Warrenton Lifestyle Magazine November 2018

NOVEMBER 2018

Special Section: Piedmont Homes p.17

A Creative Endeavor: Jim Hankins of the Fauquier Education Farm p.38

Virginia’s Country Inns for Out-ofTown Guests p.44

New Twists and Old Traditions: The Warrenton Chorale p.34

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he holidays are upon us! One thing about working for a magazine is that we get into holiday articles—and the holiday spirit—much earlier than the rest of you. But now it’s finally time to share our holiday enthusiasm!

The first holiday, of course, is Thanksgiving, when we gather with our family and friends and give thanks for all our blessings. And afterward, get your family to finish up that leftover turkey without complaints by giving it a Mexican flavor with our White Turkey Chili recipe. Be sure to make our cast-iron cornbread recipe to serve on the side.

Then we are quickly on to Christmas itself! It promises to be as magical as always in Warrenton. The season starts for many with the Christmas Concert by the Warrenton Chorale on LETTER November 30 and December TO THE 1, and continues through all EDITOR the Old Town celebrations of Gum Drop Square and Dear Warrenton Lifestyle, the Christmas parade, also on November 30. Don’t miss I wanted to tell you how much my Allegro’s production of A husband and I enjoyed visiting Warrenton Christmas Carol, a Musical for our niece's wedding. We started starting November 10. our visit to the downtown area with a And speaking of the tour of the Fauquier History Museum at Christmas season, many of us the Old Jail. What a great place! The will have friends and family memorabilia was impressive, and we even visiting from out of town. looked for the famous ghosts.

Check out our feature on After our jail tour we walked through an alley and bumped into Sheriff Bob local inns and things to do to Mosier (literally). He graciously introduced recommend to your visitors. himself and welcomed us to Warrenton.

And we do have a lot to Our lunch was spent at the Black recommend in Fauquier! I Bear Bistro where I sampled the best received a letter to the editor peach margarita I have ever tasted! My that I’d like to share, which husband ordered the pizza special and reminds us how welcoming gave it really high marks. The staff were Warrenton is to visitors.

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welcoming and friendly.

From the architecture to the historical markers we thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Every person we met said hello or shared a smile. Thank you from this Ohioan for making us feel so welcome.

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06 Families 4 Fauquier

08 The New Red Truck Bakery Cookbook Q&A with Brian Noyes

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Marie Washington Receives Award from Virginia Lawyers Weekly

16 Fitness Success Starts when Preparation Meets Opportunity

BY COLBY SCHRECKENGOST

Hiking The People You Meet on the Appalachian Trail

BY ANDREAS KELLER

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Advertiser News

17 Homes Section

18 Design 101 The Formula for a Well-Designed Home

BY YARON LINETT

20 Transform Your Home With Flooring

22 Doing it the Right Way Custom Upholstering and Total Restorations

BY PAM KAMPHUIS

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Homes for Haiti

Jim Hankins and the Fauquier Education Farm

A Warrenton Homebuilder’s Contribution

BY LINDA LAINO

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30 Designer Decorating Tips

White Turkey Chili & Cast Iron Cornbread

For the Holidays

BY PAM KAMPHUIS

BY NANCY POWELL

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Recipe

Pets New Dog in the House

BY CHARLOTTE HARVEY

Virginia’s Country Inns

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The Warrenton Chorale

Charming, welcoming, wonderful

Warrenton Country School

BY GARY CARROLL

BY EMILY CHILDRESS

BY JOHN T. TOLER

New Twists and Old Traditions

History

cover: White turkey chili with homemade cast-iron cornbread. See page 42 for recipes. Photo by Kara Thorpe.

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Do you have a little extra to give this holiday season?

OPERATION SANTA Operation Santa Adopt A Senior and Operation Adopt A Special Need Adult are programs of Families4Fauquier to help provide a small little Christmas for our local area citizens that are often alone or forgotten during the holidays.

We will be providing our sponsored individuals each with a stocking of goodies, a small gift card, and small gifts from their wish list. We are seeking families in our

community to help us make this a success by sponsoring this holiday season. All gifts are due back to Families4Fauquier on or before December 10th. Once all gifts have been collected Families4Fauquier will be hosting a small Christmas celebration to deliver gifts with our Mascot the Fauquier Fox along with Santa!

HERO’S PROJECT This is Families4Fauquier’s annual Hero’s Project to benefit Walter Reed Medical Facility. We will build special treat bags with candy, chapstick, handmade Christmas ornaments and inspirational messages for our military Heroes and their family members. Groups, clubs, families, and individuals are welcome to participate. The more participants we have the more Heroes we will be able to send well wishes and holiday cheer to this Christmas season.

We are collecting the following NEW personal care items: • Fleece blankets /throws • Handmade blankets • Chapstick • Wrapped candy • Gum • Soap • Tooth brushes • Tooth paste • Wash clothes • Sponges • Nail files • Nail clippers (sealed) • Snack foods • White t-shirts We are also looking for families and groups to help make handmade Christmas ornaments for our Military HERO’S Project.

Decorated or undecorated salt dough ornaments or any creative ornaments are greatly appreciated.

This is a huge project and we need lots of help to ensure each bag has a handmade ornament. We are actively collecting homemade Christmas or get well ornaments year round. Let us know if you need the salt dough recipe.

Please check our Facebook page for updates.

FAUQUIER COUNTY PRESCHOOL & FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 10AM-1PM.

Come and meet local area preschools, private schools, and family activities all under one roof. Light refreshments, crafts and resources. Please check our Facebook event page for details.

Scarecrow winners!

We want to send our sincere thanks to the MOPS of Warrenton for judging the Scarecrows on Main Street for us on a second’s notice! Winners are as following: 1ST PLACE:

Excell Dance 2ND PLACE: Great

Harvest Bread 3RD PLACE: Fauquier Community Childcare (FCCC) ROZY’S PICK:

1st place WARF ROZY’S PICK: 2nd place

Black Bear Bistro This was an amazing year for scarecrows!

Everyone who participated is a winner in our book. Thank you for helping make OTW a fun and festival place to live, work, and shop.

JOIN OUR MAILING LIST OR BECOME A CHARTER MEMBER AND GET INVOLVED TODAY! Families 4 Fauquier is your link to family resources in Fauquier County and beyond. F4F is committed to strengthening and enriching the lives of children and families that live right here in our own community. For additional information about joining our membership program, receiving our monthly community newsletter or any of the events listed above please visit our website at www.families4fauquier.com or email us at info@families4fauquier.com.

We now offer monthly advertising, website sponsorships and community event sponsors. If your organization has an interest in helping to support our community projects, events and programs please contact us today because together we can make a difference in little ways that can add up big!

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The Red Truck Bakery Cookbook Local bakery shares its popular recipes

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rian Noyes, owner of the locally — and nationally — famous Red Truck Bakery has released his first cookbook in time for the holiday season.

This collection of southern-influenced recipes, stunningly photographed, is sure to please lovers of beautiful books and foodies alike. With his trademark insistence on seasonal, local ingredients, Noyes breaks down favorite recipes from his bakery (plus a few others) into uncomplicated procedures for the home cook. Lifestyle sat down with him to gain some insight into this new endeavor and find out what else he’s got cooking.

WHY DID YOU WRITE THE BOOK? Well, people ask me all

the time for recipes. And I like getting the word out about the Red Truck; we’ve got a story to tell. It’s not just a cookbook, it’s our backstory, my previous life in publishing, and about following my passion to open a bakery in the Piedmont. President Obama’s compliments on our sweet potato pecan pie with bourbon (recipe included in the book) led to us getting some interest from top publishers, and they kind of came after us to write the cookbook. I think it’s good publicity for the bakery. In a bookstore I once saw a cookbook from a cafe in Napa Valley, which led me to visit the restaurant. It became one of my favorite places, and I never would have known about it if I hadn’t picked up their cookbook. And we ship thousands of items nationwide each year, and this will get the word out for that, too. I also like to help put Marshall and Fauquier County on the map; I think it’s good publicity for the area.

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HOW MANY RECIPES ARE IN THE BOOK?

We included eightyfive recipes of Red Truck favorites and new introductions. I’ve got things broken down by season within categories.

They range from breakfasts, sweet/savory pies, cookies, cakes, breads, and condiments. I didn’t hold back; most of the favorites are in there.

I also have some things in there that people won’t find in the bakery— recipes that would be good for tailgating— such as Mexican crab cakes with jalapeño mayonnaise, green tomato pie with bacon, and a casserole inspired by shrimp and grits.

