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I Didn’t Know My Dog (Or Cat) Could Get Cancer Veterinarians hear this lament often, “I didn’t know that my dog (or cat) could get cancer!” It’s important to recognize that the prevalence of cancer in the pet population is high, especially among dogs. The reasons for this are multiple and varied but include genetic factors, environmental exposures such as second hand cigarette smoke, and chronic viral infections such as feline immunodeficiency virus. As is true with the human population, one of the keys to successfully treating cancer is detecting it early in its course. Preventive care and oversight from the veterinarian are important. Pets should be taken to the doctor for a checkup at least annually. Ideally, dogs over the age of 8 and cats over 10 years of age should have routine blood work and chest radiographs performed annually. At home, owners should pay attention to changes in appetite and bowel habits, activity level, any new lumps or bumps on or under the skin and changes in gait or trouble walking. The treatment of veterinary cancer is very similar to that in humans with combinations of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies all being used. The single most fundamental difference between pets and people regarding cancer treatment is the much lower side effect rate in pets. For example, side effect risks from chemotherapy are less than 20 percent in dogs and under 10 percent in cats. Newer therapies are making their way into the clinical practice of veterinary oncology, such as a vaccine to treat canine malignant melanoma, targeted therapies that attack specific gene mutations in cancer cells , and low dose “metronomic” chemotherapy. Nutritional and nutraceutical interventions are being investigated and used more widely. Because of these advances and the low risk of side effects, the quality of a pet’s life during treatment is usually excellent. This feature—maintaining a high level of

life quality for the pet—is the primary goal of cancer treatment. The survival outcome with treatment can vary of course; but many cancers can be cured or put into a durable remission. Similarly the cost of treatment can vary but is usually no more than several thousand dollars. Two patients, Belle and Wolfgang, are representative examples of what can be achieved currently for cancer-bearing pets. Belle, a young middle-aged dog, was diagnosed with malignant lymphoma, an aggressive lymphatic system cancer that will kill a patient in one month with no treatment. With chemotherapy she enjoyed an excellent quality of life for more than a year. Wolfgang is an 11-yearold cat who developed a high-grade sarcoma on his flank. This grew so quickly it was inoper- Belle, enjoying a day at home able by the during her lymphoma treatment. time he presented. Chemotherapy was used to shrink the tumor enough to have it removed by a veterinary surgeon. He then received three months of follow up chemotherapy and radiation therapy. His quality of life throughout was good and he continues to do well. Seeking the timely professional care and advice of your veterinarian is crucial if your pet is ill. If cancer is diagnosed, ask your veterinarian about current treatment options or referral to a veterinary oncologist. With the availability of many affordable treatments providing good quality of life with low side effect risks, the fear and apprehension that once surrounded cancer treatment in pets has been replaced by hope and confidence.

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Dr. Rogers Fred, III, a veterinarian and president at Valley Veterinary Oncology in Winchester, comes with a very familiar name in the Middleburg area. The Fred family moved to the Middleburg area in 1769. In the 1820s two brothers were born, Burr and Frank Fred. Dr. Fred is Burr Fred’s greatgreat-grandson. The Mr. Fred to which many in Middleburg refer was Frank Fred’s grandson, hence they are cousins. “My branch of the Fred family always called him “the other” Rogers Fred or just SHR,” Dr. Fred explains to Middleburg Life. “My grandfather, Rogers Fred Sr. and SHR were contemporaries and playmates. My grandfather lived in Washington, DC, but between the years of 1905-1918 would spend every summer with SHR at Sunny Bank Farm. My grandfather and I would always visit SHR every Christmas at Sunny Bank Farm. SHR had one daughter, Dorothy Fred Smithwick. Dot and I and Dot’s sons, Speedy and Rogers, are cousins as well.” Dr. Fred received his bachelor’s degree at Washington and Lee University, master’s degree in zoology at University of Georgia and his DVM at Virginia Tech.-MS program in zoology. He did his residency in oncology at the University of Pennsylvania.

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By Leonard Shapiro For Middleburg Life For an establishment that only celebrated its first anniversary May 17, Common Grounds has already become one of Middleburg’s most popular places to meet and greet, eat a sweet treat, sandwich or salad, sip a morning cup of coffee or a late afternoon glass of wine or beer. Located across the street from the Post Office, this cozy café on the inside and open air patio on the outside has been a virtual instant success from the first day it started dispensing food and drink from its everchanging and expanding menu. “This is all really hard to believe,” said Cyndi Ellis, who started the business with her husband Duane and their sons, Christian and Sean. “I’m still pinching myself. When I’m out here, I feel like Alice in Wonderland, seeing all these wonderful people every day. You come to work every day, and you never know what’s going to happen.” This much she does know: Deciding to open the business in Middleburg, along with recently moving to the area, are two of the best decisions the Ellis’ ever made, a true family affair all the way around. Cyndi had already retired from her own insurance business; Duane is still involved in commercial real estate; Christian had helped open several Starbucks franchises in the area; and Sean was a computer IT specialist. “I’ve always been interested in hospitality, food, decorating,” Cyndi said. “The four of us got together and said what about doing this. We were going to do it in Vienna where we lived, but the boys said they were tired of all the congestion and traffic, so how about a more rural location. My husband and I had always loved coming out to Middleburg. So we brought the boys out here and they said ‘yeah, this is the perfect place for this business.’” All of them are heavily involved in the operation. Cyndi works six days a week and arrives at 5 a.m. for the 6 a.m. opening. Christian, the coffee maven and also a six-day man, gets there at 11 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. Sean is involved with the computer and security end and generally stays in the background, according to his mother. And Duane comes out later in the afternoon after completing his own real estate workday, and is a constant presence on the weekends. A vintage car enthusiast, every Sunday from 7 to 9 a.m. he plays host to other like-minded collectors who park their spiffy vehicles on the street or behind the Middleburg Bank and come in for discounted items on the menu, and plenty of car talk. Duane also is known as “The Milkman” because he

purchases and daily transports the 80 gallons customers go through every week. “The place is a lifesaver,” said Steve Hines, a morning and occasional afternoon regular along with his wife, Darlene. “We’re in there almost every day. It’s a great place for my wife and I to meet. It’s a contemporary atmosphere, and the people who work there are just so nice.” That’s the whole idea, Cyndi Ellis said. “Our employees have been a big part of our success. They’re friendly and personable with the customers. We truly speak to customer service. If there’s something you want that’s not on the menu, we’ll try to do it for you. Christian put the whole team together. They come from all different backgrounds, all different educational backgrounds. Some are local. They’re all fun to be around and they like being around each other.” Baked goods come from three different local farms. Another five area farms supply most of the other food products. “That was all in the original plan,” Cyndi said. “Local whenever possible and always keep the price affordable.” The plan clearly seems to be working. “From the beginning, we’ve been busting at the seams,” Cyndi said. “It took us 18 months to open and we were worried at first that people would be upset with us. It was the exact opposite. They came out in droves and they keep coming. And they’ve created this vibe, this atmosphere. The whole town brings something to the table.” There are countless regulars—morning, noon and late afternoon. Four days a week, a group of women taking a morning exercise class at the Community Center congregate on the patio, replenishing a calorie or three. One fellow is at the door promptly at 6 a.m. daily for his hot chocolate and a sandwich for a later lunch. Dogs also are welcomed, inside and out. They’ve also held poetry readings and book signings, and every month a new local artist has their work displayed on the walls. The Ellis family has no plans to search for other possible locations and has already spurned several inquiries about franchising their business. They are now thinking about staying open later, perhaps to 8 p.m., the better to serve a limited dinner menu and liquid refreshments out on the sidewalk patio. “This will be it” in terms of adding other locations, Cyndi said. “You can’t bring the personality of the people here in Middleburg somewhere else. I don’t think you could franchise what we have here. People come in and smile. Everyone needs some place to go sometimes. The way I look at it, it’s a little spot of heaven, and we’re thrilled to be part of it.”

