Active Woman Traveler

03/31/2025

Running friends rock!

03/29/2025

Wonderful afternoon in Scott’s Addition, at and and And soooo dog friendly!

03/22/2025

After our run on the Appomattox River Trail, I picked up a new book at in Petersburg, then stopped by for beer and pizza — where I happened to see Greg Hansard, author of Virginia Cider. 2:30, and already a good day in Virginia!

03/22/2025

Easy run along the Appomattox River Trail this morning!

03/21/2025

Rich insights from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture!

The Give Me Liberty exhibition at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture in Richmond, Virginia, commemorates America’s 250th anniversary.

03/06/2025

Bring on the music, the dancing, the delight!

02/28/2025

Honored to have been asked to contribute to this VinePair list, for the region's most distinctive quality brewery. Fine Creek Brewing Company

The total number of breweries in the U.S. might be at a temporary plateau, but the quality of what those breweries are serving is only getting better. Around the country, craft brewers keep pushing the boundaries to achieve new flavors, developing hitherto unknown ways to pack the most refreshment p...

02/27/2025

Thanks for your attention to the basics, This Post Monk Belgian style Tripel is everything I’d hope for — one of my favorite styles!

02/26/2025

Scrumptious dinner on my birthday at Hotel Petersburg, starting with a cocktail in the Boiler Room. Check it out for yourself soon, no special occasion needed!

02/22/2025

Honored to be part of the 2025 Richmond Magazine Sourcebook! Thanks, Nicole Cohen, for a fun and insightful overview of the book! You'll find the Sourcebook on stands now (another great resource for exploring Richmond!) and you'll find the book online (including ReedyPress.com) and local retailers such as The Valentine, The Alchemist, Fountain Bookstore, Inc., Outpost Richmond, Shyndigz, Shops at 5807, Virago Spirits, and Crossroads Art Center

A new book is a guide to Richmond must-sees.

02/09/2025

I picked up Valentine’s Day cards today (while restocking inventory for “100 Things to Do in Richmond”!) at about the same price as chain store retail (or cheaper) while supporting a local artist! Also some fun options from

01/26/2025

Late night snack and supporting the neighbors. We’re stronger together!

01/18/2025

Solid afternoon of research at the Library of Virginia, exploring an 1804 book of distilling how-to for my UVA Press book on the history of distilled spirits in Virginia. My work was supported by lunch at the new Whisk location at LVA! A stop by the bookstore revealed a discount on all books for the month of January. Many thanks to the staff and to

12/29/2024

Some ambitious beavers have been at work here at Pocahontas State Park. Name a lake after ‘em and it goes to their heads!

12/25/2024

Festive fun with two of my favorite people, in a wondrously decorated Jasper bar and seasonally brilliant cocktails! Cheers to all, and to all a good night! And Happy Holidays!

12/22/2024

Grabbing some last minute Christmas Day needs (Virago Gin and Bloody Brilliant Bloody Mary mix) and am pleased to see copies of my book as well! Do you have last minute gifts? Virago has cocktail kits and branded glassware too! Oh, and stay a few for a wonderful eggnog and other seasonal cocktails, too!

12/16/2024

Enlightening trip to Eight Shires Colonial Distillery in Williamsburg, Virginia, a tasty blend of history and drink, quite representative of the commonwealth. Fascinating concept for a distillery, nicely executed. A successful research trip for my work in progress, a book on the history of distilled spirits in Virginia with UVA Press.

12/12/2024

Great show now at in Richmond, Virginia. My favorite was the scene with “Take a Chance on Me,” hands down! TIP: Do NOT leave when the story ends! A big bonus awaits you!