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YOU DON’T MIND RELEASING YOUR RECIPES? I think it just gets more people excited about what we do and brings people into the bakeries and to our website for online ordering.

Some people close to me were concerned about releasing all these recipes, and revealing all our secrets, but I read a recipe book once, from a cafe in Nashville, which promised to divulge the secret behind their famous biscuits which I was just crazy about. But instead it gave a different biscuit recipe since theirs was a “secret,” sort of along the lines of “you might like this one instead.” It was so disappointing and I felt ripped off. I don’t hold back: it’s all in there, including my secret for biscuits.

ARE THE RECIPES COMPLICATED? No, they’re not. In fact, our publisher, Clarkson Potter, which is the food/design division of Random House, weeded out anything that was too complicated or had too many ingredients. For instance, the recipe for our Havana fruit cake isn’t in there, which I think will disappoint some people. But they thought it had so many ingredients, and was too involved. It takes a long time to make; we don’t rush through anything at the bakery and this cake has to sit for two to three months soaking in rum. They felt it was too much for a home cook. There’s a handful of bread recipes in there, and we start out with our focaccia recipe, which has five ingredients: flour, salt, yeast, olive oil and rosemary. People

have a thing about bread, like they do about pie crust; they think it’s too hard. But this book explains it all. I did bring in a writer to help as a “recipe wrangler,” though. I needed a second set of eyes on the recipes as I scaled them back from restaurant size yields to a size that would be appropriate for the home cook. It’s not as easy as it sounds; you can’t just divide the amounts of the ingredients. He worked with home recipe testers—some were food writers and some were foodies and home cooks—and kept track of their feedback, identifying techniques that needed more explanation or clarification. They tested the recipes over and over; the testing took a year.

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WHAT ABOUT INGREDIENTS? I always use seasonal, fresh ingredients from local farms and suppliers whenever possible. I wanted to emphasize that in the book, especially with the pies. People are getting used to the fact that our menu revolves around the seasons...they might like our cherry pie, but they can’t get it in January, they have to wait for cherry season.

AS A FORMER ART DIRECTOR AND GRAPHIC DESIGNER, DID YOU DESIGN THE BOOK YOURSELF?

No, I didn’t. The writing and the voice in the book are all mine, and I offered to design the layout, but then I realized that there was no way in the world I’d have time for that—they made sure I was happy with the design and I think they nailed our look. They hired a really great food photographer; Andrew Thomas Lee is one of the best in the country, and he shot a good part of the book in our Marshall and Warrenton stores. And the result is gorgeous. The cover is our red truck parked in the apple grove at Stribling Orchard up in Markham. I didn’t want it to be just another bakery cookbook with a cake on the cover. I wanted to feature our red truck and our work with local farmers. I’m so proud of the book: it captures our homegrown Fauquier County bakery completely. I launched it in my Orlean farmhouse, opened it up in an Old Town Warrenton filling station that dates back to 1921, and settled into a second larger main location in two historic mercantile buildings in Marshall. It’s a hefty book that will make a great gift with a local focus addressing a now-national audience. There are a lot of thanks in the book to the loyal locals who supported us since the beginning. We’ve received a lot of awards and national publicity over our ten years, but we sure haven’t lost sight of our roots.

Signed copies of the Red Truck Bakery Cookbook are available at both bakery locations in Warrenton and Marshall, and at Carter & Spence; a calendar of book signing events is available at RedTruckBakery.com. The book is also available at Politics and Prose Bookstore, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon. $25. Photos by Andrew Thomas Lee

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The People You Meet on The Appalachian Trail The varied community of thru-hikers

BY ANDREAS A. KELLER

“There's a bear right behind you.” Ten feet behind me, my hiking buddy’s voice was as calm as if he had asked me to pass him the butter. Looking around, I saw a young black bear nonchalantly leaping over a tree log lying along the trail and then quickly disappearing in the woods. “That’s a first,” my hiking buddy said shaking his head, “I never saw a bear busting smack between two hikers.”

Thus began our trek to an interesting overnighter at the Gravel Springs shelter in the northern district of the Shenandoah National Park. We were pushing hard uphill on the little known Bluff Trail hoping to reach the hut to offload our heavy backpacks and pitch our tents before it got late.

Spending the night at the Gravel Springs shelter has many advantages. There is abundant water from a fast-flowing spring gushing from a stone-lined sluiceway, a very large fire pit, and depending on the time of the year, many Appalachian Trail thru-hikers who stop for the night and exchange their stories of their experiences hiking nearly 1000 miles from their start at Springer Mountain in Georgia.

A graduation present from Florida The first hiker showing up that night was a tall gentleman whose gait said it loud and clear: “This is a tough slog and I am hurting!”

He was accompanied by a young lady who was in good spirits. They established camp by hanging their hammocks and refreshing themselves at the spring before joining us for snacks and some libation. We soon learned that they hailed from Florida, a father and daughter team on a three-week hike on the AT in the Shenandoah National Park. It was the father’s graduation present to his daughter who had just finished high school and had a lifelong dream of experiencing the wilderness.

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By Maryann McMellon Paid Advertisement Tonight I fear death, but I can’t make noise or show my emotion. I hear screaming, shattered glass and furniture snapping. I don’t want to live here. I am not safe. God help me! I don’t want to anger Dad. I don’t want him to know it was me that called the police. Where are the guns? Why is mom screaming? Where is my twin?

Are the police going to check me for bruises again? Why does Dad kick our dog? Why is he so angry?! Did we leave shampoo caps off in the shower again, or are we in trouble for chewing gum because it makes us look cheap? Maybe mom refused his sexual advances again. Tonight no one was hurt. I grabbed my doll and my pillow and entered into a police van. It is dark and cold.

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Where are the police taking us tonight? I want my dog… God help me. A shelter for abused women and children was our place of safety for the night. Where is God? Moving back home was bittersweet. Sweet because I was reunited with Dad, friends and my own room. But bitter because of the cost of leaving and the cost of staying. Where is my dog? Pete was a beautiful German Shephard. He was my protector. He kissed the tears from my face on brutal nights. “What have you done to my dog?” “Did you kill him?” Mom said Dad had to shoot him because he was not safe around others. Pete was a trained watch dog. My watchdog! More loss. I hate my parents. I hate God. My new god, is Jack Daniels. I am 12 and I am drunk. Jack is my friend. He holds me at night and helps me sleep and escape. I love him and I need him. He is like a real dad, as he raises me to be brave and courageous, strong and mighty. I can endure everything. So I thought.

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and rocks for about ten hours every day, legs that scream and cramp at night are quite frequent, especially for the older folks.

Inspired by this unusual graduation present, we decided to be Trail Angels and shared our stash of magnesium-calcium-potassium electrolyte tablets with them, encouraging the father to take them every evening and pop lots of electrolytes during the day.

Katahdin in Maine and from there he will hike southbound for the rest of the trail, finishing back in Harpers Ferry. Flip-flop thru-hiking is becoming more common as it sets thru-hikers up for a higher success rate in completing the trail because the hiking season is lengthened.

A section hiker from Tennessee The next arrival was a section hiker, a person who breaks the 2,200 mile long trek into several shorter sections and usually finishes the full trail over a period of several years. She was a bubbly kindergarten teacher from Tennessee in her third year of section hiking, and we enjoyed listening to her many bear encounters, one of which recounted how she was held up by a bear which did not yield the trail. She had to wait at a safe distance until a couple of other hikers came along, at which time the bear trotted off into the bushes.

A SOBO from Germany Our next hiker to roll in was a SOBO, a hiker going southbound from Mount Katahdin in Maine to the southern terminus of the AT in Georgia. He had clocked in at 28 miles for the day, and eagerly took his boots off and massaged his feet before claiming a place in the hut by putting his sleeping mat down.

He was a talkative German fellow from Frankfurt who had watched a movie about the Appalachian Trail several years ago. “I was taken by the staggering beauty of the trail and fascinated by the community of thruhikers,” he said. “This movie motivated me to hike the AT because I want to fill my life with extraordinary experiences, and when I heard about Trail Angels I surely wanted to meet some just in case I wouldn't make it into heaven,” he laughed. “In Germany we lack America’s natural beauty. The wilderness in this country is an incomparable national treasure yet it’s so accessible with the world’s best maintained trail systems. When I think about this long trail of several thousand kilometers, maintained by volunteers only, with lean-to shelters about every fifteen kilometers and white blazes for guidance every hundred meters, I feel very privileged to be on the Appalachian Trail and grateful to all the volunteers and communities who make this experience available to thousands of hikers every year.”

