY JEFF SULLIVAN AND MICHELLE FLANAGAN
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WILLIAMSBURG CHRISTIN ACADEMY
accolades. Graham insists that the school
“What do you want your thirty year old
is undoubtedly an academic training facility,
student to look like?” The compelling ques-
and directs attention to the WCA mission
tion gives cause for consideration. Johnny
statement: providing college preparatory
Graham, head of school at Williamsburg
instruction, in a culture of grace, through
Christian Academy, elaborates on having
personalized learning in academics, arts,
technical academic recall versus being able
and athletics while building relationships
to balance a checkbook or prepare a basic
that inspire students to serve their commu-
meal. The concept reaches much deeper
nity, and become Christ centered leaders.
still, reflecting one’s character and common
The clarity of their mission carries over into
sense against simply achieving scholarly
the supporting facets of each department.
Jeff Sullivan, the school’s media and marketing administrator, pointed out the accountability and emotional stability that is instilled along the way being evident in the student body. Along with the parents, and support of the staff, these “7 Pillars” are appropriately named for creating a successful framework to adhere to:
+ Christ centered + Stewardship + Communication + Awareness + Inquiry lead innovation + Respect + Wellness Johnny explains how “the school’s value proposition is to simply offer an education system based on values.” The trajectory of their curriculum, while being reviewed by the International Baccalaureate Organization, is geared toward life preparation and self management as well as academics. “Cal Berkley now offers a fully accredited class in adulting. What parent wouldn’t want that for their child?” Johnny explains. Graham continues “There needs to be an emphasis placed on attention to detail and having a sense of urgency. Giving students credit for hands-on classes including dinner table etiquette, conflict resolution, financial literacy and credit, basic automotive, and appropriate email composition is a practical way of shaping those thirty year old citizens who will be leading families of their own and shaping tomorrow’s workforce. We even offer a five part series on contingency plans.” Graham further illustrates how the idea is to move away from a trend of over-coddling, which then leads to a more numb student by the time they move to their jobs or higher education. Bringing attention to global literacy emphasizes collaboration awareness through familiarizing students with worldwide video conferencing. Part of the academic projection is to offer skills based preparation for jobs that are not even in the marketplace yet. The culture of the school is changing with the times to address relevant hurdles students overcome in their present reality as well. One of the ways socio economic biases are being defeated is through adjusting the uniform policy to close the gap on perceptions of household income. Personal cell phones are checked in at the start of each school day, and checked out at the end of the day, to limit media pollution and enhance student focus during class hours. The faculty endeavor to offer the best possible learning environment coupled with spiritual preparation and Biblical application. Williamsburg Christian Academy works along with parents to develop a concrete spiritual compass while providing a sound academic foundation. CityLifestyle.com/Williamsburg
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LY N N E W I L L I A M S WEALTH MANAGER, MORGAN STANLEY Before entering the world of Wealth Management, with Morgan Stanley, Lynne Williams invested ten years in the commercial interior design sector. She is a wife to best-selling author, Tony Williams, and mother to a freshman at Clemson (Catherine) and Walsingham freshman (Paul). Q: WHAT WAS THE GREATEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU RECEIVED FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL LIFE? A: “The president of the design firm I worked at, in Richmond, Virginia emphasized that “We must enjoy our clients.” This person was driven, caring, and diligent, and always stressed the importance of not taking on a client strictly for the sake of business. “It’s better to have clients that become friends, rather than friends who become clients.” Q: WHAT WOULD AN INDULGENCE, FOR SOMEONE SO TASK ORIENTED, LOOK LIKE TO YOU? A: One example would be easy to take from my recent celebration of my 50th birthday. My girlfriends know me so well, as they told me to pack a bag and whisked me away to an undisclosed camping destination. The mission was to unplug with wine and nature, and we did just that. Q: WHAT IS A MAJOR LIFE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED ON YOUR JOURNEY? A: Family is just so important to us. “Tony and I make a point of sitting down to dinner with everyone six out of seven nights each week.” One lesson we have learned is to avoid becoming so involved in our children’s lives that we lose touch with our own. Girlfriends are important, as we lean on one another to grow together. Date nights, and making time for personal fitness, keep me grounded. Attending whatever we can together are priorities, while realizing we cannot do it all. That allows us to move from task to purpose. CONTINUED >
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PA G E B I S H O P REALTOR, LIZ MOORE REALTY Q: KNOWING YOU HAVE A BACKGROUND IN WRITING, AND PUBLISHING, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GREW UP BESIDES THAT? A: I always loved words. I grew up first wanting to be a librarian, then wanting to be a writer. I wrote a lot of poetry and short stories. I graduated from CNU with a degree in English/ creative writing. I see my love for books in my daughter now. She is a voracious reader! Q: WHAT DO YOU MOST ATTRIBUTE THE CURRENT SUCCESS YOU’RE FINDING REAL ESTATE TO? A: I am so blessed to have an incredible network of friends in this community and don’t know how I’d survive without my “tribe.” My goal as a realtor is to treat all of my clients like family. Most of my clients become family. I’ve met so many people through this job and am grateful for the opportunity to help people through major life transitions. Q: WHO WOULD YOU SAY HAS HAD THE GREATEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR JOURNEY? A: My mom. She raised me and my brother as a single parent. She faced a lot of challenges in life but always navigated them with strength and grace. She always has such a positive outlook. She has loved and supported me through my own share of challenges. She’s the person I count on most.