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Tell us a little about where you grew up and went to school.

required, completing applications, filing claims, following up on claims to be processed promptly and fairly for the insured as well as the insurance company. An independent agent represents many companies, which enables placement with a company that best fits the profile of the insured commensurate with the lowest premium.

Early life through the teens was lived in a small community on the west side of Richmond. It had a Norman Rockwell flavor…horseshoes, community circuses, boy’s club, a pee-wee football team and a community dog, Sandy. The family home, being less than a mile from the Deep Run Hunt Club, provided early access to the horse. I graduated from the University of Richmond.

What prompted you to go into this business?

How did you get to Middleburg?

I’ve always been a salesman. However, having an independent streak, I am not a company man. The alternative was to strike out on my own.

Before starting your insurance association with Moore, Clemens & Co. what was your experience in this line of business?

Thirty years ago my wife and I, along with Jim and Polly Rowley, spent a month in Kenya with a safari guide camping in the Mara, Tsavo East and Tsavo West game preserves. Many animals were photographed in a setting undisturbed by tourist minibuses. While reviewing the slides it hit upon me to express various insurance slogans to fit the actions of the animals.

With a song and a prayer a move was made in 1957 from Richmond to Middleburg with my wife Courtney and four children to start an insurance business. This was motivated by a familiarity with the area and it’s residents through years of participation in all forms of equine disciplines. The bucolic nature was no small enticement.

An insurance company specializing in equine insurance wanted representation in Virginia and my new agency filled the bill. Over the years, two Kentucky Derby winners, Kauai King and Spectacular Bid, were insured. The agency was sold in 1992 initiating a wonderful association with Moore, Clemens providing all forms of insurance coverage in addition to equine.

What other business ventures have you done?

Complementing the insurance agency was a real estate company along with a bloodstock agency. However, juggling three balls at one time was stressful and finding real estate was not my cup of tea. The bloodstock agency has provided many interesting events involving many interesting people such as conversing with the Aga Khan at the Irish Sweeps ad.aiHunt 1 at4/23/13 2:50 PM Derby, 21688 havingMiddleburg lunch withLife Bunker Keeneland Sales—

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Fred Kohler

he let me pick up the check—partying at the Chenery’s residence in Saratoga, having George Steinbrenner as friend and client, also Paul Marriott as friend and companion, etc. A lady I met at the Newmarket Sales called to ask my assistance in buying a mare at the Keeneland Sales for a wealthy client. We purchased the highest priced mare sold that evening and a picture was taken while signing the sales slip. It was released the next morning on the front page of the Lexington Herald identifying me as Stavros Niachos, the billionaire oil tycoon for whom the mare was purchased—the main difference between us being a billion dollars.

Will you tell us how old you are and what is the secret of success.

What services do you offer your clients?

Tell me something no one knows about you.

Once a policy is sold there is a duty of service in addressing questions posed by an insured, processing endorsements, providing advice as to appropriate coverage, coverage

Well, you are only as old as you feel. I liken myself to Will Rogers’ aphorism. When people have experienced a lot of living they want to turn back the odometer of their lives. Not me. I want people to know why I look like I do. I’ve traveled many miles and a lot of the road was unpaved. Degrees of success are measured by how much you like yourself and with a happiness that relates to one’s business, family and the world at large. I’m pretty happy with where I register on the scale. I have long regretted not having learned a second language.

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For the second year in a row, Wakefield School sent hundreds of pounds of donations to the Middleburg area food bank Seven Loaves. At the year’s final All-School Assembly May 20, the Wakefield community collected 824 pounds of produce and baby supplies to give to the nonprofit. The project originated last year when Wakefield parent Beth Gruneisen of Purcellville, who volunteers for Seven Loaves as a driver, approached the school with the idea of collecting fresh fruit and vegetables for the food bank, as most donations are packaged or canned. Grades 1 and 7 were charged with bring-

ing in bananas; grades 2 and 8 potatoes; grades 3 and 9 onions; grades 4 and 10 carrots; grades 5 and 11 apples; and grades 6 and 12 oranges. Faculty and staff brought in diapers and formula. Seven Loaves is an all-volunteer, ecumenical, faith-based ministry dedicated to providing food, personal supplies and other assistance to those in need in Middleburg and the surrounding area. In 2012, Seven Loaves served 698 households. Within those households were 2,684 persons: 783 children, 1,443 adults and 184 elderly persons. These households made a combined total of more than 5,300 visits to Seven Loaves.

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he inaugural Puppy Show was held May 11 at Betsee Parker’s historic Huntland. It was the first since the kennels were built by Joseph B. Thomas in 1911. These kennels had been home to both the Middleburg and the Piedmont hounds. At the time, this striking building was unique in America. Thomas, then Master of Foxhounds to the Piedmont Hunt, had spent much time overseas studying especially British models and building his kennels and stables to resemble these structures. On several walls of the kennels and at the front gates of the farm, one sees excerpts from 18th century English poet William Somerville’s

delightful verse, “The Chase.” Attendees included Middleburg Hunt members as well as other huntsmen and masters from neighboring hunts. The puppies performed admirably. Parker presented a circa-1865 sterling trophy she purchased in New York to Middleburg Mason the champion hound. Research has since revealed that it was a gift to Master Thomas Stannus from the other masters of the Killultagh Hunt in Ireland. At the time, the Killultagh hunted hare. It now hunts fox, but there is a small hare on the top of the trophy along with engravings of huntsman with hounds on the body.

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99th Commencement: Foxcroft School’s

Windy But Wonderful

The 36 members of Foxcroft’ Class of 2013 were accepted to 100 colleges in the US, UK, and France.

Senior class speaker Carter Ware of Middleburg talked about the class’s circuitous route to leadership.

Lilly Potter, daughter of Jeffrey and Donna Potter of Middleburg, took home the Becky Award as the outstanding sophomore as voted by the Foxcroft faculty. Assistant Head of School Sheila McKibbin gives Josie Betner Mallace Prize winners Avery Finkel and Clementina Arubi a big hug during the commencement ceremonies

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Valedictorian Miranda Raschid of Purcellville received the Charlotte Haxall Noland Award at Foxcroft School’s Commencement, to go with the French and English prizes she collected a day earlier at the annual awards assembly. Miranda, who served as Student Head of School this year plans to attend Barnard College.

