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What wonderful communities we have in the Piedmont! We have received so many beautiful photos for our cover photo contest, and by seeing what types of photos people send in, we can see what is important to them. Almost all the photos we received showed people’s love of our region through landscapes, plants, flowers, animals (pets, livestock, and wildlife), and, of course, the people.

It is nice to know we share our communities with people for whom these things are so important.

The Piedmont, in no small part because of its natural beauty, is a wonderful place for new beginnings, such as weddings. Our bridal section in this issue gives many tips on wedding planning to make your day in the Piedmont extra-special. And clearly the people who love our area find it a wonderful place to make their homes also, and our regular home section of the magazine brings more attention to things of interest to homeowners in this area. Andreas Keller’s article about

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2017 CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Esther Boykin Christine Craddock Debbie Eisele Lynne Galluzzo Andreas Keller Steve Oviatt Colby Schreckengost Charlotte Wagner

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Looking forward to the arrival of spring and further enjoyment of our communities as we venture outside after the cold weather!

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Every Penny Counts Barbara Diebus creates ‘round-up’ initiative

BY CHRISTINE CRADDOCK

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The “Crying Indian” Smiles Again Hiking club cleans up trails in Shenandoah

BY ANDREAS KELLER

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BadWolf Brewing Company The oldest local brewery offers multiple options

BY STEVE OVIATT

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Where Heritage Meets Progress

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Wedding Photography

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Aging in Place Helping seniors live at home as long as possible

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Your Water The process from start to faucet

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Selling Your Home Local experts guide you through the daunting process

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The In-Law Games A new approach to prewedding family bonding

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The many lives of Haymarket’s historical buildings

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Diebus is the owner of Details: A Unique Gift Boutique located in Haymarket.

Every Penny Counts Barbara Diebus creates ‘round up’ initiative to donate to local charities STORY AND PHOTOS

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his past fall, Barbara Diebus, owner of Details: A Unique Gift Boutique, began an initiative to give back to the community through her specialty store. During the months of November and December, customers could choose to round up the total of their purchases, with the extra money to be donated to a local charity. During the month of November, proceeds went to the Haymarket Regional Food Pantry, which provides meals to over 600 families each month. December’s charity was the Sweet Julia Grace Foundation, an organization that fulfills wishes for medically fragile children in honor of founder Sara Knight’s daughter Julia Grace. (Read about the Sweet Julia Grace Foundation in the December issue of Haymarket Lifestyle, available in digital

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Diebus says the initiative was a huge success because her customers were very receptive and willing to help. While some chose to round up to the next dollar, which was the goal, others agreed to the nearest $5 or $10, with one particularly big-hearted customer rounding to the next $100.

The donations to the Haymarket Food Pantry were almost enough to provide meals to those in need for an entire week. “It was really a huge help for the nonprofit,” says board member Eileen Smith. When presented with the check from Diebus for the Sweet Julia Grace Foundation, Knight recognized what a blessing it was for the nonprofit and the families it helps, and what it means for our community. “What we do takes a

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Healing Hearts Kim Sproles founded the Healing Hearts Respite Foundation in 2015 as a way for her to help those needing a way to find peace while dealing with the unimaginable circumstances of a life-threatening illness. Inspired by those around her who had experience with these situations, she realized one way to encourage them and help them heal their hearts was to offer them time at her favorite place, the beach. The foundation maintains a beach house in the Outer Banks of North Carolina where these families, couples, or individuals can come together for “rest for weary, encouragement for the heavy-hearted, and hope for the discouraged.” This time for the families is intended to enable them to regroup and gain strength in the midst of treatment, or, for some, to spend the most precious moments before time runs out. The foundation accepts family nominations but gives priority to those with the greatest need. Community members can share in this important cause by making a donation, becoming a corporate sponsor, participating in fundraising opportunities, or even hosting an event. Volunteers are also needed and the organization encourages those looking to help to reach out to them with information about any unique talents or qualifications that could assist the cause.

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village, and we are so grateful for ours,” she said.

Diebus does not offer this initiative year-round. She values her customer relationships, and doesn’t want to overwhelm them by asking them to donate every time they visit her store. She specifically chooses months that bring the most revenue for her, maximizing the donation opportunities for her customers; thus the November and December success from holiday shopping. Deibus will offer this opportunity again in

May, since the shop will be busy due to Mother’s Day purchases. The recipient of May’s round ups will be the Healing Hearts Respite Foundation.

Diebus has a heart for the community of Haymarket and a desire to give back to local children and families.

Providing this opportunity for donations was easy, she says. It was her customers, the people who live and work in our community, who are responsible for its success. ❖

Details: A Unique Gift Boutique The store, originally named Details for the Home, opened in 2002 with an array of unique products, mostly home decor items. A few years later, Diebus changed the focus to speciality and gift items when she realized there was a need in the local area. The store carries brands such as Pandora, Brighton, Vera Bradley, and many other sometimes hard-to-find brands. The store is an eclectic mix of home decor, jewelry, glassware, clothing, purses, and other items that make perfect gifts. To shop or see what Details has to offer, go to shopatdetails.com, call 703-754-0000 or stop by 6590 Jefferson Street in Haymarket.

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The “Crying Indian” Smiles Again Hiking club cleans up trails in Shenandoah National Park for the enjoyment of current visitors and future generations.

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Boots ’n Beer Initiatives The Boots ’n Beer group practices the principles of Leave No Trace. New members to our hiking club will notice our hike leaders and old timers quietly picking up trash on every trail, sticking it into a plastic bag and carrying it out after the hiking is done for the day. We regard this work ethic as everyone’s responsibility.