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Q: UNRELATED TO WEDDING PLANNING, WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU’VE BEEN GIVEN? A: When my first son was born I wanted to be the “perfect mom” and it was exhausting, and caused me an enormous amount of anxiety. My mom came to visit and she said, “Rachel things don’t have to be perfect. Some of the things you are stressing over can simply wait. Just enjoy him.” Q: WHO IS A WOMAN YOU LOOK UP TO MOST? A: There are three! My daughter, Shannon, and my two daughters in law, Paige and Ashley. They are all simply amazing women. Each are very strong and independent in their own right. They are all great women in their career fields. Shannon is a teacher, Paige is a regional manager for a software company and Ashley owns a Physical Therapy practice. Most importantly, they are inspiring mothers, wives, and friends.
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Q: WHAT FEMALE INFLUENCES DO YOU DRAW FROM? A: My mother was a hard worker in the British Virgin Islands, and I was unable to realize the sacrifices made until I assumed the role of a working mother. I also rely on my sorority sisters, in varying stages of life, to crowdsource perspective and wisdom. Q: WHAT ESCAPE FROM ROUTINE DO YOU LOOK FORWARD TO MOST? A: Exercise has become a real treat lately. Taking a Saturday morning to shut myself off, to read and get a manicure, is like a vacation. When my husband, Olin, isn’t traveling we may enjoy a cabernet to get the conversation started on our back patio, after the boys are in bed. Q: WHY WILLIAMSBURG? A: Growing up with the tourism roots of BVI, I love the energy that comes with a smaller community feel. Having two boys (9 and 12), with sports and familiar faces, we form a network of families that seem harder to find in a bigger city.
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CARLANE PIT TMAN DIRECTOR OF MBA PROGRAMS, WILLIAM & MARY Q: WHO IS A STRONG PERSONAL OR PROFESSIONAL INFLUENCE? A: My sister, Chadra, always personified a more “Hear me roar!” type of attitude. Her sense of fashion and selection of extra curriculars were inspiring. She now directs her passions toward her nonprofit, 4E.V.E.R. (End Violence End Rape) by embodying the Sankofa African principles of our ancestors. Q: WHAT IS THE GREATEST ADVICE YOU HAVE BEEN GIVEN? A: The Golden rule, of “treating others how we would like to be treated” has always resonated with me. That message was forged in the Sunday school classroom, and reinforced by a loving mother. Q: ANY GUILTY PLEASURES? A: With a daily two hour commute, I cherish a peaceful run, or time to sit and crochet. I love creating, in a world where everything is available on demand.
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Life is crazy. At Free Range Juice we make it a little easier to
In May of 2016, Tina Crowe opened “Life Is Good”
take control of your health. As a 100% mom-owned business,
in New Town. Now having rebranded her storefront to
we believe the best ingredients make the best juice. And
“Sweet Tea Williamsburg’’, she has found her niche in
free from judgement. We offer cold pressed juices, cleanses,
the sweetest gifts for yourself or someone special. At
smoothies, toasts, soups & more – as convenient fast-casual
Sweet Tea Williamsburg you will find a rotating selec-
or grab and go. Every bottle of juice extracts 2.5 pounds of
tion of dresses, jewelry and accessories. If you need a
fresh fruits and vegetables, preserving their essential health
present, we have “grab and go” gifts to take for every
benefits. And the best part? It tastes great… just ask our kids!
occasion (we gift package as well). Many of our prod-
Whether you need to grab something fast or a place to work
ucts have stories behind them, and Tina loves telling
in our cozy cafe, we want to make it a little easier for you to
you about them. They have also found it important to
make a good choice, take control of what you eat, and prac-
give back to the community. In February, Sweet Tea
tice a little self-care.
hosted a clothing drive for FISH and House of Mercy, donating over 5000 pieces
PARKWAY PRINTSHOP 410-C Lightfoot Rd, Williamsburg, 23188 (757) 378-3959 sweet tea williamsburg
www.parkwayprintshop.com Jared’s father began screen printing when was 15 years old. Jared recalls his dad proudly telling him stories of having
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clients, a bank account, and terms with his shirt vendors before he could even drive. Jared grew up running around his dad’s screen-printing shop as a young apprentice. Fast forward to 2017; Jared created Parkway Printshop after noticing a market void in the evolution of new processes that produces retail-ready garments. Parkway prints shirts for many local establishments including, restaurants, breweries, festivals, and small businesses. Their clients include Carpet Direct, Williams Landscape, Precarious Beer Project, Copper Fox Distillery, and Silverhand Meadery. They also print thousands of units for events like the United Way Day of Caring and Christmastown Dash at Busch Gardens. Whatever size project you have, let’s chat about it.