Listening to this heartfelt testament from a thru-hiker we realized how blessed we really are, but oftentimes we too quickly take it all for granted.

A NOBO flip-flopper When a NOBO, or northbound hiker, leisurely walked into camp we soon learned that he was lagging about six weeks behind the last AT bubble of hikers and would no longer be able to reach Mount Katahdin in time before the snow and ice would close the trail. His plan was to flip-flop the trail: when he arrives at the AT’s informal halfway point at Harpers Ferry, WV, his fiancé will pick him up bring him to Mount

Dinner time brings more overnighters With the lighting of the gas stoves, dinners were prepared accompanied by a lively exchange of the best trail recipes and the trading of some foods and condiments. As the smell of mouthwatering dishes rose up, a busy silence followed as hikers replaced thousands of calories expended on the trail.

During dinner, a hiker from Luxembourg who was attracted to the AT by Bill Bryson’s book A Walk in the Woods strode into camp and was greeted by the German who had shared the trail with him for a couple of hours. They conversed in German while the new arrival sat down, ate dinner, and then pitched his tent and crawled in for the night.

Next, a young couple from Estonia rushed into camp, nodded hello to everybody, dropped their packs and went to the spring to fill their water bottles. They were in a hurry as they had three hours left to hike that day. They said that they had hiked the TA and heard a lot of praise for the AT. This was obviously not their first rodeo — the TA is New Zealand's long trail of 3000 kilometers called Te Araroa.

And finally we all were joined for dinner by a hiker family from St. Louis, MO. Two girls of 7 and 11 years of age and their mother were accompanying their dad for a couple of weeks on his thru-hike. The setting up of tents and preparation for dinner was like clockwork. The girls had all their chores assigned and accomplished them all with smiles. They were gladly answering our curious questions and shared their day’s experiences on the ten-mile hike. They talked about rain dropping into their tents, meeting relatives at the trailheads with cold drinks and sandwiches, and being lucky not to have gotten any blisters yet.

Talking to these young children was just as impressive as learning the stories of hikers from all over the world and how they were attracted to the AT. It was a highly inspiring night, and as I reflected on this by the campfire, I felt bonded to all there as I realized our commonality was a deep love for Nature and for spending time to explore it.❖

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Andreas A. Keller is a passionate hiker and avid backpacker happy to pass along the joys of the great outdoors to his grandchildren and other hikers. He is the organizer of the Blue Mountain Hiking Club which can be found on meetup.com. He can be reached via email at aakeller@mac.com.

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arie Washington is so well known in Warrenton that she hardly needs an introduction.

Popular not only for her legal expertise, she is also deeply involved in our community. Whether it’s supporting Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army or other charitable organizations, or being out and about at Warrenton Town Limits or First Fridays, Ms. Washington simply seems to be everywhere. Voted best lawyer in Warrenton Lifestyle’s Best of Warrenton/ Best of Fauquier survey for 8 years in a row, one of her objectives is to demystify the legal system and help people understand that attorneys are normal people and that anyone needing the assistance of an attorney should not be intimidated.

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Recently she has been named to the 2018 class of Leaders in the Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. Leaders in Law recognizes those across the commonwealth who are setting the standard for other lawyers in Virginia.

The honorees are chosen for their outstanding contributions to the practice of law in Virginia, significant achievements through the practice of law, leadership in improving the justice system, and important contributions to Virginia’s legal community and/or the community at large. Washington says, “I am humbled and honored to be nominated for such a distinguished award amongst some of the most admirable peers.”

At her Warrenton, Virginia law practice, Washington represents clients in a wide array of matters, including contracts, business, criminal violations, domestic relations and estate planning. She is an active member of the Virginia State Bar, the Virginia Women Attorneys Association, Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Northern Virginia Black Attorneys Association, and the Fauquier & Prince William County Bar Associations.

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Mindset. Create a mindset of getting better every training session. Don’t just work out, have the mindset to get better every session, every drill, every lift. Stay positive despite setbacks and listen to your coaches.

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Self Care. Good habits prepare the body for the rigors of the season. Utilize myofascial release techniques (foam rolling, tiger tails, etc.) to speed recovery between training sessions. Don’t over train and get at least eight hours of sleep nightly.

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running, jumping, shuffling, change of direction, endurance) and training programs should focus on improvement in all of those areas. But it’s more than just working out. It takes a targeted, global approach, assuring that all aspects of an athlete’s preparation are addressed. This approach gives athletes the best opportunity for success on the field, the ice, or the court.

As a strength coach, my job is to persuade athletes away from taking a single-minded approach to training (i.e. just lifting weights) and instead focus on the Eight Pillars of Pre-season Training.

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ew would argue that to be successful at anything, you must be prepared. Whether it’s a meeting at work, a test at school, an upcoming game, an NFL Championship, or a job interview, preparation is always key. And nothing reduces the chance of success like a lack of preparation.

Athletes preparing for a competitive sport typically need eight to twelve weeks of focused training prior to tryouts or the start of the season in order to greatly enhance their opportunity for success. They or their parents should do a quick assessment of their readiness by asking themselves the following questions.

Where is their head at right now? Is the athlete well rested, excited and ready to go? Or burned out and in need of some down time or possibly a different approach to training?

What is the commitment level (both time and financial) of the athlete and parents?

How is their body composition? Athletes with significant body fat percentage (20-30 percent) will require a more incremental approach to training than an athlete with lower body fat.

What does their sport coach tell them they need to work on before the season?

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important are pre-training snacks, post-training recovery shakes, as well as knowing when and how to safely use supplements.

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Mobility. Increasing joint mobility (especially in the hip, shoulder, ankle, and thoracic spine) can greatly improve athletic performance and reduce injuries.

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“I just bought a house. How do I make it a home?”

“I’m selling my house. How do I make sure I get the best price?” “Help! I need to organize all my stuff.

Where do I begin?” Interior designers deal with these and many other questions every day. For the purposes of this article, let’s start with the first one: “I just bought a house…”

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What color should I paint?

Recently one of our Leesburg clients called us in for a consultation. When we came around to the issue of paint she had a familiar look on her face.

For years she had painted every house a particular shade of yellow and felt guilty about not being more adventurous. We can’t tell you how many times we’ve seen this. After going through every color people invariably come back to the one they love. Give yourself permission. Why live with a color you don’t like as

Where do I start? Surprise, it is not the paint. Most people want to jump right in with a paint color, after all there are so many to choose from. But that’s exactly why we don’t begin there. We can mix any color paint you like...but we can’t get any color antique rug of the exact size and pattern you want. So, we begin with the items that we have the fewest options in and for most people the order is as follows: 1. Existing piece you can’t live without.

2. Artwork in the style and price range you’re comfortable with.

3. Statement rug, which is really a painting on the floor.

4. Signature lighting.

5. Upholstered furniture and casegoods.

6. Window treatments and hardware.

7. Accessories and other soft goods.

8. Paint.

Obviously that order can be shuffled a bit, but a specific shade of paint is going to be farther down the list than, say, wallpaper.

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much? After all, you just bought the house, colors with mass appeal are for when you sell. Besides, chances are everything you already have goes with that scheme.

Of course, if you do decide to go with a color you love but have never used before, then you need to assemble samples. These should be large and mobile. Paint a primed board at least a foot square in one shade of the color you’re considering. Paint a second board in a different shade, and a third board in still another. Look at each of them in both day and night lighting conditions. Make sure you put something white behind them too, holding them directly against an existing color will bias your perception. Once you have a feel for which is best you can proceed with confidence.

How do I decide on a furniture layout? We have “rules” for each room, for example in a bedroom the bed should typically be located at the farthest sightline from the door. In general, we construct a scale drawing of the room (you can use graph paper to approximate). Once we have that, we make little templates of each of the pieces of furniture and consider the paths that people and animals will take through the room. Where will people enter and where will they exit? Will they need access to a switch, socket, built-in? Leaving an adequate path to each of these areas, we then work from the largest pieces of furniture to the smallest. Always consider what the intended use of the room is.

Is there a chair that needs a table for someone to put down a glass or a cellphone? Will the ottoman need to be able to be moved to another area frequently? Once you have a layout template, keep the pieces. Someday when you consider flipping the whole room around your back will thank you for being able to make sure it’s possible first.

When will I ever be done?

Every case is individual, but don’t feel discouraged. The average person is not out of boxes for a year and typically people spend five years decorating after they move in. Even a professional such as I might still have yet to hang all our window treatments...