Mary Louise Leipheimer, head of school, and retiring faculty Stewart Chapman Herbert, commencement speaker

Graduating seniors Carter Ware and Caroline Fout, both of Middleburg, and Abigail Bauer of Purcellville.

ndaunted by temperatures dipping into the low 50s and winds gusting above 30 mph, the members of Foxcroft’s class of 2013 strode through Miss Charlotte’s Garden Friday, May 24, to receive their diplomas and celebrate their achievements at the school’s 99th commencement. Head of School Mary Louise Leipheimer presented diplomas to 36 students from nine states, the District of Columbia, and six countries. All told, these girls have been offered 139 acceptances and nearly $1.2 million in merit scholarships from 100 colleges and universities in England, France, Scotland and the United States, including Barnard, Carnegie Mellon, Cornell, Purdue, UCLA, Virginia Tech, Wofford, and the state universities of Delaware, Kentucky, Wisconsin, and Virginia. The featured speaker chosen by the class, Stewart Chapman Herbert, had made that trek through the garden two dozen times: four as a member of the Class of 1977, 19 times as a member of the faculty, and once to get married. An English teacher and a coach from Middleburg, Herbert retires this month as one of the most respected, caring and demanding educators encountered by students. In her engaging speech, she drew on her passions—family, teaching and learning, gardening, and sports—as well as iconic characters and authors from her vaunted American Literature class. “The message is simple,” she said. “Cherish family and friends. Work hard and with passion. Always compete at your highest level, and nurture and grow your garden.” What she asked of the graduates, like the quality of work she demanded of them in the classroom, was not so simple: Be a friend. Dig in and get your hands dirty. Seek to do your individual best in all that you do. If necessary, be the thorn on the rose and stand up for what

you believe. “Dare to live a life of meaning and fulfillment on any scale, large or small,” Herbert said. “Reject the mediocre. Celebrate purpose and worth. Be a teacher and a learner. Live a life of personal value. Live as Thoreau challenged us to: ‘deliberately.’” Senior class speaker Carter Ware, a Middleburg resident who will attend Washington & Lee University, summarized the class’s journey from silly, sometimes raucous youngsters to outstanding community leaders. “We weren’t looked up to and praised from the start,” she said. “We had to earn our spot at the top of the heap and prove to the school that we deserved to be the seniors who set an example for everyone else.” Purcellville’s Miranda Raschid, who served as student head of school and was named valedictorian, received the coveted Charlotte Haxall Noland Award for best combining the qualities that founder valued— high purpose, leadership, integrity, accomplishment and understanding. She will head to Barnard College. Rebecca Mann of Hamilton, who received the Theresa Shook Award winner for athletic excellence and sportsmanship and was the salutatorian, will attend Washington & Lee. Catherine Reynolds of Round Hill collected the Ida Applegate Award for courtesy and kindness. Clementina Arubi from Lagos, Nigeria, and Avery Finkel of Warrenton shared the Josie Betner Mallace Prize for courage and humor, and Student Vice Head of School Jeanete Pina Baez, of Bronx, NY, received the Dudley Prize as the senior most willing in her unselfish efforts for the good of the school. Junior Pin Tsuan (Vivian) Tsai, sophomore Lillian Potter, and freshman Charlotte Shcarfenberg received the top prizes for their respective classes.

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By Leonard Shapiro For Middleburg Life The Hill School said a poignant and thoroughly well-deserved farewell last month to long-time Middleburg residents Tal Mack and Yvonne Miller, two stalwarts of its faculty over the past 30-plus years, with a reception that drew a standing-room-only crowd that included students past and present, family, friends and fellow teachers in the school’s overflowing auditorium. Mack, who started at Hill in 1971, primarily taught sixth grade in recent years, and Miller, a fourth-grade teacher at Hill since 1980, both were honored with the title Faculty Emeritus. Sadly, Miller was unable to attend because of an eye problem that sent her to the University of Virginia hospital the afternoon of the event, which was attended by more than 200 admirers of both immensely popular instructors. In remarks to the audience, former Hill headmaster Tom Northrup said, “Tom and Yvonne embodied that love of child. You can teach that subject matter, but what you can’t teach is the heart and soul. You all have been so fortunate to have two teachers like Tal and Yvonne in your lives.”

Of Miller, he added, “She was an important part of the Hill School fabric. Yvonne had high expectations, and her students always recognized how much she loved them.” Mack’s daughter, Lauren, a Hill School graduate who had her father as her teacher in the sixth and eighth grade, also spoke of “the unique experience of seeing him from the perspective of a daughter and a student. I can make comments that others can’t make.” Lauren, who earlier in the day had defended her doctoral dissertation in Richmond, went on to describe the time when he decided to teach her, as a 4 year old, how the earth revolved around the sun. “He had a grapefruit and a flashlight,” she recalled. “My first thought was ‘wow, dad sure does know a lot.’ Then I thought, ‘wow, this explanation is taking a really long time.’ This was not the last time I had these thoughts…But as much as he expected from us, he put in three times as much work making sure we were doing the work, really caring about the papers he was grading. We are celebrating this demanding, dedicated, extraordinary man. Thank you for caring where we put a comma.”

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The Land Trust of Virginia (LTV), a nationally accredited nonprofit land trust that protects open space and natural and historic resources in Virginia, honored citizens in Loudoun, Fauquier, and Culpeper counties with conservation awards May 19 at LTV’s annual “Garden Party to Save Virginia’s Countryside” held at the Arundel family estate, Merry Oaks, north of Warrenton. The 2013 LTV Conservationist of the Year Awards for Leadership and Lifetime Achievement were presented to Hope Porter of Warrenton and Mimi Abel Smith of The Plains. Porter is one of the foremost advocates, educators, supporters, and practitioners of land conservation in Virginia. Abel Smith has been an inspirational leader in the land conservation, historic preservation and equestrian communities for many years. Her leadership and involvement in key conservation organizations has helped preserve thousands of acres of land in Fauquier and Loudoun counties, as well as throughout Virginia. LTV Landowners of the Year were Jeremy Lee and Susan Lee of Lucketts. Jeremy and his mother, Susan Lee (with the support of her husband, Kenneth Lee) donated a permanent conservation easement on their 239-acre farm near Lucketts in Loudoun County, voluntarily relinquishing development rights for an approved 47-lot subdivision. Photos by Missy Janes

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By Betsy Burke Parker For Middleburg Life Work on the farm is never finished, Pat Sher said. She whistles up her dogs—two friendly Rottweilers—and together the trio clambers down the wooden steps of her Rappahannock County log cabin. At 73, Pat Sher looks like your typical active grandma—healthy, tan complexion, small and slender; she’s a study in perpetual motion. But Sher is anything but typical. After all, she went from suburban housewife, matriarch of a big, busy family to one of Virginia’s leading agricultural producers in the span of a few months some two decades ago. She climbs on a tricked-out golf cart and rolls it out of the cool shade by the house into the sunshine, coasting down the hill on a paved lane that slices between grassy pastures lined with sturdy mesh fence. Sher glides to a stop beside a weathered wooden barn and slides open the heavy double doors. When you enter the stable, you realize Sher’s farm is different. In the dark of the building you can’t see the animals yet, but Pat speaks in low tones, cooing to livestock you sense as well as smell. It’s a one-sided conversation. “Hey Banana,” she is saying. “Hey BananaEars! How’s my baby? You want a treat?” Sher opens a bin and pulls out a plastic tub of horse cookies. Your eyes adjust to the low light just in time to see what’s attached to the ears. Soft dark eyes set wide on a dished face, swan-proportioned neck, tendrils of soft fur. It’s a full-grown female llama, one of a dozen lounging inside the cool barn this warm May morning. Sher has become something of a llama whisperer, at one with her beloved flock and a champion of the multi-use Andean animals that have found a strong fan base in Northern Virginia’s hunt country. Sher and late husband Charlie started the Lazy S Llama Ranch in 1991. They were Arlington city government workers who inadvertently became one of the region’s top producers of llama fiber and sales stock. Pat Sher has embraced her inner farmer, moving to the rural farmland around Amissville and creating a magical oasis for the vocation-avocation of llama ranching. She especially loves the organic and sustainable nature of the agri-business: from making their stud llamas available, to selling

crias (llama babies), to marketing young stock as pack and show animals, they also sold tons of the luxe wool from their foundation flock. They even hit paydirt on the other end—composted llama manure flies out the door to gardeners who find the rich organic material top-rate to feed their ex-urban veggie beds. A 1958 graduate of Wakefield High in Arlington, she worked for the FAA before marrying GAO accountant Charlie Sher in 1959 and raising five kids. By 1990, she and Charlie wanted to move “closer to the land.” They weren’t sure what sort of farm they wanted, they just wanted to farm.

on the farm at a time, with fiber sales and young stock sales the biggest income producers. Llama wool is soft, durable and very warm. Thread made from the huge sacks of raw wool is used for hats, sweaters, socks, gloves, scarves, even woven rugs that last generations. One llama yields about five pounds of wool— enough to fill a trash bag. Wool goes to a specialty mill for processing into thread, which is sent to a producer for value-added products, apparel Sher sells online and at markets and popular sacks of loose fibers, “bird bags,” for birds to pluck threads for nest building.