Recently, as part of our charity work, we added a new effort to remove trash on a large outreach initiative. Our first major cleanup occurred in February. A group of Boots ’n Beer hikers discovered a trash dump in the Shenandoah National Park at the Pass Mountain Trailhead. Every hiker felt this eyesore needed to be addressed.

One of our members, Doug Stiles, contacted the Park Service Rangers and Garrick

Giebel, another club participant, contacted Rappahannock News, which had published photographs of this unsightly dump next to the headwaters of the Thornton River, approximately two miles within the park’s boundary.

On President’s Day, nine members of Boots ’n Beer descended on this area. National Park Service Ranger Margaret Speicher supplied trash bags, safety vests, and gloves, and arranged for pickup and delivery of the trash to the dump.

After seeing the dramatic improvement from this effort, everyone was inspired to continue trash collection along the highway, beyond the initial work area. It was both heartwarming and encouraging to see the many drivers on Rt. 211 who slowed down to give us an appreciative thumbs up.

As Boots ‘n Beer wrapped up the event, it was great to hear everyone talking about bringing more trash bags and supplies for our next cleanup. Yes, there will be a next cleanup, because we could see the “Crying Indian” smile again … and it felt good.

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“We could see the “Crying Indian” smile again… and it felt good. Really good.”

From L to R: Bob Longtain, NPS Intern from Massachusetts, NPS Ranger Margaret Speicher, Garrick Giebel, Charles Kackley, Andreas Keller, Richard Zimmerman.

Ranger Margaret is certainly willing and ready to be a resource to assist other like minded civic groups (schools, churches, outdoor clubs, etc.) that are interested in trailhead or roadside cleanups within the park. Park's Volunteer & Youth Programs Coordinator can be reached via the park phone at 540-999-3500.

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It began, much like other local breweries do, as a home project. Jeremy Meyers, owner of BadWolf Brewing Company, initially brewed beer as a hobby while still a student, and then decided to take the plunge and start his own brewery.

Using their savings and a business plan developed as a class project by his wife, Sarah, at George Mason University, the Meyers opened BadWolf Brewing Company in June of 2013 in a small storefront across from Southern States in Manassas. Explosive growth from high demand allowed the Meyers to expand into a larger location near Osborne Park High School two years later.

To keep up with demand, BadWolf brews different beers at each of their locations. The original site, Little BadWolf, concentrates on sours, the first of which is their raspberry-loaded Mother Pucker, available in six packs and by the case. More sours are planned for later this year.

The new site, Big BadWolf, is the heart of the Meyer’s brewing business. Meyers says old favorites like Jesse’s Girl and Aces High will stay in production here, as will IPA’s Kaiju and Virginia Hooligan (which is aged in gin and bourbon barrels). New beers will also be brewed here too.

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Where Heritage Meets Progress The many lives of Haymarket’s historical buildings through the eyes of Brownie Bass and sweet potatoes.” (Excerpt from Forty Years in Haymarket, the unpublished memoir of Brownie Bass Tulloss Smith) Brownie Bass came to Haymarket as a young woman of 22, in the company of her parents and unaware of the way she would shape her adopted community over the course of her life. She served as clerk of the town, wrote about Haymarket as a correspondent for The Manassas Journal, and even served as its acting mayor in the 1920s. Her most valuable contribution, however, may be her recollections of life in Haymarket over the years. Both personal and entertaining, these stories allow today’s readers and residents an opportunity to see Haymarket as it grew, like picture postcards of the town through the years as it developed and yet maintained its character. Haymarket’s historic buildings, coupled with Brownie’s memoirs, provide us with another opportunity to see into its past.

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...The Fire Department There was no Fire Department at that time. Whenever there was a fire in the village everybody grabbed a bucket and ran to the nearest well. Needless to say a building seldom survived a fire.

Haymarket and Gainesville District are indeed fortunate to have such a splendid volunteer fire department, established in 1947. The Fire Department now owns a splendid two-story building, is equipped with the latest in fire-fighting equipment and owns 2 ambulances with twenty-four hour service.

The Haymarket-Gainesville Firehouse (above): When the fire department moved out, there was talk of the First Virginia Bank taking over the space, but this never came to pass. The property has since lain vacant except for some occasional special events and outdoor markets, though the town hopes to see it put to good use in the future.

Haymarket Fire Department Facts The establishment of the volunteer fire department in 1947 was a great gift for the town, which had depended, until that point, upon enthusiastic residents equipped with well buckets to keep the largely wooden houses out of danger. The arrival of electric appliances made house fires a common and dangerous occurrence for Haymarket’s townspeople, and a house rarely survived a fire. (There is only so much that one can do with a well and a bucket!) Though the fire department was staffed by volunteers, it was supported by a thriving women’s auxiliary chapter that provided a seemingly endless supply of clean linens, and an annual carnival that raised necessary maintenance funds.

The building (right) dates to 1883, when it was built as the town’s combined school house and town hall. It now houses the Haymarket Museum.

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The Post Office has been moved to the building once used for a drug store. The building is owned by Robert Cary Smith. It is a very attractive building housing much more room for loafers than the old one!

After longtime resident Doctor Beverly retired from the Haymarket Drug Store, the building itself (above) was purchased by Mr. Cary Smith, who eventually married our narrator and served Haymarket as the town postmaster, and housed the post office. When the post office relocated to Jefferson Street, the Red Rooster Antique Store moved in. The building was restored in 2012, and its original doors now hang in the town museum.

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...Shopping The real emporium of the village was Jordan’s Store in the building now owned by M.S. Melton & Co. and operated by Fewell Melton, Mayor of Haymarket. People came from far and near to “deal” at Jordan’s Store, where one could purchase just about everything from fishhooks to ladies’ whale-boned corsets.