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MATCHSTICKS BBQ 1246 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185 (757) 741-3170 matchsticksbbq.com In March of 2017 Matt and Nicole Sileno began launching what would become Matchsticks BBQ Co. Catering their friend’s wedding, after a season of trial and error with their smoker was the first gig that started their award winning BBQ business. They both love interacting with the community and are grateful each and every day for the support they have received to dream together and grow their family business. What’s next for Matt and Nicole? Their goal is to move into a brick and mortar location while still using the food truck to provide catering as well as continue to cook at popular locations in Williamsburg, Richmond, and Newport News. Shortly after Matchsticks BBQ Co.’s food truck hit the road, Nicole started to brainstorm on ways to impact the community. She knew she wanted to direct efforts toward helping
how to help our local businesses
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SHOP LOCAL ONLINE Shopping online? Choose your local businesses first, if they don’t have a website or online shopping, give them a call.
BUY GIFT CARDS Don’t need anything right now? Purchase a gift card to use at a later time and consider buying for gifts.
ORDER TAKEOUT/VISIT DRIVE-THRU Continue to support our local restaurants and breweries by placing orders for delivery, to go, curbside pick-up, drive-thru and catering if unable to dine-in.
local children, so Nicole reached out to WJCC Schools and learned how to help pay down the school lunch debt in our local public schools. The Lunch Box Program began to raise awareness of this issue, and with the generosity of others countless lunches have fed our area kids.
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SUPPORT ON SOCIAL MEDIA Show your love for your favorite local businesses by following their page, liking, sharing, and commenting on their posts. Let them feel the love!
LEAVE YELP AND TRIP ADVISOR REVIEWS Take a few extra minutes and leave your favorite establishments a great review! We all look at those reviews when searching for new places to try so help others find your favorite spots.
THE SPICE & TEA EXCHANGE OF WILLIAMSBURG 439 Prince George St, Williamsburg, 23185 (757) 229-8327 spiceandtea.com/williamsburg The Spice & Tea Exchange of Williamsburg began its journey in April 2012, but in October 2015 owner Heather Hulbert took the reins. Heather and her staff focus on creating and sharing the experience of a more flavorful life. They share passion for each product and show their patrons very openly what makes them so distinctive. Upon walking in you will find many different custom cooking blends, looseleaf teas, specialty salts and sugars, while spices and herbs line the walls. They are known for in-depth product knowledge, strong quality control, and freshness of ingredients. The staff enjoys hosting and participating in on-site and off-site events. Come taste the difference today!
the spice & tea exchange of williamsburg
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OF DESIGN A QUICK STUDY OF DESIGN TO ELEVATE YOUR SPACE WITH AMY AHEARN
INTERIOR DESIGN IS THE BLENDED ART AND SCIENCE OF ENHANCING THE INTERIOR OF A STRUCTURE TO ACHIEVE A HEALTHIER AND MORE AESTHETICALLY PLEASING ENVIRONMENT FOR THE PEOPLE USING THE SPACE. Amy Ahearn is a “change agent” in her Williamsburg based firm, Decorating Den Interiors. She views her profession as having a responsibility to not only lead trends but spot them before they break. Her professional radar is tracking the emerging field of Wellness. While she claims not to be a subject matter expert, a few minutes of discourse with her may have her audience thinking otherwise. In the interior design process, as changes are identified, they are in a response to a pain or inability to meet a need. People are pursing peace, focus, solitude, and mitigating anxiety disorders all by changing the space they occupy. Simply working from home requires creating the best environment to complete necessary tasks well. Living space that is designated for schooling or professional development becomes viewed through a different lens, and means something entirely new to us. Amy asks thoughtful questions of a client at their first consultation to distinguish the clients’ actual needs and wants versus perceived needs and wants. 28
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RENOVATE & REFINE
“Are they taking care of elderly parents? Are they asthmatic or arthritic?” Questions like these reveal a myriad of lifestyle factors to consider. Determining whether noise or light pollution are affecting the space in a negative way will help determine what materials may be employed to correct the issue, or what existing ones are contributing to the disturbance. “There is a lot more to Wellness than just white paint, light, and moving a few plants around,” Amy states. Wellness is a by-product of Biophilic Design, which focuses on the blending of nature, and natural elements into an environment. The practice entreats a connection to nature, and has dated back to the earliest history of mankind. From the simplest solutions, such as cozy blankets, candles, plant life, or a water feature to radiant floor heating, touchless faucets, towel warmers, and steam showers they are all intended to enhance the individual wellness and comfort for the intended use of the space. CityLifestyle.com/Williamsburg