Llama socks, gloves, hats – even bird-bags for nest-building – are just some of the products that can be made with valuable llama wool

And llamas never crossed the radar. The answer dropped into their laps one day driving along sleepy Rt. 211. They saw a little white sign pointing to a llama farm open house. In NIH researcher Dr. Dale Graham Charlie and Pat Sher found a kindred spirit, an educated city convert who’d been living her dream at Llamarada near Rixeyville. Pat Sher remembers the friendly fluffy llamas who greeted her as an old friend on first meeting. They were sold. “We bought four.” Lazy S Llama Ranch was born. The Shers devoured every bit of information about the endeavor, attending seminars, apprenticing alongside Graham, reading and learning. They found that llamas require twice yearly worming and once yearly inoculations. Their feet need attention, but it was something they could learn to do themselves. Lazy S expanded to as many as 50 llamas

In addition to fiber, llamas are used for draft, guardian animals (they will attack and kill dogs or coyotes), show, therapy animals and pets. Given that a well-bred llama brings as little as $500 on today’s market, down from a high of $5,000, it’s a tough business. Raw fleece sells for $2.50 and ounce for llama wool; alpaca wool sells for $4.50 an ounce. As much as Pat Sher has embraced her inner farm girl, she’s also grown to love her adopted Rappahannock County. “No traffic light, no fast food, no supermarket,” she said approvingly. “But you know what? If you want it, you can find it. “ Lazy S remains a family project. Daughter Debra Norris lives next door, operating the Home Away From Home pet care center—her two children help their grandma when they can. “People my age usually carry around pictures of their grandkids in their wallet,” Sher said. “I carry pictures of my llamas.”

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working equestrian estate. Minutes to fine dining, shopping, the farmers’ market, vineyards and multiple equestrian venues from fox hunting to Polo and approximately one hour to our nation’s capital, this rare gem is an exceptional offering. Well worthy of consideration. Articles are prepared by Middleburg Life’s real estate advertising department on behalf of clients. For information on the home, contact the listing agent. For information on having a house reviewed, contact the Middleburg Life real estate advertising department at (540) 687-6059.

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Kathryn Masson’s acclaimed book “Stables: Beautiful Paddocks, Horse Barns, and Tack Rooms” showcases exceptional equestrian properties, and among the ones highlighted in her tome – with photographs by Paul Rochelau – is our featured property for the month, Rallywood. Located in an A+ location in the heart of Orange County Hunt territory and surrounded by large tracts in easement, the property enjoys endless ride out. It is no exaggeration to call this 115acre estate among the finest of its kind . . . in the region, in the nation, in the world. And now it has come on the market, waiting for a new generation of ownership to provide their own personal stamp on both the acclaimed, multiple residential areas and the astounding grounds and equestrian complex. The property currently is on the market, listed at $5,999,000 by Cindy Polk and David O’Flaherty of Washington Fine Properties. Nestled in a private and protected location on the edge of historic Middleburg, the expansive property embodies the character and lifestyle of the area. The manicured grounds are mostly open and rolling with some mature trees and woods and crossed by The Little River. Miles of stone walls lace the land, and there are several magnificent building sites should one desire to build a dream home. Stone pillars bid us welcome, as anticipation builds while we meander down a long lane, enjoying views of the lush rolling countryside, hand-laid stone walls and a bold stream highlighted by mature trees. An impressive state-of-the-art stable, designed by architect Thomas Beach, welcomes with a formal landscaped courtyard enhanced by specimen trees and a stone walkway, exemplifying a perfect marriage of form and function. The Old World reception hall enchants visitors with fresco-secco wall treatment along with richly stained wood and ample seating, providing glorious space to work, rest, entertain and enjoy. A heated lounge complete with sink, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer, a separate laundry room with commercial-

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Exquisite details throughout this incredible 12 bedroom Georgian Revival manor home built in 1936. Situated on over 191 acres. This lovely home boasts a Reception Hall and a white Carrara marble Flying Staircase accessing 3 levels. Over 1/2 mile of Rappahannock River frontage, spectacular views, springs, ponds and rolling pasture $9,750,000

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Extrordinary estate on over 180 acres sIdeal for horses s 7 Bedrooms sNew Gourmet State of the Art Kitchen & Baths s gorgeous full wall windows, overlooking 10 acre lake s10 stall stable sPaddocks with run-in sheds sPool and poolhouse with fireplace, spa and new tennis courts. $3,900,000

Circa 1878 sExquisite 6000 square ft. brick Victorian on 52 open acres near Middleburg sElegant Dining Room sFormal Living Room s12' Ceilings s4 Levels sGreat Mountain Views sBeautiful 6 stall Center-Aisle Brick Stable with 1 Bedroom Apartment and a must see Tack Room and Lounges Round Pen and riding arena with all weather footingsRun-In ShedssOut Buildings and more. $3,750,000

Handsome 5 bedroom Manor home with heated pool on 48 acres on Atoka Road. 1 bedroom Guest Cottage complete with kitchen, 2 Barns: Hunter barn with 4 stalls & tack room, Broodmare Barn with 5 stalls and tack room. 225’x137’ Show Ring with sand footing. Board fenced fields and paddocks, 3 ponds. In VOF easement. $3,200,000

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c.1845 listed on National Register of Historic Places. Surrounded by beautiful gardens on 98 acres sGrand entrance s Pool with 2 Bedroom Pool Houses 2 Bedroom Guest Cottage s 10 stall, 4 stall, and 3 stall barn with appropriate tack rooms, several run in sheds and a large machine shed. Attached to the10 stall barn are two separate living quarters for farm managers.Magnificent views $2,900,000

Overlooking a serene pond, this magnificent European style manor home is on 115 acres surrounded by thousands of protected acres and the Bull Run Mountains. Custom built in 2001 using Olde World craftsmanship and materials this stunning home offers five bedrooms, 6 baths, 10’ ceilings, wide plank flooring, pool and geothermal heating and cooling. $2,750,000

The 26 acre estate sits in magnificent horse country approx. one mile west of Middleburg just off the much desired Zulla Road, this estate includes the 1½ story white brick manor home w/2 car attached garage, 4 car detached garage, heated pool, 3 stall barn with run-in shed, 2 large paddocks and offers tremendous ride out potential. $2,450,000

90 acres w/approx. 45 fenced acres and 45 acres in woods with trails. 3 bedroom manor home, Indoor and Outdoor Arenas ,2 barns open into the indoor arena, Main barn has 20 stalls, Show Barn- 5 oversized stalls, 3 tack rooms, office, 2 wash stalls, 2 bathrooms, laundry room, 14 paddocks. Manager’s cottage. 2 add’l DUR’s and is in land use. $2,359,000