There are two general merchandise stores in the village. Melton’s Store is operated by Fewell Melton in the old Jordan Store building and Gossom Bros. operated by James Gossom in the old Enoch Rector meat market, much enlarged and much improved. These stores are a credit to any community.

Above: Washington Street in the early 20th century, looking west toward what is now the intersection with Route 15. The museum is visible down the left side of the road, with the Madison Street Shoppe set back from the utility pole. The Red House Ordinary is also visible on the opposite side.

Though much has changed since Brownie sat down to record her experiences, she would still recognize the town she grew to love; though much is taken, much abides, and will remain and grow for years to come.

And so this brief history of Haymarket […] comes to an end. I can truthfully say that I think it is one of the nicest little towns in Virginia, and having taken root here I have never wanted to leave. I might add that I never learned to raise black-eyed peas or sweet potatoes.

This article borrowed extensively from Forty Years in Haymarket, the unpublished memoir of Brownie Bass Tulloss Smith – sometime clerk, reporter, and acting mayor, and perennial servant of the town. ❖

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Above, Left: Jordan and Jordan General Merchandise. The business lasted into the first few decades of the 20th century before it turned over to the Meltons. Above, Right: The interior of the Melton Store in the 1940s or 1950s. Some members of the Town staff are very jealous of the Coca-Cola coolers!

There were only three bathrooms in the village and not one of them “worked” – I know, because I lived in those three houses.

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Assessing Current Living Environment According to Julie Grigsby Ross, occupational therapist at Fauquier Health, the risk of falling is only one factor that should be considered.

Staying at home offers many opportunities for senior citizens: maintaining quality of life, sleeping better, participating in usual activities, continuing relationships with neighbors and pets, and utilizing nearby resources. But these plusses need to be weighed alongside the possible negatives.

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BY AIMÉE O’GRADY the county and the town are required to n February 25, 2016 in Bealeton, the water storage tank meet regulations set forth by the Virginia level began to suddenly drop, indicating a water main break. Department of Health, the Virginia Operators found the water from the leak on the northwest Department of Environmental Quality, corner of Routes 28 and 17 running through ditches intended for and the Environmental Protection Agency. storm water. In the dark, the operators set out to locate the valves WSA and the Town of Warrenton ensure that would turn off the water and isolate the leaking pipe, giving that no public water or well in the county the mechanics the opportunity to repair the damage. The operators has dangerous levels of arsenic, or other traipsed through a field in freezing temperatures, with old paper contaminants. It is through the daily maps, literally searching for buried valves by sight. servicing of water and routine testing that Back at the office, employees looked through the original plans the WSA and the town public utilities for the line to help locate the valves. Meanwhile, water poured out department operators deem water safe. of the line break. After some searching, valves were located and the The town utilities department and water turned off. In this case, all 500,000-gallons of water held in the WSA treat for bacteria constantly to the elevated storage tank were lost. The public was notified about kill any bacteria not filtered out through reduced water pressure, and, in some cases, no water. The repair was a natural process. The WSA also adds made by noon the day the break was identified, but the system was phosphate that acts as a coating for lead not operational for a few more hours while the the tank was refilled. abatement on all the lines. The town Water is an essential part of all our lives. Where your drinking water is also treated with an inhibitor, water comes from and how it becomes safe for drinking is beneficial which coats the inside of the pipes as information to all county residents. The Fauquier County Water the water is flushed through the lines, to and Sanitation Authority (WSA) provides fresh water to over help prevent corrosion. A corrosive pipe 6,000 households and commercial buildings outside the Town of can leach lead into the water, which can Warrenton (which is serviced by the Town of Warrenton Public have disastrous consequences, the likes Utilities Department, a separate organization). The WSA is an of which were recently seen in Flint, independent authority with a board of directors that is appointed Michigan.

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The amount of available groundwater is unknown and 84 percent of the Fauquier population depends on groundwater, running beneath the earth’s surface, for drinking. When rain falls, some infiltrates the soil, some evaporates, some transpires (is absorbed by plant and tree roots) and some seeps into the aquifers and fills wells. Rainwater that seeps into the ground undergoes a natural filtration process as it passes through soil. The deeper the well, the better. Bacteria cannot survive underground, so the further it must travel through soil, the better the chances the bacteria will be killed, leaving behind nothing but mostly clean water. “Mostly clean,” Sherrill explains,

a few repairs, but in the end, “we built a treatment plant to remove the “because there are contaminants that problematic bacteria from the well, as well are naturally occurring that can pose a as secondary containments like iron and threat to humans in certain quantities, the manganese that impact the taste, odor and chemical element arsenic, for example.” color of the water, but we are not required to remove,” says Sherrill.

REMEMBER THE EARTHQUAKE? Whenever there is a line break On August 23, 2011, just before 2 with a loss of pressure to the system, p.m., an earthquake struck the area. The organizations are required to take samples epicenter was in Louisa County. Ground movement was felt as far west as Chicago after the final repair and send them to a laboratory to test for bacteria. Two and north into Quebec, Canada. The earthquake had a magnitude of 5.8 on the consecutive days of tests indicating no bacteria is present in the water system Richter scale.

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Residents with connections to the Bealeton well were notified to boil their water to kill the bacteria, as WSA personnel attempted to repair the damage caused by the earthquake. In the case of Bealeton, the WSA attempted

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“We realized wells are great when they are working, and then we discovered what it means when they don’t work. It surprised us that nothing was out there to help with well water outages. Our exploration of solutions slowly began,” described Judson.

He developed the initial concept for his idea throughout 2007, and in 2008, he and Barbara started the arduous process of developing an actual innovative design.