Why doesn't my home look like one of those magazine homes? It depends on the magazine, but the answer is rarely because they are filled with high end goods. The truth is that we all have a problem with clutter. Beautiful pieces used simply was a mantra of ours for a long time. In the same way that black and white photography can turn a busy scene into fine art, eliminating the excess “stuff” that we all have is the number one way to move towards that magazine look. Understanding that it is not practical to live in a stylized box for most people we always attempt to add hidden storage solutions to every room. Once you have a place for everything all you need to do is keep everything in its place. Easy as long as you don't have children, pets, or unruly guests.❖

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As for colors trending in hardwood and vinyl plank, grey tones are still popular. However, greige, (grey and warm browns mixed) is the most desired.

We’ve found that new colors typically start on the West Coast, make their way to new custom homes here, and are ultimately incorporated into existing homes.

Currently we’re seeing a trend in much lighter natural tones, (including greige), with a movement toward arctic whites.

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L: Are there any types of flooring that never go out of style?

T: Timeless hardwood in mid brown tones. It offers the best priced hard surface with warm comfort and durability.

Flooring is an important consideration in any home. It can energize a space, inject personality, even provide a talking point, all while offering comfort. Lifestyle asked Tammy Titus of Kemper Carpet in Gainesville about what flooring materials and colors are trending right now, what things consumers should consider before buying, and what to look for in a flooring contractor. We also asked about options available to those looking for a quick, pre-holiday flooring makeover...for a friend, of course.

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care for. Hardwood is usually what they want, but real hardwood doesn’t work in areas where water can be a concern. Now the customer has an option to get the look of hardwood, but with better durability and a better price.

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T: Check the overall reputation of the company. See if they’re on Angie’s List and what kind of reviews they’ve gotten on Yelp, Google, and the Better Business Bureau. Get referrals from friends and family. And of course supporting your local small businesses is the way to go.

L: What are some factors that go into deciding what kind of flooring would be best for someone?

T: The flooring specialist needs to ask important questions to understand

the individual flooring needs of each customer.

Things like how much daily use does the room or rooms get, how many people live in the home, are there children or pets, are there concerns about elderly relatives slipping. Those are just a few. Once a product, be it wood, carpet, or tile, is selected, color is the number one deciding factor. After that, other considerations include design and pattern, durability, comfort, and of course cost and budget.

L: What is the easiest and quickest flooring to install and what is the most difficult?

T: None are easy, and all require skills to install. However, the easiest is vinyl plank and the fastest is carpet. In terms of the most difficult, installing ceramic tile and refinishing wood floors are both number one. Consumers should bear in mind that from selection to installation takes about two to four weeks, depending upon material availability.

L: So the best options for a quick, pre-holiday flooring makeover are…?

T: Wall to wall carpet, stair runners, and area rugs.

L: What’s the best way to care for and preserve floors after installation?

T: For wood floors, clean with Bona Cleaner. To protect them, place area rugs at entryways

and floor protectors under furniture. If you have pets, keeping their nails trimmed prevents scratches.

For carpet, have it professionally steam cleaned every 18 months, and spot clean as needed, making sure to clean up spills or pet stains as quickly as possible.

L: How often should homeowners update their flooring?

T: Every 8 to 10 years.

L: Is there anything you’d like to add that we haven’t asked about?

T: There are promotional pricing and rebates that result in a tremendous amount of savings for consumers.

These typically come in the spring and fall, so shoppers should stay aware and buy during those times to maximize their purchase.

Lastly, beware of online sales. Flooring is a large important purchase and should be carefully thought out with professional assistance. When you buy online there’s no guarantee about the quality of the product and no one to help if it’s in any way defective. Consumers get stuck that way so my advice is to work with a professional who knows their products and your needs. ❖

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Three talented artisans, including the father and son pair of Lawrence and Craig Andes, and interior designer Gina Krytusa, make up the team at Custom Upholstering and Total Restorations whose services include custom upholstery, comprehensive interior design services, and furniture restoration. For our home issue, we sat down with Lawrence, Craig, and Gina and delved a bit into what makes Total Restorations so valuable to their clients.

Lawrence, when did you start this business?

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Gina: I’d been in the business since the mid ‘80s. I learned from the best. My father taught me; he was a slipcover man and he had his own shop in Bethesda where I got a lot of practice. There aren’t many people out there who cut custom slipcovers and do the job so well that you can’t tell it’s a slipcover, and that’s my goal.

Do you have a specialty?

How did you learn this trade?

Lawrence: I took a home correspondence course. They teach you the basics, but then there’s a lot you learn yourself, through experience. I guess I always liked to work with my hands. When I was a really little boy, I had an aunt who said, “Someday Lawrence is going to earn his living with his hands.”

Craig, how did you come on board?

Craig: Dad taught me the

basics, then it was the school of hard knocks. I was a corporate pilot until the company was sold to a company that had their own flight department, thrusting me into finding a position with a commercial airline. This happened just prior to 9/11 and soon thereafter a lot of pilots were walking the streets.

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What services do you offer your clients?

Gina: We offer complete interior design, custom slipcovers, flooring, window treatments, and furniture restoration, everything you need for the interior of a home.

But no job is too small; we had one client who just needed one blind on one window.

When did Gina come on board?

Craig: Well, it got to a point in the mid ‘90s where we were getting a lot of requests for slipcovers, and I had a hard time finding someone who did them really well, and our customers expected high quality. I was turning people away. I saw Gina’s work one day and was so impressed that I tracked her down at her shop in Leesburg, and she came in and cut a chair

Craig: We’ve worked on quite a few antiques, that’s actually our specialty. There’s no one else on the east coast that can restore antique furniture as authentically, back to the way it was originally made, as we do. I’m the one who mainly does that. We had a customer come in with some chairs that had a lot of history to them, they had been in a governor’s mansion. We restored them, and then they were acquired by the Smithsonian. When they looked at the chairs, they said, “whoever restored these restored them accurately, back to their original condition.”

It’s hard to find someone to do that. I take a lot of pride in our antique restoration.

Tell me about the techniques you use to restore antiques.

Craig: It’s a lot of time to restore a piece back to its original condition. A lot of shops just want to throw a piece of foam in there and just cover it over rather than taking the time to tie the springs correctly and do it the right way. There’s a lot of hand sewing, and we use only materials that they used historically, instead of using synthetics. We use flax twine, and jute webbing, and real hair to pad the furniture, the way they did it back then. We use

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Gina: A lot of people bring things in not for the investment aspect of it but for sentimental reasons. They’ll say, “I remember these from when I was a little girl and I want to bring them back to their former glory.” Our customers are trusting us with their family heirlooms, with their memories, to do it the right way. And that’s gratifying in itself.

What is the most difficult piece you’ve restored?

they have a really good solid piece instead of a piece of furniture that’s made out of particle board.

Tell me about the woodworking.

Craig: There’s a lot of woodworking involved. We can actually make pieces that are missing if we need to. We do a lot of refinishing of dressers, tables, and other furniture, it’s not just upholstery. I have another stripping facility nearby where I do the big refinishing jobs.

Tell me about some antiques you have restored.

We restored a couple pieces that went across country in a covered wagon back in the 1800s. It was a chair and loveseat set. They stayed in the family through the years. When the family moved back to the east coast generations later, they packed them up and flew them back on a jet. We’ve restored a sofa that was in Abraham Lincoln’s law office, and we just restored 12 dining room chairs from the 1730s. That was tough because post bore beetles had gotten to them, and we had to replace some of the wood.

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Why is historical accuracy so important?

Gina: Restoring it to its original historical condition maintains the integrity of the piece. That’s why we’re so busy; people are going to consignment stores and they’re finding old pieces that are well made, with frames that are structurally sound, and they’re bringing them to us to cover them. When they’re finished,

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Craig: There was a ball and claw table, an antique family piece from the late 1800s. It had gotten wet in a basement and had just fallen apart. The client was in tears when they brought it in...it came in in little pieces, in four milk crates and some of the smaller pieces in little baggies. It was like putting a puzzle together. When they walked in to pick it up, it just took their breath away.

Gina: Craig, you got a hug out of that one!

What do you like about your job?

Gina: It’s gratifying to see a finished product, or to see someone’s home evolve from just a house to a home. People move in to a new house and it’s just a blank slate, and they don’t know what to do with it. There’s a little bit of psychology involved. A lot of people ask their friends for advice, and we just need to give them the confidence to make those decisions for themselves.

