As a family historian and founder of History Before Us , a project centered on capturing, preserving, and advocating influential history, gathering oral history and conducting tireless research has been a staple of my innate being for the past 20 years. I’ve always been inquisitive about my family…
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As a new parent, I experienced a moment of panic when I realized that it was time to plan my husband’s first official Father’s Day. Although he was technically a dad last year, we had only been home from the hospital for a short bit, so leaving the house was pretty much off-limits. This year, I knew…
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One of the aspects of Williamsburg that drew me in so closely when moving here from Baltimore was the overwhelming feeling that it would be the perfect city to grow our family. Although it’s a partially college-focused town, Williamsburg has always felt very inclusive of families and children of…
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As a recipe developer, food writer, and culinary director, I'm often consumed by the responsibility to inform and educate on what's new in the food and beverage space. The reason? There's so much "new" that it can be overwhelming. Whether showcasing unique, buzzworthy ingredients or teaching…
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Craving a breath of fresh air after being cooped up all winter? There’s plenty to do when emerging from hibernation in Williamsburg, whether it’s thrill-seeking, exploring an outdoor museum, shopping for spring fashions, or taking a bike for a spin. Feel the need for speed? The Pantheon…
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Baseball is often called “America’s pastime.” Yes, there’s plenty of competition these days from other sports, but there’s something very nostalgic about the crack of a bat, on a field of deep green grass, on a spring day, that hints at glorious summer. Williamsburg is home to a major college –…
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It’s a still, quiet morning at Waller Mill Park in Williamsburg, with nothing but the sounds of the birds and a few squirrels skittering through the pine straw. The lake is placid and still, reflecting the deep green leaves of deciduous trees that line the bank. Williamsburg may be known for its…
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Tea might be the most famous beverage of our Colonial forebearers, but another drink played a notable role in America’s history. Coffee became the choice of patriots as a form of protest surrounding British Parliament’s steep tea taxes. Today, a cup of joe is still the drink of choice stateside as…
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Williamsburg offers solo travelers food for the mind, body, and soul As a solo travel blogger, my first venture to Williamsburg resonated more than I expected. The region offers up diverse experiences for Black travelers (and those interested in our country’s complicated past), and I was able to…
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If you’ve taken an American history class, you already know that Virginia factors richly into this country’s tapestry. But my first visit to Williamsburg resonated for many more reasons. As a solo traveler and blogger, I was thoroughly entertained, enlightened, and engaged in more ways than I could…
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