Judson’s journey was not simple. He said, “Figuring out how to go from a concept to a fully manufactured system is a huge undertaking. It has been a phenomenal experience, but we still learn something new every day. Every step has been an education in strategy, funding, and accounting for the business. Learning about system development, patents, trademarks, and marketing was definitely part of the process.”

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As a retired Air Force officer, he received extensive electrical training and used his talents to design the electrical components of the system, which runs off a battery. “This part of the concept was easy for me. I knew what components I needed to make the unit do what was necessary,” Judson detailed.

The next phase included finding components to create a simple, reliable, affordable system for homeowners to use.

He laughed as he explained, “We burned up components during the design phase.

These parts needed to withstand current flows, amongst other things. We worked with a number of companies to develop the prototypes. Judson described the process was like Edison’s. Along the way, he says, “We found hundreds of ways to NOT make this system.”

The key was the development of a “bladder approach” which pressurizes the tank. “We wanted to ensure no external contaminants could enter the water through our system; it had to be a ‘closed’ system,” said Judson. “We had many experiments and I remember one time I went into the yard to pressurize some new material to see how it would work. It wasn’t expanding the way it was supposed to, even after 40 pounds of pressure were added. Then the bladder exploded!” Judson recalled. “We knew this material wasn’t going to work,” he laughed.

Realization of the Dream In 2014, Constant Water officially opened after years of developing, patenting, and manufacturing a system that allows well users to have fresh water (from 40 to 120

Constant Water today the original prototype

STAGING SPECIALIST Julia Foard-Lynch, Realtor Serving Fauquier and surrounding counties with excellence in Real Estate since 2005

gallons) even during a power outage, without a generator. For those who do have a generator, this system can be used in conjunction with that as well. Their system also makes fresh water available when well pumps fail; something a generator cannot do.

How Does It Work?

The system provides access to fresh water during a well or power outage by using air to pressurize the tanks. When electricity is on, fresh water continuously flows through the tanks. When the power goes out, the system activates and provides pressurized water to every sink, show, tub, and toilet. “It’s not an endless supply,” Judson said. It is, however, a comfort to many homeowners to have an emergency backup water supply. Judson had developed a solution that offers stability and safety in emergency situations.

“My journey–it is the pursuit of the American dream. It is the opportunity everyone has: to identify a problem, develop a solution, and work very, very hard to make a business and a living. This is the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life, and I was even in combat in the first Iraq war,” he said.

Did Judson ever feel like giving up? “There are many times you wonder if you’re going to make it. You’re confident, then you’re scared. Things never move as quickly nor as smoothly as you planned or hoped. Everything takes time and money. And there is never enough of either,” he stated.

But encouragement from so many people kept Judson going, plumbers and well diggers and drillers especially. Even phone calls from customers and overseas contacts conveyed the value of this solution and have been motivational to him. With this product niche he has developed he just may help individuals all over the world by providing fresh water. “It’s humbling to consider what a wide impact this system can have,” he said. Ultimately, all of his efforts led to the manufacturing of the Constant Water system and it was brought to market in April 2016.

Future Aspirations Judson’s vision is to be known for providing a quality product and being an active member of the community. He wants to help the local economy and also have a positive impact throughout the country. “Wouldn’t it be great to have Warrenton and Fauquier County on the map with this system that will help not only locals but also individuals all over the world? In the future, Barb and I want to be in the position to help others get a great idea off the ground, and give back to our community that has been so supportive,” explained Judson.

His drive, convictions, and grit have helped make his dream a reality and demonstrate his dedication to helping others. He said, “My advice to anyone pursuing their passion is if you have something you know is good and important, keep at it as long as you physically and financially can. It’s not a quick race, it’s a marathon. Put one foot in front of the other each and everyday. Do something everyday that’s moving you forward.”

If you are interested about this innovative way of having usable, flowing water in your home or business, you call them at 540-347-3440, visit constantwater.com, or visit their offices located at 6649 Garland Dr. #10, Warrenton, VA 20187. ❖

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Selling Your Home in Today’s Market Local experts provide valuable information to guide you through the process

BY KATIE FUSTER

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oretta Flynn has been watching trends in the mortgage lending industry from the inside for twenty-three years. She is currently a sales manager and senior loan officer with McLean Mortgage. Speaking from her new office in downtown Warrenton, Flynn said she expects to be doing quite a bit of business in our area in the spring. “There’s little inventory and it’s very competitive,” Flynn says.

RE/MAX National Platinum Club realtor Michele Noel agrees. “The market is better now than it has been for the last several years. New construction is up and inventory is low, which shows healthy growth.” In addition, mortgage rates are still low and the job market is strengthening.

What to do when you are ready to move If you’re ready to move, Noel recommends finding a listing agent who is a local expert. Ask potential agents how many local listings they have, plus the average number of days their listings were on the market.

“Houses that are priced right, sell,” Noel says, so the more local listings a realtor has and how quickly they sold are indications of someone who knows the local market.

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the repairs and upgrades you may consider making. They can also steer you away from projects that won’t improve your home’s resale value.

“If your kitchen and bathrooms are updated, you’re good,” Noel says.

“Don’t put money into expensive outdoor patio work or custom basement projects like movie theaters.” They won’t necessarily increase the value of your home.”

Prepare also for the purchase of your new home. “It’s very important to get pre-approved for a mortgage loan before shopping around,” Noel says.

Flynn agrees. “Pre-approval prepares people financially for what they can afford, it prepares them psychologically for the process, and it educates them on the timeframe of their home purchase.”