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POTTS MILL - on 137+ acres with frontage on Little River, Open Space Easement, rolling fields with mature hardwood forest, Orange County Hunt Territory, great ride out, very private, within 5 miles of the village of Middleburg, views in all directions. $2,800,000 Beautiful rolling farm land with pastoral and mountain views, stone walls. 54 acres includes 3 bedroom farm house, 1-bedroom tenant house, two barns, 8-stall barn and 6-stall barn, easy access to I-66. $950,000

PRIVACY & More 76+ acres on Sage Road in Markham. Fantastic Sunsets & Mountain views and Pond. 2 level Cape Cod home with 3 Bedrooms, 1 full bath, 1 half bath & fireplace. Could be used as a main house or Guest House. Fenced. Convenient to I-66 and Route 17. $895,000

SPRINGS ROAD - Sought after Springs Road location. Spectacular, verdant 182 acres with Rappahannock River frontage and pond. Beautifully protected views of the mountains, charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with living room, library/study, kitchen and breakfast room. Access road to be shared. $3,640,000

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SAGE ROAD - 76+Acres in Markham fenced and with Mountain Views. $895,000 MIDDLEBURG - 26.12 acres convenient to Middleburg, additional parcels available. $410,000

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From a quiet lane, just west of historic Middleburg, this lovely home with 4 bedrooms, 4 ½ baths was built in 2008, on 18 acres. The welcoming front porch overlooks the riding ring whereas, the wide covered deck, on the back of the home, offers a private retreat overlooking the heated pool and pond with its boat house.

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This fish and salad combination has it all—sweet, sour, savory and rich. Broiling the pineapple mellows it nicely. I have seen it used in a few Cuban-inspired salads and thought I might give it a try. Much of this recipe can be done ahead, just sauté the fish and dress the salad last minute. You also can wrap boneless chicken breasts or shrimp with prosciutto to mix it up as a variation. We have asked Marny Birkitt at The Wine Cellar to find the perfect Virginia wine pairing for this recipe; she found two excellent choices, as usual. (See sidebar below)

Broiled Pineapple,Avocado and Arugula Salad

Serves 8 Ingredients: ½ a pineapple cored,peeled and cut into bite size chunks 1 tablespoon of sugar 2 avocados 1 ½ -2 boxes of baby arugula Dressing: 2 tablespoons of lemon juice 6 tablespoons of canola oil 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon of salt Directions: • Line a rimmed cookie sheet with foil, toss the pineapple with the sugar and spread it out on the sheet • Heat the broiler to medium high and place the oven rack 4-5 inches from the heating element • Broil the pineapple for about four minutes then turn the pieces over and broil for an additional three minutes or until a few brown spots appear • Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature • Combine the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake • Dice the avocado and toss with the arugula to evenly distribute • Add the dressing and pineapple and toss again • Distribute the salad among eight plates

Mahi-Mahi wrapped with Prosciutto Ingredients:

8 6-ounce filet of Mahi-Mahi or any firm white fish 8 slices of prosciutto 2 tablespoons of minced rosemary Black pepper (hold the salt, the prosciutto might be salty enough) 3 shallots, peeled and finely minced 4 tablespoons of butter, divided 2 tablespoons of lemon juice Directions: • Sprinkle the filets with the minced rosemary and the black pepper • Wrap each filet with the prosciutto overlapping the ends • Heat a large skillet to medium high and add 2 tablespoons of butter (heating the pan, then adding the butter will help prevent sticking to the pan) • Place the filets seam side down in the pan for three minutes then flip for an additional three to four minutes or until just cooked through • Remove from the pan and keep warm • Add the last 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced shallots and sauté for about a minute • Add the lemon juice and deglaze the pan, scraping up any bits from the bottom and continue cooking for another minute or two or until the shallots have softened • Place the fish on top of the salad and spoon the shallots over the fish

Virginia Wine Selections By Marny Birkitt of The Wine Cellar

Delicious Mahi Mahi wrapped in prosciutto begs for the accompaniment of a local glass of wine. I have picked two styles that will complement the dish equally, but have very different taste profiles. My first pick is Boxwood Winery’s 2012 Rosé ($17). It is made from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec grown in Middleburg. With its amazingly fruity nose (raspberries and strawberries) your senses are transported to Provence. It provides a perfect complement to the slight sweetness of the fish and the saltiness of the prosciutto. The perfect balance of the dry finish cuts through the “fat” of the avocado and this combination will leave you wanting more. My second pick is the Pearmund Cellars 2010 Viognier ($23). I picked this wine because it has a little more weight to it, which will contrast with the arugula salad. It has a slight sweetness to complement the pineapple (there is no residual sugar) yet it still finishes dry so don’t worry if you are not a fan of sweet wines. This one has a great balance between its tropical fruit (pineapple and mango) and stone fruit (peach and apricot) with a nice long finish.

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450 acres in Piedmont Hunt • Improvements include 4 tenant houses plus many farm structures • VOF easements with 100 acre restrictions • Property is to be sold in its entirety Ann MacMahon (540) 687-5588

Classical Revival home, ca. 1834 • Perfectly proportioned • 12 1/2' ceilings • 25' front columns • 4 BR, 3 1/2 BA • Award winning historic renovation 1990 • Pool • 2 tenant houses • Spectacular views of the Blue Ridge • 411 acres Tom Cammack (540) 247-5408

Stone manor house in spectacular setting • 86.81 acres • Highly protected area in prime Piedmont Hunt • Gourmet kitchen • Wonderful detail throughout • 5 BR • 5 BA • 3 half BA • 3 fireplaces, classic pine paneled library • Tenant house • Stable • Riding ring • Heated saltwater pool • Pergola • Full house generator Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905

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Understated elegance • Finely appointed 5600+ sq. ft. home built in 1997 on 75 acres in a private and secluded setting • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half baths • 10 stall barn • 224 ft. x 128 ft. blue stone ring • Excellent horse facility and ride-out Tom Cammack (540) 247-5408

Excellent opportunity to purchase this bank owned office building in historic Middleburg • Lovely architecture of 2006 buildings compliment the original 1930 stone cottage • 3 separate buildings • Total 12,000 sf of office space • 19 parking spaces in garage • Beautiful courtyard • Great location Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

54 ac. on Rokeby Road • Bright open floor plan, 1st floor BR, open kitchen, FP • Fully fenced, beautiful views, open rolling pastures • Small barn is easily expanded • Additional outbuildings for equipment and livestock • 2 car garage, pond, nice plantings • Very quiet, very private Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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160 acres terracing the Bull Run Mtns. • Stone walls through entire property • Views across the entire region • Stone & cedar carriage house with 3 bay garage and top of the line finishes • 1/2 acre pond • Gated entrance • Complete privacy • Rare find - great escape Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

Historic property on 32 acres in Orange County Hunt • 1st floor master, den, grand salon, English kitchen with large DR & billiard room • 2nd kitchen/ bar leads to patio, pool & guest cottage • 7 stall barn adjoins 3 BR, 2 BA farm manager's house Ann MacMahon (540) 687-5588 Walter Woodson (703) 499-4961

Protected location in Orange County Hunt • 5 BR with master suite on first floor • 3 1/2 BA • 2 fireplaces • Mountain views • Pool • 10 useable acres • 150 x 220 riding arena • 3 barns totaling 8-9 stalls • Run-in shed • Stone walls Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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Marshall, Virginia • $990,000

