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Book Recommendation: Down to the Wire by David Rosenfelt   A friend suggested novels by David Rosenfelt and Down to the Wire (2010) is the second one that I have read. These are easy to read thrillers that you can complete in a day or two. The main character in this book is Chris Turley, a report...
03/14/2015

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The wonderful colors of nature. Please visit the original blog if you wish to leave comments. We, as you undoubtedly know by now, love colors and Mother Nature continues to delight us in all her ways.  These carrots are beautiful ranging from dark burgundies to royal purple.  And on the other sid...
03/14/2015

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Gaithersburg History Photo Contest   Land grant records dating back 250 years reference the area of "Logtown," which would eventually become known as Gaithersburg. In celebration of this milestone anniversary and in conjunction with Historic Preservation Month, the City of Gaithersburg invites re...
03/14/2015

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Washington, DC Metro Area Home Prices by Jurisdiction, February, 2015   As you can tell from the following chart, there a many jurisdictions that are included in the housing statistics for the Washington, DC Metro Area. Relocation families are compelled to carefully consider the locations that wi...
03/13/2015

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Pieris Japonica is one of my favorite shrubs--it is beautiful all year long and will present different colors, or flowers for most of the year.    Please visit the original blog if you wish to leave comments. Fishhawk Lake-Gardening Tips-Deer Resistant Plants (Photo courtesy of Kenny Bowles) In s...
03/13/2015

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Did you know anyone can host a contest?  So long as it's a good idea with some meat to its bones and for the good of our community it's pretty much a go. ActiveRain Contests have been going on for years.  They promote camaraderie throughout our community, good blogging and work habits, fun as wel...
03/13/2015

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Joint Public Hearing: MedImmune Childcare Facility   On Monday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m., the Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint public hearing on a proposed new facility within the MedImmune campus. The schematic development plan includes a childcare facil...
03/13/2015

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Book Recommendation: Without Warning by David Rosenfelt   Without Warning (2014) is a thriller by bestselling author David Rosenfelt. The main character of this novel is Jake Robbins, the Chief of Police in a town in Maine. Use the links to read more about the author and his books.  Books by Davi...
03/12/2015

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De-clutter…everything! It'll make you feel better to un-pile the piles, to empty out the closets, and to finally see your countertops again. Please visit the original blog if you wish to leave comments. 1. Get rid of the beige. It’s been replaced by gray. Really. Do it. Gray isn’t going anywhere ...
03/12/2015

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Washington, DC Metro Area Housing Metrics, February, 2015   This data, provided by RealEstate Business Intelligence, will provide some real estate market insight for prospective home buyers and home sellers. All are advised to consult with a local real estate professional for data that relates to...
03/12/2015
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