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Road Trippin’
On Friday I delivered my sweet but stressed Norwegian Elkhound, Nina, to a trainer in Virginia for a much-needed behavioral boot camp. To make the most of my time sans-dog, I inaugurated my three weeks of freedom with a series of excursions to Warrenton, The Plains and Maryland's western shore. Road trips are a great way for a curious, visual or adventurous soul to satisfy his or her inner explorer. And better yet, you avoid the airport … which is like sticking hot needles in ones eye these days. With a little planning and the right companion, 2 days and 3 nights plus a few hundred miles can be just…
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Spring Fever – DC Style
I don’t think I have ever been so excited for spring. We just endured a brutal winter here in Washington and I think we’re all ready for a new season. The good news is that thanks to all that snow, spring seems to have come early to the nation’s capital. Our magnificent cherry blossoms are already blooming and this past weekend’s temps were absolutely heaven-sent. In celebration of nature’s glorious transformation, Luxe & Lucid is highlighting all things fun, fresh and flowery this week. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh … spring has arrived! H&G’s 2007 issue with Chloë Sevigny embodies the magic of spring. The stone terrace, the…
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What a Girl Wants
OK boys. It’s time to snap out of that beer-and-chips induced Superbowl fog and back into reality. That’s right. Valentine’s Day is Sunday. Am I sensing a little panic? Maybe a cold sweat? But don’t worry – I’m here to help. And I’ll let you in on a little secret. We’re not looking for diamonds or a trip to Bora Bora. What we want from you is a little effort and a bit of insight into what's important to us. It shows you care. It shows you listen. So follow the guidelines below and show the girl you love that, yes, YOU ARE THE MAN! …
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Tip deLuxe
BEATING THE WINTER BLUES It’s that time of year. Mid-winter (ugh!) And like most people, I am counting the days until spring. As a Minnesota native, however, I’ve learned to fight the urge to hibernate and boost my mood in small, simple ways. These are my top five tips for staying sane January through March. 1. HIT THE SPA Schedule a facial and a body scrub. You’ll leave feeling polished, relaxed and rejuvenated. In DC I like Hela, Karen Fisher and the spas at Lorien Hotel and Mint. In Arizona I trust my face to Lindsay at L Skincare and in Minneapolis I…
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