Flynn recommends partnering with an experienced mortgage loan officer from the get-go because “mortgage lending is like a kaleidoscope. A change to any part of the multilevel loan process changes the whole picture,” she says. Too many people try to navigate the labyrinth of credit scores on their own. And, as CBS first reported, 40 million Americans have at least one mistake on their credit report.

“That’s why you need a loan partner to

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After you’ve been preapproved and are ready to start the house hunt, Noel says that “the first thing on your mind has to be affordability.” Flynn agrees.

“We have guidelines on gross income as to what someone can qualify for.

But I’ll tell you right now, everyone can qualify for way more than they would ever spend.” Flynn encourages potential home buyers to take a hard look at their net income and how easy or difficult it is for them to make their current rent or mortgage payment.

Up-front costs There are three primary upfront costs that come with buying a home in our area. “When you write a sales contract in the state of Virginia, it has to have some kind of financial consideration with it to be legal,” Flynn says. “There has to be money on the table to make that contract valid. So I let folks know that number one, they need to be prepared to write a check when they go to contract for their earnest money.”

Earnest Money Earnest money (money paid to confirm a contract) shows the seller that you have skin in the game. “Earnest money establishes legitimacy,” Noel says. “There’s no established value required, but you have to be fair, reasonable, honest, and legitimate. Home sellers shouldn’t go into it saying, ‘How much earnest money can we get?’ ” Noel gives the example that if you’re buying a $200,000 home, you might write a check for $1,000 in earnest money, but for a $600,000 home, you should expect to write a check for $5,000 or more.

“The earnest money is what’s at risk if the borrower defaults,” Flynn explains. “If you’re on a $500,000 contract and you only put down $500, you might be able to walk away from that and not miss it. But if you’ve got $25,000 on the table, you’re going to make sure that you’re not in default and that you follow the guidelines for contractual obligations.”

Home Inspection Home inspections cost an average of $300, not including optional radon, asbestos, lead, and mold testing or even sewer scopes, which are recommended for older homes whose pipes might be blocked by tree roots.

Appraisal “Number three, when buyers go for a loan application, they need to pay for the appraisal, and that can be on credit card or in cash,” Flynn says.

Your lender will pick the appraiser that evaluates your home. The typical appraisal costs $300 to $400. Noel notes that your real estate agent should review the report to make sure that it is accurate, takes into account any intangibles that might add value to the home.

Loan Process Be prepared for the loan approval process to take some time. “Our culture goes, ‘Faster, faster, now, now, now!’” Flynn says. “But mortgage took a big step backwards when we had the fall in real estate. Our industry put the brakes on, and elongated the process so that we can scrutinize every detail of a person’s application.”

The mortgage lending industry will be making another change this summer. In July, a new dynamic to credit scoring called trending data will be unveiled. “It’s a new Fannie Mae release,” Flynn says, “and what the trended data is going to do is benefit the person who has a high balance on their credit card.”

For example, an individual who travels often for business, adding business expenses to a credit card that is paid off every month, might get dinged in the credit score department because they show a very high balance on the day that their balance is reported. “But trended data is going to look at the actual payment history that folks make on their accounts,” Flynn says. “It’s a fuller picture and a better way to analyze risk because they’re not just taking a snapshot of someone’s data on a particular date and time. We hope that that’s going to equalize the risk analysis a little more fully.” ❖

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Kimberly Murray The New Town Manager Vermont native brings her passion for economic development to Haymarket

BY CHRISTINE CRADDOCK

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n November 14, 2016, Kimberly Murray started her new role as the Town of Haymarket’s town manager. When the opportunity arose for her to accept this position, Murray was thrilled to be able to use her education and skill set in economic development, which is not only her profession but her passion.

She is one of only 1,100 professionals worldwide to achieve the certification of a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD).

Murray is proud to have completed the rigorous process to attain this designation, which in the industry means that she has “the breadth of knowledge to perform at the top level in the profession,” according to the International Economic Development Council. These skills, along with her professionalism, leadership, and past experience were what she feels set her apart in the eyes of the town council for this important role.

Murray, her husband, and their three children live in the mountains near the Shenandoah, which remind her of where she grew up in Vermont. The rural feel and tight-knit community of Haymarket also remind her of her hometown.

She said she was lured to Virginia

because it was a place where economic development was happening everywhere, and rapidly.

The entire family made the move to Virginia to pursue educational and professional opportunities, with Murray first working in Strasburg where she helped with town planning and was tasked with making the economic development match the burst in population. She then worked with the City of Winchester where she was able to really focus on her passion for economic development.

As Haymarket’s town manager, Murray said she will serve the public by listening to what the community members have to say and will work alongside the “wonderful” members of the town council to achieve the goals of both the town and its residents. Murray feels “It’s ingrained in me to be of service,” and this role allows her to use her knowledge and talents to help the town council serve the people.

One of the goals is to work towards making the Town of Haymarket a walking community. This will enable restaurants and businesses to thrive, showcase the town hall as the seat of

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Kimberly Murray brings leadership, professionalism, and experience to her role as Haymarket’s town manager.

government, and create a town center where the community can gather. With the motto that “Haymarket is everyone’s hometown,” Murray wants to hear from the community members so those who live here can be proud of what the town is and what it will become.

Rezoning is another area where she will target her efforts, which will make it easier for entrepreneurs to open businesses here. She strongly feels that one of the roles government plays is to “provide the structure for businesses to thrive.”

Murray believes the recession is over, and the town’s prosperity is the evidence.

Many businesses are seeking to expand or to renovate their current buildings, which will serve to enhance the charm of the area. And with the town center being developed, and the plans for a large park with a pavilion, amphitheater, playground, and trails, the community will have a place to gather together and make memories. Murray believes Haymarket will meets its goals, and the town will realize its potential. ❖

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ith such an amazing number of options available for summer camps, we thought we would turn to some experts in the area—local moms who have children of all ages and a variety of interests and needs. Their answers are insightful and just may assist you in selecting the perfect summer camp for your child.