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PACK YOUR SMALL SPACES WITH A BIG PUNCH BY STARTING YOUR OWN CONTAINER GARDEN
IT MAY BE THAT YOU DON’T HAVE MUCH SPACE TO WORK WITH; MAYBE YOU ARE ALWAYS ON-THE-MOVE; OR, MAYBE YOU JUST SIMPLY COLOR TO YOUR SPACE. It doesn’t matter what your reason may be. Container gardening—the practice of growing plants exclusively in containers rather than in the ground—is a great way to pack some punch into a small (or portable!) space. With container gardening, there are almost endless possibilities. Whether you’re looking to grow decorative plants or edible ones, there’s likely an option for you— and it doesn’t have to be limited to simply growing herbs
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on your windowsill. There are several factors to keep in mind when you first start your container garden, the first of which being to decide whether you’re going to keep it indoors or out. Different plants grow best in different environments, so be sure to choose species that will thrive where you’ve decided to put them—making sure they are receiving the proper amount of sunlight and moisture.
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Here are a few other things to be aware of when you get started: CONTAINER SIZES: Large containers may be easier to grow plants in than small since
they have more space for large root systems and larger amounts of soil retain more moisture. + CONTAINER DRAINAGE: Your container must have a drainage system—even if it’s just a few holes you drill in it yourself. For plants that need to be watered more frequently, consider self-watering containers. + CONTAINER MATERIALS: The fun thing about container gardens is that you don’t have to limit yourself. Get creative with the containers you use (while keeping the above information in mind)! We love repurposing vintage items into unique containers.
the more the greener
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Why stick with one kind of garden? Once you’re a container garden pro, there are tons of different theme gardens you can create all around your home. CLEAN-AIR GARDEN Snake Plant + Spider Plant + Dragon Plant + English Ivy FRAGRANCE GARDEN Lavender + Lemongrass + Mint LEMON GARDEN Lemon Verbena + Lemon Balm + Lemongrass + Lemon Geranium
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The containers you choose are going to largely depend on the type of plant you’re trying to grow and the best space and environment for it to grow in. If you’re looking for the bare basics, there are a lot of different vegetables — like cabbage, celery, green onions, lettuce and leeks — that can grow in water alone. If you’re looking for a way to use that vintage glassware or pitchers hiding in your cupboards, here’s your chance! If you don’t have a lot of counter space (or space in general for that matter), herbs don’t need a ton of room to grow. Consider turning several small planters into a win-
Try these container garden combos:
dow garden for basil, cilantro, dill or thyme. In order to grow larger plants, such as tomatoes, lemons or — yes, even avocados — you’ll need some larger containers, like
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CILANTRO
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THAI BASIL
BELL PEPPER
BROCCOLI
GREEN ONION
pizza garden
TOMATO
stir - fr y garden
salsa garden
large pots, baskets or box planters.
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OREGANO
GARLIC
ROMA TOMATO
INTERIOR DESIGN FURNISHINGS | KITCHENS
Amy Ahearn 757-378-2785 Main 757-561-6592 Mobile amy@decoratingden.com www.amy.decoratingden.com
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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE DOC ASHBY | PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSEY LYONS PHOTOGRAPHY
T H E M OT H E R OF AL L GIFTS THE SIMPLEST OF GIFTS ON HER SPECIAL DAY
BESIDES A BIRTHDAY, OR ANNIVERSARY, FINDING A GIFT JUST FOR A MOM COMES ONCE PER YEAR. Sometimes a little prompting of the children is required to put something together for her, but no matter what their little hands come up with, it seemingly can’t miss. There appear to be a few common threads that tie these three area mother’s wishes together.
“My daughter, Quinn, is very
“Quality time with my boys
crafty and loves making home-
my little ones would be a
is the best Mother’s Day
made bookmarks and other
day filled with cheer and
gift! Our tradition is to pick
crafts. So the perfect gift would
kindness, and no arguing!
fresh strawberries and
be a fun, creative bookmark
Honestly, having them
eat ice cream at College
that we could use for a book
embrace me with love is
Run Farms, in Surry. I look
all I need.”
forward to it every year!”
that we read together.” -Patti Eppright
Orthodontist,
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-Ashley Bowman
Regional Property Manager
-Sadie Benolkin
Director, Rare Disease Clinical Trials