Upperville, Virginia • $795,000

Middleburg, Virginia • $495,000

Own your own valley between Marshall and Delaplane • 100 private and secluded acres • Views • Fenced • Barn • Restorable frame house circa 1800 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905

Prime Upperville location • Piedmont Hunt Country • Surrounded by properties in easement • Contemporary home • Stucco exterior • 3 BR • 2 full & 2 1/2 BA, 2 fireplaces • Spiral staircase leads to 8 stall barn • Tack room & office • Property fenced & cross fenced Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905

Commercial or retail opportunity one-half a block off the main street • Turn-key space with parking available in the adjacent town parking lot • 4 separate rooms and a full bath allow for multiple uses • Would make a fine office or boutique Helen MacMahon (540) 454-1930

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By Leonard Shapiro For Middleburg Life When George Thompson, a lifelong farmer, businessman and former president of the old Marshall Bank, contemplated life in retirement, he said, “I was looking for interesting things to do.” Becoming what he described as a “tree-hugger” was not among his initial priorities, “but I guess you could call me that now.” The tree that is the object of his current embrace is the American Chestnut, often called the “Redwood of the East.” It is a remarkably fast-growing tree, and in maturity often reaches more than 100 feet in height and 5 feet in diameter. The mighty chestnut once also was a vital source of nourishment for a wide variety of wildlife, and because its timber was light and rot-resistant, it also was an often-used building material. And then came the blight. In 1904, in Brooklyn, NY, of all places, an Asian variety of chestnut that was accidentally imported into the U.S. also carried a fungus that quickly spread throughout the range of the American tree. By the mid-1950s, the American Chestnut was essentially wiped out, with as many as four billion trees, by some estimates, lost forever. Some have described the scourge as one of the worst ecological disasters in the nation’s history. In the early 1980s, a small group of scientists began exploring ways to produce a blight-resistant chestnut using what is known as a backcross breeding process. They founded The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) and established a research farm near Abington in southwest Virginia. By 2005, the research led to the first version of potentially blight resistant seeds known as Restoration Chestnuts 1.0. At about the same time, Thompson became involved with the foundation, and donated a small building on East Main Street in Marshall to house the local chapter, complete with a recently planted 6-foot American Chestnut specimen on the front lawn. He is now on the national board of TACF, with Catherine Mayes of Hume, a retired attorney, the chairman of the Virginia chapter, and architect John LaMonica of Ada, president of the Virginia chapter. “The ultimate goal is the restoration of the forest,” LaMonica said. “Not to produce a nursery tree that everyone can go out and buy, but to get these trees back where they belong…Unfortunately, the blight is everywhere, and it puts out airborne spores. It’s a difficult task, but we think we’re really starting to make some progress.” Mayes spends a day or two a week working in TACF’s Marshall office and spends many more hours in advancing the cause by getting out the foundation’s message. “We now have to raise these trees for five or six years before we can tell if they’re blight-resistant,” she said. “The full test will be when we put them in the forest…The testing

Catherine Mayes, George Thompson and John LaMonica. Photo by Leonard Shapiro

to replant trees will probably take another 20 to 30 years. We’re just starting to put them out there. Once they are blight resistant, will their progeny also be blight resist ant and of course, how will they do in the woods?” Mayes said the Virginia Department of Forestry estimates there are now 11 million chestnut trees growing in eastern forests, “but most of them are little and die before they flower. They’re not reproducing. We can treat individual cankers, but we haven’t figured out how to save the whole tree.” Part of the foundation’s mission also involves an educational component. Another volunteer, Kathy Mermet of Marshall, has created learning boxes for schools to provide hands-on tools to illustrate the importance of saving the American ‘Chestnut. The local chapter recently did a planting in The Plains involving 26 youngsters from the Highland School in Warrenton and similar programs are ongoing in the area. “Right now, we’ve got 13 active breeding orchards around the state, from Blacksburg to Winchester,” Mayes said. “We’re now focusing on the Fairfax County area in terms of our educational effort. The real need is to get these trees planted in the Alleghany corridor.” Nationwide, TACF has about 6,000 members, with 16 state chapters that maintain more than 450 breeding and test orchards. In Virginia, there are 650 members, with funding coming primarily from a $40 per year membership fee and volunteer donations. “We’ve all found it to be very rewarding work,” Thompson said. “I really think it’s the most worthwhile cause in the area of conservation. We’re constantly seeing the results of our efforts in Abington, and we all look forward to the challenge of restoring these magnificent trees in the forest. We do use the term treehugging. It’s corny, but it’s part of it. And the more people hear about us, hopefully they’ll come and join us.” For more information, call 540-364-1922 or go to www.vatacf.org.

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Pre- game activities include a game for polo students

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at 7:00 PM with a round robin battled out amongst three teams: Four Oaks Farm, Army, and Beverly Polo. After the halftime Hot to Trot Fashion show, young Charlie Alman wowed the crowd with her rendition of the National Anthem, and was followed by the feature match: KIG vs. Great Meadow. The evening’s sponsors for Twilight Polo included: Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn, Airlie

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Wakefield School’s Girl and Boy Scouts have worked together to create a vegetable garden on campus that will both supply an area food bank and also support the lower school science curriculum. Fifth graders Annalise Gellene and Skylar Ondrejko, fourth grader Madeleine Nordahl, eighth grader Shyan Zdenahlik and sophomore Matt Steensma all contributed to the project. The fourth and fifth grade girls began the project as part of their Girl Scout Junior Bronze project and Zdenahlik is working toward her Girl Scout Cadette Silver Award, all in conjunction with Steensma’s Eagle Scout project. The Bronze award is the highest award a Girl Scout Junior (grades 4-5) can receive. Gellene, Ondrejko and Nordahl are all Girl Scout Juniors. “You get to choose something you want to do, something that will help change the world, even if it’s small,” Ondrejko said. The troop chose to make a vegetable garden that would contribute to the food bank in Fauquier County and help support the lower school science curriculum. Through cookie sales and donations, the Girl Scout Juniors raised $1,500 toward the project. In true Scout cooperation, Steensma volunteered to build the vegetable garden’s raised beds, so part of the money went to his project

for supplies. Steensma built the tables as part of his own Eagle Scout project over his spring break. The rest of the money went to seeds, soil and tools to start the beds. At an all-school assembly, the Scouts asked for help and 14 lower school students stepped up to help dig and plant all the different vegetables currently growing in the garden: lettuce, mustard greens, spinach, baby carrots, broccolini, radishes, beets, arugula and Swiss chard. The group has been harvesting every week. They’ve easily filled multiple bags of produce. Earlier in May, Fauquier Food Bank Director Roland Serrano came by Wakefield to pick up some produce and to meet the girls. Other times, troop leader Jane Nordahl has driven the produce to the food bank. “I learned how to pull up radishes and harvest vegetables,” Madeleine Nordahl said. “My favorite thing was growing all the vegetables,” Gellene said. “They taste better than what you get from the store.” Jane Nordahl said the garden was a great legacy to leave for upcoming Brownies, and the troop was very excited to lay that foundation that teaches, “all you need is your hands and good volunteers.”