How do you choose summer camps for your child? How do you assess which camps would fit your child?

“I identify my child’s interest. I have two children with very unique likes and dislikes and neither match.”

“When I learned of the nature camp here in Warrenton, the focus was so appealing to me that I ended up reserving spots for my kids.”

“With multiple kids, I look for camps where the scheduling is right. I don’t want one in camp one week and the next in camp the following week…I want them in camp at the same time!

My kids also love the VBS camps. All

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year long my daughter talks about camp when we drive by any of the churches where they attend. The VBS camps are always so well-done and have enthusiastic and energetic volunteers.”

“As the kids get older and more interested in their own things, we try to give them at least one week-long camp that is specific to their interests. I really appreciate when locations schedule camps at the same time for children of different ages. Then they can all go camp at the same location at the same time.”

“As they get older, I will look for more outdoor camps…because it’s SUMMER!” What are you looking for in a camp?

“I’m looking for a camp that will get my children more excited about a topic, provide an education as well as activity and fun.”

“If I still had school-age kids, I would look for a camp that would get them }

outside and active most of the day, yet still be seen as fun.”

“Location, theme, duration (with young kids, all day can be too long), and, of course, price. Mostly in that order. We will spend what we consider big bucks on one camp for each child, and then look for more affordable or free camps a few times a summer.”

How do you find camps for your kids?

Where do you look: online, through friends, publications, etc?

“I look online and in community publications, use my contacts at mom groups, and, of course, ask my friends.”

“Usually a reference from a friend or family member. Or hearing about camps from organizations I’m already involved with. Sometimes in ads and publications as well.”

“All of the above! I listen to referrals from friends and scour all the sources.

THEN (and here’s the best part) I trip over myself to frantically get them enrolled. There is nothing like the sour disappointment of having found the perfect camp, at the right time, with friends…and it’s full. Which, since it’s almost mid-March…that has probably happened already.”

How do you decide on the length of camp for your child, as far as half-day, full-day, or overnight?

“For our family, an overnight option is not feasible, so I look at the nature of the topic before I decide. If it is a nature-inspired camp, I like it to be an all day-long adventure for the kids. That way they can really take advantage of all the camp has to offer, like hiking, swimming, and kayaking or canoeing.”

“For me, the emphasis of the camp was much more important than the schedule.”

“Based on their age. And honestly (and I KNOW I’m in the minority) I view summertime as a chance for my kids to focus on their relationships with

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one another. So I don’t want them going to camps all day long, all summer long. I want to give them ample time to get bored and dirty at home. And as a (restless) stay-at-home mom, I get to enjoy summer too. Who wants to truck kids all over the place in the summer?”

Do you prefer camps that your child's friends are also attending, or do you consider it an opportunity to make new friends?

“Sometimes. Sometimes not. If it is something new to experience, I sometimes sign her up if their friend is going too. Otherwise, I like to provide an opportunity for my daughter to make new friends, as it is an essential skill.”

“I would prefer a camp where my child would meet new people. One child was naturally social, and the other one needed more exposure to children of similar age.”

“Definitely like to see friends there! Although that reduces the chances that I will leave the parking lot in less than an hour, since I will inevitably get chatty with someone. But making new friends is an important skill that can be learned at camp. It only gets harder with time.”

What are the most important factors for you: convenience, individual attention, intellectual stimulation, physical activity, time outdoors, or something else?

“For my family, where both parents work, it is really invaluable to have full day camps and ones that offer before and after care. Secondly, it is really important that my child has fun and WANTS to go every day.

There’s nothing worse than forcing your child to go somewhere they don’t want to. So as long as the camp keeps them busy, happy, and the activities are healthy, I’m all for it!”

“Time outdoors, fun, safety, and staff that truly loves kids and what they are doing. Bonus if they would learn new skills, like archery or swimming.”

“I’m going to go with the old-fashioned fun. I get teary when I think about my kids making memories they won’t realize the importance of for decades to come, like swimming in a pond and getting sticky from popsicles. Camps don’t have to be elaborate or expensive, just creative and memorable.”

“Fitness is a bonus for my daughter. Her favorite camp growing up was a jump rope camp. They learned all the hard jump rope tricks and got to show off. Plus, she was very tired each night, and it was great aerobic activity!” ❖

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Spring Photo Contest Photo By: Teresa Lynne Arthur Taken at Burnside Farms in Haymarket

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hank you for the overwhelming support from all of our readers for the Spring Cover Photo Contest.

This competition really showcased the amazing talent in our community, and it was extremely difficult for us to judge.

Many factors were considered when choosing the finalists. The first and most critical component to our decision was the theme. We wanted your April cover photo to radiate spring! We thought there was no better way to celebrate leaving winter’s doldrums behind.

Photo composition was another very important factor, especially for the cover. This is actually one of the biggest deciding factors for our cover photos on a monthly basis. A strong main focal point is key, but also very important is the surrounding area. Adequate “negative” space is important as it allows us room for our masthead (the name of the publication) and various text highlighting the content included in the magazine.

Other factors such as color, clarity, exposure, and resolution were important considerations as well. Again we thank you all for your participation. And although this was a special contest for our April issue, don’t forget, we welcome your submissions year round. We love hearing from our readers and seeing the community through your eyes. ❖ — Kara Thorpe, Art Director kara@piedmontpub.com

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with their primary care doctor about options. How big a problem is it? Can the individual stop safely on his or her own, or is a treatment program necessary?

