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t it’s regular monthly meeting on September 13, 2012, Middleburg Town Council unani- mously approved a resolution Ahonoring football legend, broad- caster, horseman, sage, and entrepreneur Sam Huff as an “Ambassador for the Town of Middleburg.” A native of the coal min- ing town of Edna Gas, WV, Huff became an all-state high-school football player. As a college player he helped take West Vir- ginia University to the 1954 Sugar Bowl and to a combined Betsy Davis and Sam Huff four-year 31-7 won/loss record. including former Town Council In 1955 he was named an All- Member Eura Lewis, Council ap- American. proved rate increases designed to Drafted in the 3rd round of boost revenues from the Town’s the NFL draft he played for the water and sewer operations by New York Giants from 1956- some 6%. 1963. Wildly popular, he was the The increases will be re- first NFL player to make the cov- viewed in early 2013. er of Time magazine. When the The town has hired an out- Giants traded him to the Redskins side consultant, the Municipal & in 1964, the story was front page Financial Services Group, to help news in the New York Times. develop rates for a new, every- He played for the Redskins other-month billing system which from 1964 to 1968, retired be- should help with collections of cause of a serious ankle injury, money due. and then returned to the game for Another factor affecting one more year at the request of rates will be the impact of water then Redskins head coach Vince and sewer use after the much an- Lombardi. ticipated opening of the Salaman- He is a member of both the der Inn and Spa. college and NFL football halls of fame. Snakes After retiring from the game Huff began a long and success- Council member Bundles ful career as a radio commenta- Murdock expressed concern at re- tor, first with the Giants, and then ports that the exterminator hired with the Redskins. to rid the Town’s Health Center He is credited with making Building of nesting snakes had the West Virginia Breeders’ Clas- been seen releasing them close to sic one of the premier events on town. the racing calendar. Police Chief A.J. Panebi- In 1986 he began breed- anco, whose headquarters are ing thoroughbreds of his own at located in the Health Center as- his “Sporting Life Farm” near sured council that the snakes in Middleburg. question were not poisonous, that Since 2005 he has operated they had been treated humanely, Middleburg Broadcasting from and had been released in a place studios in his home on the east that was both appropriate, and far end of town. enough away from town to pre- Praised for his ongoing de- vent their return. votion to the town, his support of our local schools and non-profit Grass organizations, and his never-fail- ing promotion of all that makes Council also adopted a new Middleburg his home of choice, ordinance that would allow the Huff’s “ambassadorship” resolu- town to remove debris and cut tion passed unanimously. grass and weeds on private prop- erty and charge the owner for the Water and Sewer Continued Page 24 Teddy Mulligan’s horse,Page Liverpool 4 Gloves, ridden by Rates Rise Willie McCarthy from the Blue Ridge Races at Woodley Despite expres- Farm on 9-22-2012. Neither horse nor rider were injured sions of concern by

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Business Directory: Page 15 • Friends for Life: Page 26 9/27/12 Thursday by homes in Request PRST STD PRST Page 2 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Page 3 News of Note iddleburg P.O. Box 1768 M Middleburg, VA 20118 Hugh-ville- A State of Heart 540-687-3200 fax 866-705-7643 Bill Couzens know how to process or even under- Carter and Erica, up to their knees in eal state www.mbecc.com stand how his heroic parents could mud moving rock and brick. Erica with r e 540.687.6321 [email protected] ugh-ville may sound as if its a negotiate the situation, the pain the ag- a cheery “hello darling” and Carter who place that lept off the pages of ony and loss of such magnitude. Adults would look to me to report than next Cover Photo by a Dr. Seuss story. It did not. openly wept in the grocery store, post mechanical challenge initially looking Quietly Serving Our Clients Since 1943 For Hugh-ville is not a office and on the streets of our town. It to me as if I had an answer but then to Liz Caller place but rather a state of heart. was the kind of grief that socked you in only realize its Bill the blogger he is HIn my rural Virginia community the gut and knocked your breath away. talking to and then you could see the we had a little boy by the name of Hugh The loss of Hugh,was the com- flash of brilliance behind Carters eyes Editor In Chief as if to say ‘why am I telling him?’ Erica Wiley, Treavor Lord, Carter Dee Dee Hubbard ~ [email protected] Wiley who fought a courageous battle munity’s loss, a loss that was far reach- against lymphoma. Hugh died last year. ing however manifested itself in a very When the Wiley’s were not Wiley Design & Production Director Hugh was a first grader at Hill positive way. moving rock they were leading the School playground with the intention Jay Hubbard School in Middleburg, Virginia where Soon after Hugh’s death do- charge on landscaping, building and he was known for his insightful wis- nations soon started trickling to Hill assembling play equipment- it was like of walking in my bare feet on the turf. Publisher dom, good-natured sense of humor, his School, Middleburg Virginia. watching machines. Not a lot of chit However, when I got there I ran into Dan Morrow love of friends and of the playground. Carter this last spring had said chat just non -stop work from people Head Master Treavor Lord, and others Hugh started playing polo at age “When we asked that donations be giv- who knew they were building more were on the playground as well includ- Copyright © 2012 All rights reserved. No ing 5th grade teacher John Daum and part of Middleburg Eccentric may be repro- 4; he was an accomplished and avid en to the Hill School in lieu of flowers, than a playground… they were build- duced without written permission of the Ec- ing something much bigger and greater his family testing out the new swing Keyser rd, Hume: expert renovation w/high-end finishes & crafts- reeK IdGe ane IddleburG eautiful nspired olonial set fisherman, golfer, skier, swimmer, bird we had no idea about where to put those 35249 c r l – m -b i c mIddleburG corPorate center* *oWner Wants centric LLC. Middleburg Eccentric is not hunter and poker player who shared funds to work. It slowly came to us that than themselves… they were building a sets. Manship. pool w/poolhouse, 5ac lake, stone hardscape, gourMet kitch, on +/- 25 acres - custoM buildt 6 bedroo M and 5.5 bath custoM hoMe with renters or buyers! Large CommC’L BLdg in HistoriC middLe- responsible for unsolicited manuscripts or In disbelief we all kind of looked great flow.2br 2ba guesthouse, centre aisle 8 stall stable, riding artwork. Middleburg Eccentric reserves the his love of these sports with his father putting them to work in the playground place that cancer could not touch. views to the blue ridge Mountains. unfinished apartMent above the ga- burg. great layout: 3 lvls, 14**private/seMi- private offices+3 open of- around as if we were all dropped in the ring, great ride-out. 128.8 ac in 3 parcels; the 50.3 ac parcel May be right to accept or reject any and all copy. Carter, big brother, James Langhorne would be fitting and appropriate: the Just the other day in the final rage. fullyMfinished walkout baseMent. goose greek frontage. fiCes, 1 kitCHenette, 1 fuLL kitCH., din.rm., 2 BatHs w/sHowers,+4 add’L purchased separately. Middleburg Eccentric is published monthly and friends. playground was where Hugh was hap- stretch of the playground project, a tired middle of a magical playground… and baths. 18 pkg. spa ces convey!also for lease (lo7781098). brInG on the 4th Thursday by Middleburg Eccen- Hugh enjoyed precious, quiet piest — it was where he could be a little looking Carter was there wearing a pair we were. oFFers! Mls#lo7931123 tric LLC. Circulation to Clarke, Fauquier, of shorts with pirates embroidered on After dark, I went back to the scott buzzellI 540-454-1399 $1,595,000 Loudoun & Prince William Counties. moments reading with his mother Eri- boy. We hope that this playground will We are pledged to the letter and spirit of them, when I made note of the shorts playground when I was sure all were GeorGe roll 703-606-6358 $3,990,000 Peter PejacsevIcH 540-270-3835 PatrIcIa burns 540-454-6723 $1,250,000 ca; and, yet, he relished leading fellow do the same for all children in our com- Virginia’s policy for achieving equal housing 6-year olds through imaginary battles, munity. as only Carter could say in his Virginian gone. I kicked off my shoes and was opportunity throughout the Commonwealth. before facing a real battle of his own. “We continue to be moved by gentleman accent “thank you Bill my mindful to listen to my heart as I made We encourage and support advertising and my first step on the turf. Holding my marketing programs in which there are no I never saw a boy with such support in all forms: people have been mother brought these for me”. barriers to obtain housing because of race, energy. And maybe a better word for — and continue to be — very