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Randolph Embrey has lived in the Marshall area for most of his life. So when he heard that two old buildings in nearby Rectortown were going to be sold at auction, he decided to attend just to see who among his friends and neighbors might show up. Little did he know that a few hours later, he’d own a little piece of the tiny town’s history. That day 15 years ago, Embrey didn’t even bother to put up $6,000 that would have allowed him to bid on the two pieces of property. Yet, unbeknownst to him, his son Randy had already registered and made out the check. When the

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bidding seemed to bottom out at what Embrey considered to be a bargain basement number, his son told him to raise his hand. When the gavel went down, at a final price of $25,000, Embrey was the slightly surprised new owner of the old Northern Virginia Farm Center and the somewhat crumbling building across the street. It had been a farm center warehouse in recent years, but also had a colorful past that included use as both a longtime general store and a Confederate jail during the Civil War. “It was an old building,” said Embrey, now 82, of his purchase. “But it was well worth saving.” How old? “It was first built in 1835 by Alfred Rector,”

said Embrey, who clearly knows his local history. “It was a wheat warehouse in the beginning, and Alfred got the train to come by here to get his wheat to market. It was the old Manassas Gap Railroad and Alfred owned a lot of land and he had a lot of wheat.” Rector had bought stock in the railroad years earlier and offered its owners all the land they wanted if they would run tracks by his warehouse. The only string attached was his insistence that at least one passenger train had to come through every day. The three-mile spur cost $10,000 per mile, according to a pamphlet Embrey hands out to visitors. “The first passenger train came through in

meet the miller at Aldie Mill; Union infantry at Berkeley House; Union hospital at the Presbyterian Church. 1 p.m.—Battle of Aldie re-enactment at Furr Farm on Snickersville Turnpike. 3:30 p.m.—Wreath-laying at 1st Massachusetts Monument at Furr Farm. 7:30 p.m.—At Caleb Rector House, 14601 Atoka Road, a “Cavaliers, Courage & Coffee” program featuring stories of life during the Civil War in the Mosby Heritage area.

Burden on “Horses of the Civil War.” 10 a.m.—At Mount Defiance Historic Park in Middleburg, an infantry demonstration and first person account of the fight at Mount Defiance with a talk by Childs Burden. 11 a.m.—At Goose Creek Bridge off Lemmons Bottom Road west of Middleburg, fife and drum, cannon, infantry and artillery demonstrations by Company C, 20th Maine. Eric Buckland will speak on the action on the bridge. Noon—At Buchanan Hall in Upperville, a concert by the Tuscarora Brass Band playing Civil War tunes on Civil War instruments. 2 p.m.—On Trappe Road in Upperville, a reenactment of the Battle of Upperville.

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7 p.m.—At Mt. Zion Church in Aldie for overview of the five-day battles. Dedication of plaque to Lynde Walker, the Northern correspondent buried there in 1863. Overview of the Battles of Aldie, Middleburg, and Upperville by Robert O’Neill.

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Edmonds nervously keeping searching federals at bay at “Belle Grove” while boarding Rangers desperately tried to escape. And the story of Mosby’s last headquarters after his favorite place at “Chief” Joseph Blackwell’s was burned-a textile mill owner’s house called “Brookside” . . .Or the inevitable story of the hidden hideyhole that every Mosby safe house had, such as the one at Middleburg’s “Seven Springs.” Of course it would be nice to actually get to visit such places, but you have to wait through years of garden tours or very special tour opportunities for that to happen. We all look with envy on the few who have actually gotten in to such houses. All five of these houses will be open during one afternoon on June 9 from 1-5 p.m. The Mosby Heritage Area Association and The Gray Ghost Interpretive Group will offer this tour for $30 for Mosby members and $40 for non-members. To book online using PayPal--go to www. mosbyheritagearea.org/events and scroll down through events to June 9th, or call 540-687-6681.

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In addition to his knowledge of local history, Embrey also is a serious collector of antique farm equipment, with a vast collection that is mostly housed in the old farm center. He has turned it into what his business card describes as “Embrey’s Museum.” The collection includes a wide variety of tools, some dating back to the 18th century, as well as larger machinery—an apple grader, a horse-drawn riding cultivator, a wheat thrasher—among many treasures of a bygone era. An affable man who loves to tell stories about his buildings and his prized collection, Embrey also would like to see more visitors come around and go through his museum. “More people should see these things and learn about the history,” he said. “The place shouldn’t be closed up. You could spend all day here and not see everything.” For more information, call 540-454-7708.

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On SUNDAY JUNE 9TH IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CREATION OF THE 43RD BATTALION OF VIRGINIA CAVALRY— ”MOSBY’S RANGERS” a very special tour will be offered. There are many stories about The Gray Ghost, John Singleton Mosby, some stories are basic to this region, told and retold. Sometimes we see pictures of the places where these stories occurred; sometimes we actually drive by them. For example—the story of Mosby “climbing out on a limb” of a black walnut tree for eight hours as the 1st New York Lincoln Cavalry searched for him in the Hathaway House (“Western View”) while his wife Pauline waited to hear the result of their search. Or the scout John Mosby asking his commander cavalry General J.E.B. Stuart for his own “special operations” unit to operate behind Union lines in the Washington area our of the Loudoun Valley--after a night of dancing and merriment at a place called “Oakham” . . . [Stuart, of course, said yes—] Then, there’s the tale of Amanda Virginia

town by General Ambrose Burnside. At one point, the warehouse also became a gathering place for Confederate Col. John Mosby, who was conducting a guerilla campaign against Union forces all over Northern Virginia. When Mosby learned that Union General George Custer had captured and executed seven of his men in Front Royal, the socalled “Gray Ghost” plucked 27 prisoners out of the warehouse jail and held a macabre lottery to select seven prisoners he would execute in retaliation. Those hangings took place nearby. During the war, the building also housed a general store, and years afterward, it was purchased by one of Mosby’s men, Charles Henry Walker. “He re-opened the store and made a fortune here,” Embrey said. “Then he moved on to Charlottesville and opened up several more stores there.” Embrey also has some personal history with the building. When he was 19, it had become a warehouse again, and he worked there for several years before joining the Marines in 1952 and fighting in the Korean War. He was badly wounded in action, spent six months recovering at the Bethesda Naval Hospital, then started his own drywall and construction business around Northern Virginia when he finally got healthy. “I had always loved this place,” he said of the old warehouse in a recent interview, sitting next to a wood-burning stove in the building. “I just wanted to preserve it as best as I could.” He put a new roof and shored up the structure with beams in all the critical places. The floorboards still creak ever so slightly but seem sturdy enough, and the general store counters are still in place. On the walls all around are various signatures, many from former Civil War prisoners like William Chambers, who added that he was from “Company B, 12th Regiment of General Shields Division.” On one wall, you can still see a faded drawing of General Burnside, and Charles Henry Walker’s signature and initials also are visible in several places around the building.

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1852,” it reads, “and all of the important farmers had tickets. Those that didn’t hung onto the sides. All the added weight caused the train to stall going from Markham to Linden. When the first train came through, half the population took to the woods; they had never seen such a thing.”