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Alcohol & Your Health Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center now offers a medical detoxification service

BY ASHTON MILLER f you search the internet you’ll find numerous studies about the physical consequences of alcohol consumption— some that tout health benefits and some that warn about negative physical effects.

“It’s important to note that the extensive differences in research findings can be explained in part by the vast differences in each person’s body, and the varied abilities of each of us to successfully process alcohol,” said Kim Ragan, LCSW and clinical supervisor for Transitional Recovery Services at Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center.

In short, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of what amount of alcohol is safe to consume. Instead, it might be better to think about why you drink.

“If you have a drink to cope with or escape from life, there may be cause for concern,” Ragan said.

Additionally, if there always seems to be a negative consequence associated with your drinking (like fights with friends or loves ones, or encounters with law enforcement), combined with a family history of alcoholism, you may want to

consider not having alcohol in your life at all.

“One question I find myself asking those trying to figure out if they have a problem with alcohol is whether their life would be better without it,” Ragan said. “If the answer is yes, then logically it’s time to quit.”

It’s a well-established fact that excessive alcohol consumption is associated with serious health problems involving the liver and kidneys, as well as injuries from resulting falls, household accidents and motor vehicle accidents. Beyond that, chronic alcohol use can cause cancer, heart problems, dementia, infertility, and a host of other conditions.

There are 2.5 million alcohol-related deaths annually worldwide, according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. Nearly four percent of all deaths around the world are due to alcohol from injuries, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and liver cirrhosis. In the U.S., alcohol abuse claims 88,000 lives a year and is the third leading cause of preventable death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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For cases where added support is needed to manage alcoholism, Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center now offers a medical detoxification service that can be personalized for adults who are diagnosed with alcohol use disorder. The service is the first of its kind offered by the Novant Health system.

The support service provides medically supervised detoxification in the hospital setting, including: • Short-term inpatient stay in a medical hospital unit • Medication management • Education • 24-hour medical supervision and care • Individualized support and care connection • Family sessions • Aftercare planning HOW TO ENROLL

Alcohol withdrawal can cause serious medical problems including seizures, hallucinations, and death. Those people seeking help withdrawing from alcohol can go to the emergency room and request alcohol detoxification services. If they meet admission criteria, they can be safely treated on a medical floor where they’ll be cared for by well-trained nurses and physicians. The patient also receives care from a therapist who specializes in addiction therapy.

“That therapist will see the patient every day and, when allowed by the patient, will involve family members in the treatment process,” Ragan said.

Patients must be evaluated to ensure the right level of care for the service.

These evaluations can be done at the emergency room at Haymarket Medical Center. Once patients complete the detox program, they are discharged with an aftercare plan that meets their longterm goals.

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he job of wedding photographer is one that comes with a lot of responsibility. They do, after all, only have one chance to capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments— the first kiss, the bouquet toss, the tears of joy. Four local photographers shared their favorite moments with us. Enjoy!

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1. I enjoy this image because it captures one of the special in-between moments of a wedding day.

These types of moments are my favorite to capture.

—PAULA COMBS Instagram: @paulatography Facebook: Paula Combs Photography

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married in a beautiful church surrounded by their loved ones and this is their priceless, raw emotional reaction to it all. I believe the best photos from a wedding are when the subjects are completely at ease and unaware of the photographer's camera. It’s real, unaltered, unstaged, and completely organic. Everything about this photo came naturally and that’s how I like to shoot, naturally utilizing my keen sense of timing. It was a moment in time that perhaps would have been overlooked or forgotten because of how quickly it came and went, but now it will last forever.

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2. This portrait is one of my favorites because it captures the sheer excitement a couple feel immediately after they say "I do." Carlo and Ami were completely giddy as they declared their love for each other and started their next chapter as husband and wife! The joy and love was shared by all.

—HEATHER CHESKY Heather Chesky Photography heathercheskyphotography.com/weddings heather@heathercheskyphotography.com

4. Candid, heartfelt photos

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3. Consider your guests

This is important as it will help you assess venues, dresses, caterers, and other details that you should spend your time visiting and researching. Touring venues that are out of your price point or trying on dresses that would use all of your allotted wedding funds leads to disappointment in the overall outcome.

If you have a lot of guests coming from out of town, pick a wedding date that is not during peak travel time, like holidays. Arrange a hotel block within shuttle distance of your venue. Do any of your guests have physical limitations? Take this into account when selecting where your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will be held.

2. Select the right venue Whether you select an inside or outside venue, there are a few things to consider.

What size do you require and does it fit your budget? The Virginia countryside provides a beautiful landscape for an outdoor ceremony, however, be sure to select a venue that has an equally nice indoor or backup option, as this may become your wedding location due to inclement weather.

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Be sure to add personal touches that represent you, the bridal couple. Whether you tailor your wedding around your favorite movie, write your own vows, or use a variation of the standard wedding march music, be sure it reflects you personally.

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Your first option would be to have a specialist with you from engagement to wedding day to take care of the entire planning process.

Another alternative would be to opt for a planner to help with only some parts of the organization, such as hiring the right vendors. At the very least, it would be good to consider a “day-of” coordinator who will handle all the details so you can be present in and thoroughly enjoy your moment. He or she can be a godsend on the day of the wedding by taking care of all the little nuisances that can pop up at last minute, such as a delivery driver who gets lost, and make sure that finer points are not being

Veronica Hensley is a corporate and wedding event planner based in Haymarket, Va. She loves details! With her impeccable attention to detail, she works to ensure nothing is overlooked so you can relax and enjoy your event knowing everything has been taken care of. She may be reached by phone at 703-975-3771, or via email veronica@ perfectlyplanned.us.