Whatever the end result, their home has to be a reflection of the client, not me, not their friends.

Craig: It’s gratifying to take a piece that doesn’t look like it has hope, and give it new life.

And there’s always something different every day. I love the challenge, it’s never mundane, and like dad said, working with your hands, there’s a lot to be said for that. ❖

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Warrenton homebuilder designed tiny shelters with big impact

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dward Lloyd of Edward Lloyd’s Elite Designs in Warrenton has been in the construction business for 28 years. His company specializes in high quality new homes, custom remodeling, cabinetry, and home additions, building all their projects from scratch to meet his own very high standards.

But perhaps one of his most meaningful builds is a much smaller, less elaborate project than usual: a home with a footprint of 12' x 8'.

In conjunction with Christ in Action, a disaster response organization that has been in operation since 1998, Mr. Lloyd designed and built the prototype home for the Homes for Haiti Project in 2010 which assisted victims of the devastating earthquake who had lost everything and were without shelter.

Warrenton Lifestyle sat down with Mr. Lloyd to talk to him about this special project.

I UNDERSTAND THAT CHRIST IN ACTION SPEARHEADED THIS EFFORT. HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED?

After the earthquake hit, I received a phone call from a guy named Denny Nissley of Christ in Action. He had heard that I was familiar with Haiti

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and wanted to know if I could work with them to come up with some kind of shelter for the people of Haiti. I told him that I would be happy to.

WHAT WAS YOUR CONNECTION TO HAITI BEFORE DENNY APPROACHED YOU?

I had taken my sons to Haiti on a mission trip in 2000. We helped to build a church there for about a week. There I met a young man named Abel St. Amore. He was our translator and soon became my friend. When the earthquake hit, we as a family immediately began to come up with a plan to help. We were instrumental in immediately gathering food, water, and clothing and getting them to Haiti.

WHAT SPECIAL DESIGN FEATURES DOES IT HAVE TO MAKE IT APPROPRIATE FOR USE IN HAITI?

I designed a home whose materials could be easily shipped to the island and that could be easily built in the field with minimal tools; all that are needed are a screwdriver and screws.

The houses have a 12' x 8' wooden floor. The roof was a shed roof design, with the upper area left open for air movement. It has a bunk bed on the back wall and a single door. The whole idea was to create an environment

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where they could find some privacy and be kept dry from the rains. For many it was a welcome relief from the horrible earthquake.

SO HOW WAS THE PROTOTYPE BUILT?

I built it myself, at my home.

DID YOU HAVE ANY CORPORATE SPONSORS/OTHER DONATIONS TO ASSIST IN THE EFFORT?

My son Joshua worked at 84 Lumber at the time and he worked directly with the owner of the company to secure significant discounts for the materials. I was able to work directly with Sherwin Williams in Cleveland, Ohio and secure massive amounts of paint at deep discounts as well.

HOW WERE THESE PRODUCED? WHERE?

Denny took it from there and secured a facility in Bealeton and began to mass produce the homes, panel by panel. Between Bealeton, Houston,

TX, and Myrtle Beach, SC they produced 748 homes at a cost of about $600 each.

WERE THE HOMES A SUCCESS?

They were. When hurricane Thomas went over Haiti a year later, I got an email from Danny that everyone who was in a Christ In Action home was dry and safe! Though I was given the opportunity to design the houses, it was Denny Nissley and his ministry at Christ in Action that really saw this whole thing through. It was he that organized the building as well as the transportation and delivery of the homes. It was quite an undertaking.

His group really do some amazing things to help those in need. â?– To further assist Christ in Action in their disaster response efforts, visit www.christinaction.com

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DESIGNER DECORATING TIPS

for the holidays

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Nancy Powell and her daughter, Bethany Brower, are the designing women behind Powell Brower Interiors in Manassas. They’re committed to creating unique interiors that speak to your personality and good taste. PowellBrower.com

BY NANCY POWELL, POWELL BROWER INTERIORS

Do you believe the holidays are right around the corner?

They’re coming up fast, but there’s still time to give tired decorations a little freshening. As a designer, I get asked frequently how to do just that, so here are some of my best suggestions for a new look this season.

Style with greenery.

Another impactful way to style your home for the holidays is the addition of fresh flowers, branches and greenery. Live greens improve the air quality in your home, while emitting a lovely winter potpourri. Cuttings from your yard or those you find on a walk in the woods, bring the outdoors in and add an organic, non-commercial touch to your decorations. Mantels, consoles, windowsills and tabletops can all be enhanced with garlands and greenery. To make faux garlands look less skimpy, intertwine several differing garlands together and add sprigs of fresh greenery. The result is a more voluminous and realistic look.

Buy beautiful new cloth ribbon, and lots of it.

The biggest impact you can make in your seasonal décor is using cloth ribbon. It is not a huge investment and it can update your look immensely. Buy the wire edged ribbon so it holds its shape, and if it has a hint of metallic, it is much more impactful. Some fabulous sources are Merrifield Garden Center and Michael’s in Gainesville, Oh Sew Persnickety in Haymarket, and Joann’s Fabrics in Warrenton. To establish a flow throughout your home, maintain the same color scheme, which means lots and lots of ribbon.

Remember one large bow alone takes three-yards.

MULTIPURPOSE DECORATING Mulling spices create a beautiful centerpiece, smell heavenly simmering on the stove, and you can garnish your favorite holiday cocktails with them too.

Engage the senses.

The journey through the holidays is all about the experience and creating memories. As you and your guests enjoy your home this holiday make sure it’s a sensory experience. SMELL: Use fresh greens, scented candles, and simmer spices on low on the stove. TASTE: Have baked goods on hand or in the freezer, cheese plates ready to serve in the fridge, a signature cocktail you can whip up quickly, and some holiday candy and cookies on hand to offer guests. SIGHT: Don’t forget to go beyond your beautifully decorated home and create a welcoming entry and curb appeal.TOUCH: Utilize cashmere and velvet fabrics, faux fur throws and pets dressed in Christmas finery (think fun ribbons and cute collars), to enhance the holiday feel of your home.

Change your tree color scheme.

Research trending color schemes on Pinterest and make a plan before you start. Perhaps you can’t afford all new ornaments and decorations, but you can invest $5 in a can of spray paint and paint old, tired ornaments a new color. Add lots of new ribbon, some branches from the yard, and use a faux fur throw as a tree skirt, and voila! A fabulous new look for your tree. Remember, there’s no rule that says you must use red and green.

Some final notes: Curate your collections of decorations and alternate them from year to year. As a designer, I can tell you that it’s all about editing and highlighting what’s important. You don’t have to display everything you’ve ever collected every year. It is often visually and emotionally too much and adds to the stress of the season. Keep it simple and spotlight, as if in an art gallery, a few special pieces so they can really be honored and appreciated.

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or many local residents, the Christmas season does not begin until they have heard the Warrenton Chorale’s annual Christmas concert.

For 43 years, this event, performed the first weekend in December every year, has always been an eagerly awaited opportunity for the community and families to come together to experience and share the joy of Christmas.

This year will be no exception. The Chorale’s initial seasonal performance will take place on the evening of November 29, to be followed by performances on November 30 and December 1. Dressed in formal attire, the Chorale members will once again bring color and beautiful music to the expanded sanctuary with an outstanding sound system at Warrenton United Methodist Church.

Jean Hines, Chorale Publicity Director, has promised that this year’s performance will be special for two reasons. For the first time, the Chorale will include a segment during which an elementary school choir will perform three pieces of their own. This year it will be P.B. Smith Elementary Honor Choir. The Chorale hopes that this will mark

“For 43 years, this event, performed the first weekend in December every year, has always been an eagerly awaited opportunity for the community and families to come together to experience and share the joy of Christmas.”

Director John Maerhofer leads the Warrenton Chorale during their weekly practice at the Heritage Presbyterian Church in Warrenton.

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the beginning of a new tradition in which other county elementary school choirs will participate in the future.

Hines says that the Chorale Board of Directors seeks to bring more children into the event, both as performers and members of the audience.

Also, for the first time ever the Chorale will perform a new piece written by talented composer Ralph Manuel entitled “Come, Let Us Sing to the Lord.” Current Choir Director John Maehofer says he is excited to be presenting this piece of music, as it will be a great way to celebrate what will be the 65th anniversary of community cantatas in Warrenton.

Those who attend on November 30 will be the first to hear this new piece of music performed.