generous Carter, a former Virginia Tech breath as my foot made contact with the color, religion, national origin, sex, elderli- Hugh was charismatic he equally had with financial and professional service football player, stood in his bare fee new field it instantly felt like happiness. ness, familial status or handicap. Relief. All real estate advertised herein is a compelling charm… he was magical contributions…from individuals, corpo- with mud to his knees, shirt untucked subject to Virginia’s fair housing law which and special. rations, and communities near and far.” and tossed hair that may have been bed It felt like sheer joy . makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, Not just a sweet boy but rather Well, now the time is here and the head from the day before said”… come It felt like Hugh-ville. limitation or discrimination because of race, more of force. playground is complete. on Bill, I want you to walk on the turf No, cancer can’t break love and it color, religion, national origin, sex, elderli- sure can’t touch Hugh-ville. ness, familial status, handicap or intention At his funeral, friend and Less I fondly refer to the new Hill field (mini soccer field) that has been in- to make any such preferences, limitation or Cancer board member Stormy Stokes School playground as Hugh-ville, corporated into the playground). it feels If you would like to support this discrimination.” Hood had said Hugh had smelt like sun- not because of the state of the art play great come on.” project, please click here and note that The newspaper will not knowingly ac- the gift is for Hugh’s playground fund cept advertising for real estate that violates shine and dirt when talking about Hugh. ground, but rather of the state of heart I was hesitant because the mo- the fair housing law. Our readers are hereby And he did. of the community and the many lives ment felt so sacred, these people were or contact Treavor Lord at The Hill informed that all dwellings advertised in this Hugh touched. The love that is so evi- doing bigger work than met the eye. School. newspaper are available on equal opportunity Hugh was a breath of outdoors, Pot House Road –MiddlebuRg don’t Miss out on tHis unique 3 bR, ebenezer rd – bluemont - the look & feel of old with all of the ParIs vIeW, vIllaGe oF ParIs, va. charMing c. 1889 farM house he was the wind, the sun and yes dirt dent upon a visit to this special play- Secretly. I was afraid to walk on If giving at this time is not con- basis. For more information or to file a hous- venient for you, the Wileys ask that 2.5 batH Home In a story booK setting. private fenced 3 acres features Modern benefits. custoM built log & stone hoMe include 2 separate with nuMerous upgrades and Modern additions. 3 bdrMs, 2.5 bath- ing complaint call the Virginia Fair Housing all wrapped up in one. He was as big as ground. that turf -I was afraid I might feel too brick walk ways, inground pool, a hidden firepit and Mature hard- lots--More acreage available. covered front & side porch. stone rooMs, backing to hundreds of acres of protected land. enjoy Mil- office at (804) 367-8530. Toll free call (888) nature in his very young and brief life. This summer was a record break- much. I was afraid it would feel like you make a point of spending time on woods. if you are looking for a hoMe with charM and personality—this patio & stone walls. 3 stone fireplaces. finished space above 3 car lion dollar views froM walls of windows, patios, porches. huge shed, 551-3247. For the hearing impaired call (804) I knew Hugh. er for heat- the only time a breeze blew countless tears and loss. a playground with a child you love in is it garage would Make excellent guest house. Mba feature a cooper 367-9753. Email: [email protected]. ! gardens, generator. owner Motivated-bring offers! Mls# I waited to walk on that turf. honor of Hugh–or better yet simply lined claw foot tub & hidden shower stall. reclaiMed randoM width gov Web site: www.fairhousing.vipnet.org I know Hugh’s family and I love was when tornado winds would come fQ7787883 them. through with a storm. Yet anytime I This evening, anticipating I come spend time on the Hill School wood flooring. pond. spring house...this is playground. a great find! When Hugh died I did not quite stopped by the playground I would see would be alone, I went to the Hill marcy cantatore 540-533-7453 $795,000 marcy cantatore 540-533-7453 $775,000 PatrIcIa burns 540-454-6723 $625,000 P r o P e rt i e s i n H u n t C o u n t ry FoaLSFieLd 11 S. madiSoN StReet PaNtheRSkiN FaRm CedaR moUNtaiN