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Don’t Plant That—Plant This

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About the AUTHOR Lynne Galluzzo and her husband, Gary, have lived in Haymarket for 12 years on 10 acres of land where they garden extensively.

Mostly retired from The Garden Lady garden maintenance business, Lynne is enjoying the extra time to spend more time in her own gardens. She can be reached at Lgalluzzo@verizon.net

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Until the industry develops a delphinium3 that can truly stand up to the heat and humidity of Virginia, I will not buy another one. All of you are my witnesses. If you see me in a garden store with one in my cart, be gentle but firm when taking it away from me! In the interim, I will continue to plant penstemons1 and verbascum2 in order to get that spire of flowers that gives the English garden effect that I love.

I have tried hollyhocks, but they are deer magnets. ‘Husker Red’ and ‘Dark Towers’ penstemon perennials are easy to grow, adapt to a variety of conditions, have fabulous dark purple green leaves, do not wander, and they bloom with three-foot flower spikes of white and pink respectively.

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t the beginning of another growing season, I would like to make some suggestions for new and/or replacement plants that will make your garden more successful: more inviting to birds, bees and humans, and less inviting to deer.

I once made a promise to myself that I would never buy another delphinium.

And that was at least five dead delphiniums ago. Sigh. We all do this.

We buy another hosta because it looks so big, green, and healthy, and we can hope the deer won’t find this one. Or we tolerate the awful prickly barberries for either—or both—of two reasons: because digging them out is as inviting as lying on a bed of nails, or we don’t know a good alternative to them.

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“HOSTAS ARE OVERUSED, OVERSOLD, NON-NATIVE, AND ONE OF THE MOST BELOVED DEER MEALS.” There is a tall verbascum, or mullein, that might work well in the back of some sunny flower borders. But the more desirable verbascum are fuzzy leafed plants with purple, white, or tannish pink flowers on three foot stems that really prefer dry, unfertilized soil. Neither penstemon nor verbascum is bothered by deer, bugs, or diseases.

Hostas4 are overused, oversold, non-native, and one of the most beloved deer meals. On the other hand, they are really attractive, have a variety of sizes, patterns, and colors, and, once established, are basically foolproof.

I have some under my deck, behind a rock wall, and they do well in that space.

However, that is the only place I have them; when I am looking for something to plant in deer territory I have found several good alternatives. If it is a fairly sunny area, try the variegated liriope. Standard solid green liriope spreads all over and is awful, but the liriope that is green and white striped stays in a nice clump, the white brightens an area, and the birds love the fall purple berries.

In a more moist shady spot try ferns1, hellebores2 (also known as the Lenten rose, Helleborous orientalis), Solomon’s seal (Polygonatum biflorum) small Carex (a type of grass), lungwort (Pulmonaria), coral bells (Heuchera) and Astilbes. I am imagining a fabulous mixture of Japanese painted ferns, dark purple heucheras, and white-plumed astilbes. If it is a larger planting space then three or more ‘Husker Red’ penstemon would be good additions. I think I have just talked myself into planting this! For a quieter, more ground cover type plant try wild ginger3. It is a native, deer resistant, and a host for Pipevine Swallowtail butterflies.

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Barberries6 are boringly common in the front yard landscaping of every contractor-built home in the past fifteen years. I understand why they plant them; barberries are hardy, deer resistant, and provide a reddish color contrast to evergreens. However, they are extremely thorny, contribute nothing to wildlife, and are listed as invasive plant in the Northeast.

This might be the year to get rid of the barberries and plant something friendly.

Low growing, dark leaved, evergreen azaleas5 might be a good alternative, or better still, consider one of the new dwarf forms of ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius).

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Some ninebark shrubs get tall, so be sure to check the information tag. Consider using a tall burgundy ninebark as an accent in the back of a garden, especially if you have a light-colored house. A hedgerow of them would be stunning. I love ninebark, and think they are underused and underappreciated.

I have some in my yard and have planted them in several other yards.

They have never disappointed me.

Burning bush8, that toughas-nails, medium-height bush that turns bright red in the fall is showing up on lists of invasive plants. I have asked at the local garden stores why they continue to sell invasive plants like barberry and burning bush, and the answer is usually that they are unaware of any problems in this area. I guess it NOT THAT!

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is up to us, the gardeners, to decide what we are willing to spend time, money, and garden space on. I have five burning bushes and I have not seen any unwanted spreading in my woods or back field. That of course does not mean that the birds haven’t distributed seeds to a more distant wild area. There are good alternatives to this plant too.

In a moist area you can try Virginia sweetspire7 (Itea virginica). It turns bright red in the fall, and in the summer it has amazingly fragrant, bee-friendly, white bottlebrush blooms. For drier soil consider southern arrowwood (Viburnum dentatum). I am not familiar with this plant but it is a viburnum and I find all viburnums to be reliable and decorative. The arrowwood cultivar ‘Red Feather’ has red fall foliage, white spring blooms, and blue berries that the birds love.

Another arrowwood cultivar is needed to create the berries that are a beautiful shade of blue. That particular arrowwood is Viburnum dentatum ‘Blue Muffin.’ The name itself makes it worth planting.

Another alternative to a barberry or a burning bush is the ‘Miss Kim’ Lilac. The foliage is not bright red in the fall, but offers a rich maroon. The fragrant spring flowers help tip the scale in its favor. As The Garden Lady I repeatedly pruned back lots of burning bushes that were too large for where they were planted. Maybe this is the year to change them out for a more space appropriate, non-invasive alternative.

Gardens should be enjoyed. They should not be a source of frustration, disappointment, pain, or guilt. Let us make plans for this season to be the beginning of making our gardens more inviting and rewarding. ❖

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