The Warrenton Chorale has evolved from annual Christmas cantatas which began in 1953 as “Combined Church Choirs of Warrenton Choral Group” under the direction of Dick March.

Under the directorship of Barbara Stinson, who took the reins of this choral group in 1975, a youth chorale was added in 1967 and a handbell choir in 1974.

as he will be moving away.

Mr. Maerhofer modestly describes himself as just “a plain old teacher.”

This belies his impressive education resume and extensive experience directing numerous choral groups. He is currently an assistant professor at Hofstra University and has previously taught at the City University of New York. When asked why he chose to come all the way from Maryland to our little rural town, he quickly said, “I love Warrenton and its people.” He indicated he was very impressed with the Chorale’s strong Board of Directors, now led by Carroll Foley, and he was happy to have the opportunity to help bring great choral music to the community. Current members of the Chorale have been impressed with his knowledge of music and have learned so much about the composers and the environment in which the music was composed.

Of the current singers of the group, 19 have a combined commitment of over 500 years. Joan Broughton, a retired teacher from Fauquier High School, has been with the Chorale and its predecessor for 52 years, since she

to participate without going through that stressful process.

The word “family” is heard from many of the current members as they describe how they feel about being part of the Warrenton Chorale. One mentioned that attending the first rehearsal for the Christmas Concert in September is like attending a family reunion. Others have noted they have made so many longtime friends, folks with whom they celebrate happy events and provide consolation at times of illness and loss. They usually say they may get so much more from the experience than they give. All seem to cherish the opportunity to bring beautiful music to Fauquier County.

Many fans of the Christmas concert may be surprised to learn that they can also hear the Chorale early in the year when they offer their Spring Concert. If you want to participate in the Chorale for that event, however, you will need to apply before the end of January as rehearsals start early. A sub-group of the Chorale, some 20 individuals called the Chamber Singers, also performs periodically for special charitable fundraisers and for residents of at least

For several “old timers,” Ms. Stinson is remembered for bringing a great deal of fun and joy to the group and for having great patience and a willingness to help choir members to learn. Steve Aiello, a local school choir director, took over for Ms. Stinson in 1993 and led the choir for almost 20 years. In 2013, the Board of Directors hired John Maerhofer to come down from Maryland to lead; sadly, this will be his last year directing the Chorale

was a very young girl. The Chorale now comprises singers from Fauquier and the five neighboring counties of Culpeper, Rappahannock, Prince William, Stafford, and Fairfax. Over the years, the average number of adult singers has been around 90. The largest number of performers occurred in 1992, when the Chorale was composed of 120 singers, 51 youth, and 13 bell ringers. Many are attracted by the “no audition” policy which allows them

one facility for the elderly, Poet’s Walk.

This year’s Christmas concert at Warrenton Methodist Church will include a variety of religious and secular songs to celebrate the season.

Tickets are already on sale at many local businesses at $15 for adults and $5 for children. One can also purchase tickets at the door. Hint: Don’t be late.

The opening processional is aweinspiring. ❖

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Gary Carroll is a Fauquier native who has lived here most of his life. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of UVA, he worked as an analyst, supervisor of analysts and instructor of analysts in the U.S. Government for 25 years. Since retirement, he has continued to work as an instructor for the military and several government agencies where he teaches a variety of communication skills, including analytic writing, briefing and public speaking, and supervisor-employee communication. He is married with two daughters.

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Jim Hankins

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“My grandparents would no more let a neighbor go hungry than they would neglect their own children.” The particular grandparents in question were the Hamners-the real life versions of the fictitious Waltons, the TV family beloved by many in the 60s and 70s for its wholesome, loving, and simple approach to life. Jim Hankins was born into this famous family.

He understood from an early age the importance of being a good citizen. Fast forward almost 50 years and it would seem that he has landed in the perfect place to be that on a daily basis.

Hankins is the executive director of the Fauquier Education Farm located in Warrenton. Established in 2010, Jim has been head of the fields and more since 2014. The farm aims to do just what its name suggests: to educate farmers on every aspect of growing food, from soil content to selecting plants to applying fertilizer.

The programs Hankins implements cater to the local home gardener as well as small for-profit farms throughout Virginia. While education remains its primary function, it is a working farm in every sense of the word and currently has over seven acres in cultivation. From the beginning, the farm’s mission was to donate all produce to local food banks. For Hankins, the chance to contribute in this way drew him to the job. Under his supervision, that outreach has grown considerably. “I am very proud that between 2014 and 2017 we went from 16,000 pounds of produce to 60,000.”

That’s a lot of tomato picking.

Jim learned to love being in the fields as a child growing up in rural Virginia. His famous family was close-knit. The youngest of five brothers plus a younger sister, he recalls, “As long as I can remember, we had a big garden.” While he acknowledges that his relatives on “Walton’s” Mountain, were not farmers, they always grew food for their large extended family. When pressed for a specific memory, he recounts his father harvesting a big patch of cantaloupe and filling a wheelbarrow to feed the pigs. “I

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was just a barefoot kid in the garden, with my pocket knife, eating a cantaloupe,” he says, recalling the simple goodness of a childhood spent outdoors.

Since growing food was just something that was a normal part of growing up, Hankins didn’t entertain any farm dreams as a kid. He jokes today that part of his job as executive director is to be a “grief counselor.” He knows first hand how hard farming can be, and sometimes has to deliver the tough love to would-be farmers.

Working 60 hours a week from sun up to down is not for the faint of heart.

His early vocation since the second grade was to be an artist. “Art class was a refuge,” he says with certainty. Once awarded an engraved silver bowl for “most outstanding artist,” he later studied sculpture at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. After art school, he was hired by a furniture company to do lathe work and began making furniture as a way to make a living. He found he loved it. While furniture design satisfied his creative urge, Hankins found the uneven income too precarious. He misses some aspects of his creative life, but maintains that his work on the farm parallels aspects of creativity. Art creation is a multilayered process that requires thinking, planning, inventing, and making, and Hankins applies many skills once devoted to creating art in his job. “I learned to love the process of nurturing something from preparing the ground to planting the seed and tending the plants to maturity.

Farming is like performance art on a grand scale.”

While still making furniture, he found himself little by little moving back to his roots with stints as a flower farmer in Massachusetts and Agricultural Agent for Virginia State University. The transition from art to farming was made complete when the position at the Education Farm was offered first part-time, then permanent in 2014.

Part of the decision for the move dealt with Hankins’ lifelong battle with depression.

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Working as an artist is a solitary endeavor, one that requires a mental state that is capable of and thrives on being alone. By contrast, he discovered that being in nature and surrounded by people was a better fit for his personality and well-being. Some people suffering from depression find it beneficial to remove the focus from themselves and direct it towards someone else. The farm fulfills this fundamental requirement. Hankins is proud that the work he does contributes to helping thousands of families in need, but also admits that they contribute to his overall mental health as well. “Working with families, kids, and volunteers feeds my soul.”

The Blue Ridge area food bank serves over 30 counties in Virginia, with Fauquier helping over 3,000 families receive fresh vegetables. While food banks most often receive donations of canned goods and other non-perishables, the Education Farm considers it its mission to supplement these foods with fresh vegetables, so important to rural areas with limited access to fresh food. “Food deserts” in the countryside are compounded by lack of transportation for many people. Rural communities can be isolated with few employment opportunities. Many people depend on food banks to feed their families.

Jim Hankins is busy. His job requires him to do everything from teaching classes to analyzing soil to writing grants. Luckily, he has been able to hire two part time employees to lighten the load a bit. His excitement and enthusiasm clearly inspires them. “The Education Farm is an amazing cause that I deeply believe in. I can learn about farming, all the while helping those in need in my community,” says Gabrielle Altman, who began working at the farm this summer. “I know the work that Jim is doing is appreciated by so very many people.”

While he has his hand in every aspect of the farm business, Hankins is quick to point to all the help he receives everyday, especially during harvest season. Jim likes to put the emphasis on education in the Fauquier Education Farm, and takes the teaching seriously. Bethany Harvey, a frequent volunteer agrees, “His heart is truly for educating others.” School groups and working with all the volunteers (10-65 a day) are his favorite part of the job.

Sometimes kids as young as three and four come with their parents. “Even a toddler can dig potatoes,” he says.