These days, there is an informational marker in front of the old warehouse detailing its role during the Civil War. In 1862, Union Army of the Potomac General George McLellan had established his temporary headquarters in Rectortown. And on Nov. 7 that year, on orders from President Abraham Lincoln, more than a little peeved with his performance in the field, McLellan was relieved of his command in the

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The Middleburg Elementary School held a tree planting in honor of Principal Shawn Lyons. The Cornus x Rutban Aurora, also known as a white dogwood tree, will now be a proud part of the school’s landscape. Joshua D. Rosenberg, USN Ret., and the son of Middleburg residents Jeremy

said. “We’re working very hard to bring a new level of hospitality to Leesburg through the gateway of this airport,” Julie O’Brien, director of FBO operations, said. Good news for those dining out this summer…Foster’s Grille, known for fast, casual, family-friendly dining, will partner with local Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery to offer wine on tap at seven Virginia locations. Campbell Hartley and Emily Longley, both juniors from The Plains, received the Community Service Award at Foxcroft. They recently reached their ambitious goal of raising an astonishing $10,000 for Foxcroft’s financial aid budget by making and marketing their “Hopelet” bracelets. The Cherry Blossom Breast Cancer Foundation hosted its second annual Champion Award Dinner recently at the Middleburg Tennis Club. Founded six years ago in memory of Nanette White and Cheryl Atkins, their mission is to “detect, treat, educate, and eliminate” breast

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For 30 years, Bryan Wright brought her love of children and her passion for teaching, not to mention her boundless energy and unbridled enthusiasm, to the Middleburg Christian School. Her last nursery school class “graduated” May 24 and a week earlier, she was honored at a rousing retirement celebration at the Middleburg Community Center. Surrounded by family, friends and many past and present students, Wright, as always, led the audience in singing some of her favorite songs and also offered some brief remarks. “We had wonderful people who were kind and compassionate,” she said. “You all are family and beautiful, beautiful children. We came together because I think it’s what God wanted to happen. It was just a joy.”

At the Middleburg Elementary School tree ceremony, school administrator Tracie Dillon, Mayor Betsy Davis, Michael Martin, director of elementary education for Loudoun County and Shawn Lyons, principal.

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and Charlotte Rosenberg, had an exciting moment when he shook hands with Prince Harry at the 2013 Warrior Games opening ceremonies in Colorado Springs recently. Rosenberg presented the prince with a unit coin, a military tradition among warriors. Several big news items have come into Middleburg Life from ProJet Aviation over at the Leesburg Executive Airport. ProJet scored high marks in the FltPlan.com annual Pilots’ Choice Awards, which recognizes Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) that provide outstanding arrival and departure services for private and business aircraft at more than 5,000 U.S. airports. ProJet Aviation was also recently awarded the Small Business “Ambassador” Award at the Annual Leesburg Business Awards Ceremony. The Ambassador Award celebrates a business or organization that promotes a positive image of Leesburg as a business location and tourist destination. “The nominees and winners represent the best of Leesburg,” Marantha Edwards, the town’s economic development manager,

cancer. The foundation assists the women of Fauquier, Loudoun and Prince William counties—particularly those who might otherwise be under-served—in obtaining diagnostic screening and treatment of breast cancer. The 2013 awards went to: Middleburg

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Bank, for its consistent year-on-year support; Renelda Peldunas-Harter, president of the Loudoun Breast Health Network of Leesburg; and Jackie A. Glenn, Patient Navigator, Lake Manassas Cancer Center, Gainesville. The annual “Nanette’s Walk” will take place at the Foxcroft campus Sept. 29.

Middleburg Academy students attended the “Spring Fling!”, a very special kind of prom, at NW Works in Winchester. Freshman Cana Curtis with a friend was one of 14 students who attended.

“Spring Fling!” was a very special kind of prom, held May 10, at NW Works in Winchester. The facility, which provides training and employment for adults with disabilities, was festooned in purple and white to welcome members of the Middleburg Academy family for dancing, snacks and socializing. In addition to the 14 Middleburg Academy juniors and seniors who have spent time each week throughout the school year

National Sporting Library and Museum hosted a book signing and reception for Jim’s latest book, “Modern Gymnastics: Systematic Training for Jumping Horses. “

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elda’s Tea Party, presented by The Mosby Heritage Area Association, took place at Welbourne on a stunning May Sunday afternoon. Market Salamander catered a menu of tea sandwiches and pastries and business sponsors were Diamonds and Rust, McCandlish & Lillard and Middleburg Life. Portrayed as a lovely day in 1934, the story of the legendary editor Max Perkins and Elizabeth Lemmon of Welbourne was told by owner Sherry Morison and supplemented with excerpts of their letters from “As Ever Yours” edited by Rodger L. Tarr and published by The Pennsylvania State University Press in 2003. Not only did Perkins visit the grand home, but he also urged F. Scott Fitzgerald to spend time there, which he did. The extremely close relationship between Perkins and Lemmon dominated the discussions… such as this letter in October 1933: Dear Elizabeth…So many things to think of that, if I wake up I can’t go to sleep again. That’s why I haven’t written. If I wrote to you as often as I think about you, the RFD would have to lend Middleburg a million or two to build a post office. Always always yours, Max

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Rebecca Poston (540) 771-7520

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www.middleburglife.net

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June 2013

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Beautiful all brick custom built home just North of Middleburg on 12 private acres in unparalleled tranquil setting . Main level Master with fireplace, Luxury Bath, Formal Living Room & Dining Room, 2 story Great Room, Library, 2nd Master Suite & 2 Guest Bedrooms, full basement with room for In-Law Suite, Game Room & Workout Room. Rear 1200 sq ft brick terrace overlooks stunning pool. Mature landscaping, gardens & attached 3 car garage. $1,099,999

Cricket Bedford (540) 229-3201 WOOdHAVEN

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Rare opportunity to own 7.0455 acres, recorded in 2 parcels, on Western edge of historic village of Middleburg. Partially within Middleburg Town Limits & partially within Loudoun County affording flexibility of zoning & uses. The Western most parcel has approved 4-bedroom drainfield. Must walk with Agent to truly appreciate value and beauty of this land. $795,000

Cricket Bedford (540) 229-3201 LANd

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OLd MOuNTAIN ROAd- PARIS, VA - 45 acres of mature trees with a refreshing natural spring create a serene setting. Old Mountain Road, no longer in use, provides one boundary offering a wonderful hiking trail and potential drive for a homesite. This is raw land, currently in “Managed Forestry Land Use”, seller is not responsible for roll back taxes should purchaser choose not to continue with Land Use. $350,000

Custom built 4,000+ sq ft Cape Cod with 4 Bedroom, 4 Baths features easy one level living, hardwood floors throughout main floor gourmet kitchen,woodburning fireplace & French doors from every room provide easy access to the country front porch & screened porch for entertaining family & friends.Huge upstairs recreation area and full unfinished basement for expansion. 5.75 acres in a private woodland setting! $649,000

Cathy Bernache (540) 424-7066

ZuLLA ROAd - Build a dream home on a rare 3 Acre Parcel on prestigious Zulla Road located just minutes to Middleburg. Board fencing installed. County approved 4-Bedroom Septic Field. $299,000 COON TREE ROAd - Located in Halfway, just minutes to Middleburg or The Plains. Almost 3 mostly cleared acres dotted with mature trees. Elevated building site with views. Ideal for hunt box or main house. Approved 4 bedroom perc. Orange County Hunt. $250,000

Cricket Bedford (540) 229-3201

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Sophisticated country cottage on quiet, dead-end street. This 3 BR, 2.5 BA home was renovated by DC owner/interior designer. Dining Rm, Family Rm & Living Rm w/fplce. 2 BRs on 2nd flr. Main level Mstr BR w/huge closet & lux bath. Private setting on 1.32 acs. Sweeping lawns, mature plantings & small stream. Open patio & 1-car garage complete the property. Walking distance to churches, food & P.O. $685,000

Cricket Bedford (540) 229-3201

100 W MARSHALL STREET AL I C ER M M O C

Middleburg Commercial Property sIdeally located at the guest entrance of Salamander Resort and Spa opening in 2013 s2 parcels, totaling 12,800 square feet with town approval for C-1 zoning (Offices or Retail) sAmple space for expansion of exisiting dwelling or build new with room for onsite parking sPerfectly situated in the center of town for high visability sExcellent investment opportunity! $649,000

Cathy Bernache (540) 424-7066

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