Hankins likes to think that he is helping

LEFT: The excessive rain this summer hurt many crops; tomatoes and cantaloupe spoiled in the field before ripening, and watermelon and cucumbers produced low yields, but the sweet potatoes thrived. Hankins estimates they yielded about 8,000 pounds of sweet potatoes. ABOVE: The farm relies heavily on volunteer labor. Even children can get involved when accompanied by an adult. Above, Teresa Corey and her children Eloise, Isabel and Henry harvest (and also snack on) sweet peppers. Hankins encourages what he calls “garden grazing.”

future generations know the difference between the taste of a fresh vegetable just picked and one packaged in the grocery store. Understanding where food comes from helps promote good nutrition and eating habits. He says, “I encourage what I call garden grazing: if you see something you want to eat right there in the garden, please help yourself!” His own favorite pick off the vine is a yellow sweet pepper name Aura. “I will eat a half-dozen at a time. Gorgeous, perfect abundance.”

The many programs offered by the farm bring a sense of purpose and generous spirit to the community, already qualities that are part of living in rural areas. In addition to helping the home grower, creating opportunities for livelihood is an important part of the farm’s work. This year, Hankins launched a farm incubator

program that allows farmers to have a quarter acre of their own and access to equipment. He is dedicated to providing hands-on experience to all aspects of the business to encourage new farmers.

“We want folks who are going to use this information to grow food to sell.”

Food banks provide an important and essential service to people in economically challenging areas of the country. In the northern Piedmont area, senior citizens, working families, single mothers, and people with disabilities all benefit under the tutelage of Jim Hankins at The Fauquier Education Farm. His genuine kindness, patience, and gratitude are apparent, as well as his dedication. Keeping his hands in the dirt, surrounded by other loving hands, provides a purpose for a man who sees first hand the creative results of his labor. He makes the connection to his legacy and the mission to provide food for those in need: “Being able to provide fresh vegetables to literally thousands of families is tremendously rewarding, and exactly how my family would want me to behave.” ❖

HOW YOU CAN HELP: The Fauquier Education Farm relies heavily on our volunteer labor. Volunteers help plant, maintain and

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FLINT HILL Blue Door Kitchen & Inn 675 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill | TheBlueDoorKitchen.com Formerly known as Flint Hill Public House, the Blue Door Kitchen & Inn has four gorgeous guest rooms available on its stunning five-acre country estate. All the rooms offer modern amenities such as king-sized beds with luxury linens, free high-speed internet, complimentary tea and coffee, a large shared second-floor lounge, and more. Stay for one night or a whole week; there’s no minimum night requirement, so this is a great place for a midweek or weekend getaway.

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EAT Griffin Tavern 659 Zachary Taylor Hwy., Flint Hill | 540-675-3227 | GriffinTavern.com “The staff are absolutely beautiful people and made our experience the best we have had compared to most places we have been. I can tell the chef pours love into every dish because it shows!” — CAITLIN DRURY, FREDERICKSBURG, ON THE BLUE DOOR KITCHEN & INN

Located in a renovated 1800s home, Griffin Tavern is pleasing to both the eyes and the tastebuds. Enjoy great home-style food or a pub drink in a casual setting.

DRINK Narmada Winery 43 Narmada Lane, Amissville | NarmadaWinery.com Narmada Winery offers a wide selection of tasting flights with different flavor profiles to please every guest’s palate.

SHOP Copper Fox Antiques 7 River Lane, Sperryville | CopperFoxAntiques.com

TOP: Accommodations at the Blue Door Kitchen and Inn. BOTTOM: Griffin Tavern

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“After or before a round of golf at the prettiest course in Northern Virginia, it’s so relaxing to stay in the Manor House.”

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Glen Gordon Manor 1482 Zachary Taylor Highway, Huntly | GlenGordonManor.com Hosting everything and everyone from British royalty to balls and weddings, Glen Gordon Manor offers historically charming accommodations. Once a Wells Fargo Stagecoach stop, the Manor today offers five-course dinners, three-course breakfasts, and an on-site spa. Located on a beautiful estate near historic sites and wineries alike, Glen Gordon is one of the most spectacular places to stay in Huntly or anywhere.

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A former Civil War Era mansion, this 11 bedroom inn offers the perfect mix of modern amenities and historic charm. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and completely restored two years ago, this charming bed and breakfast serves as the centerpiece of the Evergreen Country Club.

Whether you want to relax by the pool, play tennis, or enjoy a round of golf in the rolling hills of Northern Virginia, the Inn at Evergreen has you covered.

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EAT PaveMint Taphouse & Grill 9 South Commerce Ave., Front Royal | PaveMintTaphouse.com PaveMint is a "Farm to Street" Taphouse that focuses on unique street food from around the globe made using high quality products from local farms. Enjoy your meal and a brew in its modern setting — a newly renovated 1960’s gas station — right in the natural beauty of Rappahannock County.

EAT Hidden Julles Cafe 14950 Washington St,

DRINK Rappahannock Cellars 14437 Hume Rd., Huntly | RappahannockCellars.com Located in the Blue Ridge Mountain area, Rappahannock Cellars features awardwinning, old world style wines and a lovely tasting room in which to enjoy them.

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Brown's Pastimes Decor is a family-owned shop that offers antiques, vintage finds, furniture, and current collectibles.

DRINK Winery at LaGrange 4970 Antioch Road, Haymarket | WineryAtLaGrange.com

“Beautiful grounds, excellent food, and attentive staff. The best B&B experience we have ever had!” — KIMBERLY MCGHEE, MANASSAS, ON GLEN GORDON MANOR

With a gorgeous vineyard and tasting room, the Winery at LaGrange is a lovely destination for a day out. Order some of the gourmet snacks available to guests and enjoy with a bottle of one of the winery’s award-winning wines.

SHOP Details for the Home 6590 Jefferson Street, Haymarket | On Facebook at @ShopAtDetails Details for the Home is two floors of delightful and unique clothing, jewelry, and household items and accessories, and its attentive and helpful staff make it an all-around great shopping experience.

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“Warning: Once you dine here, you won’t want to go anywhere else.”

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— LAUREN SHREVE, WARRENTON, ON THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON

The Inn at Little Washington 309 Middle Street, Little Washington TheInnAtLittleWashington.com

This award-winning Michelin 3 Star Inn features 24 bedrooms and suites. All guests are greeted with a complimentary welcome cocktail, and the amenities don’t stop there. Valet parking, afternoon tea, and a house breakfast are also included. Designed

by London stage and set designer Joyce Evans, who was inspired by The Ritz in Paris, France, The Inn at Little Washington also features a two Michelin star restaurant fronted by chef and proprietor Patrick O’Connell.

In short, The Inn at Little Washington offers guests a world-class experience that should not be missed.

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EAT Three Blacksmiths 20 Main Street,

Sperryville | ThreeBlacksmiths.com

Bennett House Bed & Breakfast

A new addition to the area, Three Blacksmiths serves a fixed weekly menu composed of locally-sourced and seasonal food for an intimate and luxurious dining affair.

9252 Bennett Drive, Manassas | Virginia-BennettHouse.com

Bennett House Bed & Breakfast is located in the historic district of Old Town Manassas and is the perfect place for business travelers, tourists, or locals looking to change things up. A 100 year-old house that’s been a B&B for the past 15 years, Bennett House offers hospitable and antique elegance with modern amenities. It’s within walking distance to restaurants, and the Prince William County Courthouse complex, and is within striking distance of the Washington D.C. area. Everything about Bennett House is unique and inviting, from the country-style breakfasts to the comfortable accommodations.

DRINK Bar Francis 3710 Sperryville Pike, Sperryville | Bar-Francis.com Enjoy classic and creative cocktails made with locally sourced ingredients at Bar Francis, the perfect place to begin or end your evening.

SHOP August Georges 195 Main Street, Little Washington | AugustGeorges.com From beautiful furniture and bedding, to travel bags and specialty foods, August Georges is a unique place to shop; good luck leaving without something!

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EAT Carmello’s 9108 Center Street, Manassas | Carmellos.com This family-owned restaurant features American dishes infused with Portuguese and Mediterranean influences.

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Did you know olive oil tasting can be as complex and delicious as wine tasting? Experience it for yourself at Manassas Olive Oil Company where you can simply do a tasting, or even take a painting class while you sample the store’s incredible selection.

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“The rooms are stunning and private.

I felt like I was in a European inn, only with larger beds. A great place for a romantic getaway in the country.”

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The Rooms Up There offers guests three luxurious king-size suites with a private entrance, foyer, courtyard, and commons. Two of the suites are located above the original stone storehouse built on the property in 1800, while the third occupies the second floor of an addition built in the 1820s. Each suite includes a marble bathroom with handcrafted Italian faucetry, and guests receive complimentary breakfast at the famous Red Truck Bakery just steps away on Main Street.

Chilton House is an intimate, upscale four-room Bed & Breakfast on an acre of gardens and groves just two blocks from Main Street. Enjoy an authentic small-town experience in a beautiful 200-year-old home that tells the story of Warrenton's past.

The house includes eight fireplaces, private baths, and easy access to breweries, restaurants, and shops.

8393 West Main Street, Marshall TheRoomsUpThere.com

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EAT Field & Main

8369 West Main Street, Marshall FieldAndMainRestaurant.com

Named one of D.C.’s best restaurants by The Washington Post, this charming upscale eatery serves Southern-inspired fare and fine wine in a rustic-chic setting. Pop in for a drink at the bar, or reserve a spot overlooking the kitchen and watch the magic happen.

DRINK Barrel Oak Winery

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Barrel Oak Winery is a dog-friendly winery started by real people with a real passion for real Virginia wine.

There’s always something going on — live music, kids’ activities, and more — so check it out.

SHOP 3 Hens’ Treasures

8362 West Main Street, Marshall On Facebook at @3HensTreasures

Discover a treasure trove of antiques and collectibles, gifts and home furnishings, at this terrific little shop just a stone’s throw from The Rooms Up There.

TOP TO BOTTOM: The Rooms Up There. Barrel Oak Winery. Chilton House B&B.

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65 South 3rd Street, Warrenton ClairesRestaurant.com

Claire’s at the Depot offers locally-sourced and seasonallyfocused Southern-style food in what was once a train station.

If the weather is right, reserve a spot on the patio for a truly romantic time.

DRINK Black Bear Bistro

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In the spring, summer, and fall, grab a seat on the deck for a beer, glass of wine, or one of the Bistro’s creative cocktails.

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SHOP Sherrie’s Stuff

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Common problems in multi-dog households include guarding toys or food, guarding space and access to space, and becoming annoyed at an overly playful housemate. Dogs will often lash out when their tolerance has been met in order to increase space between themselves and the perceived nuisance or threat.

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Common Mistakes Here’s a simple protocol that helps with introducing your new four legged friend to the rest of your furry family members.

Exercise Together Start walking the dogs parallel to one another to minimize frustration and tension.

Walking one ahead or directly side by side may cause crowding.

Allow the dogs to ignore one another before introducing short interactions. Daily walks should be about 20-30 minutes at a time. If you have a lot of dogs, it may be a good idea to bring another handler; it is important that should there be an escalation or argument among the dogs that they can be quickly separated.

Approach: Praise and reward each dog for loose leash walking, and be sure to encourage curious and confident behavior whenever the dogs look at one another. Allow dogs brief interactions of sniffing (2-3 seconds) before calling “this way” and rewarding each dog for disengaging and following the handler.

Short interactions like this will allow the dogs to greet while practicing polite social skills.

Habituation Habituation means helping the dogs get used to one another without any hostility, frustration, or aggravation. In order for this to happen, all animals must feel safe within the household environment. Going slow and reading your dog’s body language is key in assessing stress, frustration, fear, and overstimulation.

Approach: Place two barriers, such as baby gates, between the newcomer and other dogs in the household to create a buffer with a room in between, so they are not in direct contact. Both sides are welcome to have chew toys and food dispensing toys present, to help condition positive associations and minimize antagonistic behavior. This is how the dogs should be maintained initially, unless they are crated or being exercised.

Basic Obedience Skills Once both sides have habituated to the new living arrangement, begin introducing basic skills to reinforce good behavior and impulse control. Slowly let the dogs train together so they have a solid foundation of focus and compliance when together.

Approach: Try practicing name recognition for eye contact, touch, sit, and stay commands. Allow the dogs to observe you working with the others.

Depending on your situation, you may want to introduce training exercises with one or two barriers in place to prevent crowding and competition for rewards.

Gradually Removing Barriers To start, take down one of the interior barriers so the dogs have more direct contact.

While you are nearby, you can remove all gates or pens and allow supervised play and interactions.

Approach: Introduce more obedience and manners skills. Teach an “everybody” command to help all dogs focus on the owner at the same time. Capture and reward for any positive offered behavior.

After a week of supervised free range of the house, allow dogs to co-exist without limitations. If specific issues occur, consider using the baby gates or crates to manage the behavior or situation while working on behavior modification.

If there is tension in the house, keep dogs under supervision or confined when necessary.

Rescue dogs often require an 8-12 week adjustment period before the dog’s full disposition and behavior traits are revealed.

Interactions will change as the dog becomes more comfortable with their new surroundings.

Do not take good behavior for granted, and reward and reinforce good choices as much as possible. Ensure to take your time and give the newcomer lots of space to feel safe, since transitioning too quickly can create tension and sibling rivalry in the household.

Adding a new dog to the home will exponentially increase the amount of time and work required.

Take into account that existing behavior problems and bad habits of your current dogs may be learned by the newcomer, unless addressed in the other household dogs. What may be manageable with one or two dogs may become unbearable with multiples. Think of common issues such as counter surfing, barking, and pulling, and make sure to work on them with all your dogs. ❖

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Charlotte Harvey, BSc owns and operates K9ology LLC in Warrenton where she teaches group and private training classes for pet, competition, and working dogs. She holds a Bachelors of Science with honors in Animal Management from the University of Essex with a special interest in behavior. She regularly competes with her furry family members in breed conformation, tricks, obedience, rally, and dock diving events.

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The WCS was a boarding school, and while younger students were originally included, in later years only freshman through senior classes were offered. Regular enrollment was about 40 girls, including a half-dozen or so day students from local families.

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While fraternization with local boys – including those at Warrenton’s Stuyvesant School – was discouraged, WCS students were a familiar and appreciated presence in the community with their dramatic productions that were open to the public, their charitable works, and active participation in local horse shows and fox hunts.

The WCS survived two world wars and the Great Depression, and it was only with Mlle. Bouligny’s retirement at age 84 in 1949 that the end neared. Leased to an out-of-town boys’ school operator, the school lasted only one year, and the lease to the property was cancelled.

Mlle. Bouligny put the property up for sale, and on Dec. 26, 1952, it was acquired by the U.S. Government to be used for CLOCKWISE FROM TOP, LEFT: A typical classroom in the main building, with desks, bookshelves and the teacher’s table. Music classes were conducted in this studio, which had two pianos. Participation in sports was encouraged at the WCS, as shown in this photo of a basketball game with Foxcroft School in 1946. Tinted postcard of the front of the main building of the Warrenton Country School, taken in the late 1940s showing former principal Mrs. Edna Fitch (left) and Mlle. Lea Bouligny. The Reading Room, or school library, was a place of quiet and study.

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TOP, LEFT: The Senior Cottage at the school had a spacious lounge for meetings, study, or relaxation. RIGHT, TOP: The dining room at the WCS was decorated with flowers and crockery. It was required that French be spoken at all meals.

RIGHT, CENTER: The large gymnasium, with a stage at one end for the performing arts and an overhead track, was one of the best of its day. RIGHT, BOTTOM: The stone art studio, built by William F. Hanback and his son, W.J. Hanback, was one of several outbuildings serving the school. LEFT, BOTTOM: The Garden Theater, with its stonework and terraces, was used for dramatic productions like the one shown, as well as for graduation ceremonies and other events. The grounds of the school were designed by Bradford Williams, ASLA, of Boston. LEFT (BEDROOM): A typical bedroom in the Senior Cottage, with accommodations for two students. LEFT (HORSES): Many students at the WCS became skilled horseback riders. This group was photographed departing from the main entrance for a jaunt in the country in the 1940s.

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Soon afterward, the WCS became Station A, Warrenton Training Center.

After 65 years operating within the sturdy buildings and landscaped gardens of the old school – albeit behind tall chainlink fences and imposing gates – the “walls have come down” as new construction replaces the old forever, and the WTC will truly be just a memory.

The history of the Warrenton Country School, with the focus on the faculty, students and its activities, was covered extensively in the August and September 2015 issues of Warrenton Lifestyle magazine.

These photographs were selected from over 200 prints provided by the estate of the late Virginia “Gina” Farrar Timberlake, whose mother, Katherine Bowman Farrar, was a student at the school in the 1930s, and later worked there. ❖ ABOUT THE AUTHOR Broad Run resident John Toler is the co-author of the recent Fauquier County and Town of Warrenton history books, and has contributed numerous newspaper and magazine articles focused on the history of Fauquier, Prince William and Loudoun counties.

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