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Information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed. www.mbecc.com www.mbecc.com Page 4 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Page 5 News of Note The New Agrarians Her Father’s Farm Looms Large in Dielle Fleischmann’s Memory at Over the Grass Farm ilking cows by the time she responds, “…Our standards are, New Zealand style rotational grazing elle’s father died very young of rescue.” she was four, Dielle in some ways, more stringent than system in which animals are moved cancer, she began to reflect on what “We have about 20 children Fleischmann grew up those of those of certified organic.” regularly through a series of small could have been the cause. every week for riding lessons,” Lacy learning to love farm- Talking in the busy farm of- paddocks throughout the grazing “His death made me wonder explains, “and we have a few Nokota ing. Her father ran his farm to take fice with the elegant woman who is season. what could have caused the cancer, horses that are absolutely wonder- Mcare of the land, and she believes regarded by many as a living treasure “We were very lucky to em- and I began to focus on the chemi- ful.” in and works hard to maintain that in The Piedmont area, it is clear that ploy a wonderful woman and friend, cals that had become so prevalent in Nokota horses are believed to legacy. she lives a life of stewardship of the Hope Yankey, who helped us get our our food. Today, OTGF vegetables descend from Sitting Bull’s herd, a “At first, after I purchased land. herd started here. Although she now are of high quality and the cows and breed that Dielle’s son Charles and Over the Grass Farm in 1979, I sim- Farming was a self-sufficient lives in West Virginia, she comes sheep are always grass fed. Our his wife, Blair, have established the ply wanted to raise crops and ani- endeavor on Dielle’s father’s farm. back to supervise the sheep several standards are very high and we con- Nokota Horse Conservancy to pro- mals for my family and our guests. “We had beef and dairy cattle, times a year.” stantly strive to meet them.” tect. The Nokota Horse Conservan- But soon, when friends who had hogs, chickens, vegetables, fruit and After the 250 OTGF sheep are If the definition of a work- cy maintains a large herd of Nokotas dined with us and taken a few things a complete staff of carpenters, elec- shorn, the raw wool is sold. When ing farm means a self-sufficient in Linton, North Dakota. home, began hopefully to ask if they tricians, farm staff, a manager, stone the lambs are 18 months old, those enterprise, Deille’s Over the Grass “When they arrive from North could possibly have meat and fresh workers, mechanics and so many not kept for breeding become the Farm is a model 21st Century agrari- Dakota,” according to Lacy, “where I vegetables on a more regular basis. more,” she remembered. That was delicious lamb chops, roasts, ground an enterprise. Although it is growing choose them based on conformation, This was the beginning of the OTGF my model for Over the Grass Farm.” lamb, sausage and other products so and evolving to meet increasing de- they are completely feral. business.” Currently, there are six Jersey in demand by customers. mand, her standards remain impres- “They are very sure footed Her son, Charles, helped her cows for the OTGF cow sharing “In addition to all our wonder- sively high, and her more than con- and, although it takes us a year or turn Over the Grass Farm into a program that allows shareholders to ful beef and lamb, we have fruitful tented customers are proof of that. two to take them from wild and feral working farm. enjoy raw milk year round. In fact, gardens which produce vegetables “I could not do anything with- to fox hunters, in the end, they are “It was sort of a Potemkin Vil- when one arrive at the farm store, the and greens year round. out the help of Lacy Warner our farm exceptional hunters. “ lage and not in the best condition first thing one notices behind the big “Our orchards produce superb, manager,” she emphasizes. “In ad- Over the Grass Farm is defi- when we began. Without Charles, glass refrigerators doors are the spar- apples, figs, plums, raspberries - cur dition to making sure our custom- nitely a living example of the best of who’s now a hay broker and Whip- kling jars of milk with each owner’s rents, gooseberries. ers are well cared for and the many new agrarianism. per In to multiple hunts in South East name on them. “Phillip Ramsey of Stonleigh agricultural processes are running “When I reflect on all we’re Pennsylvania, we would have never “Our dairy is run through a Farms tends to our thirty-seven smoothly, Lacy also takes care of our doing, I must admit I am a bit sur- accomplished all that we have done.” cow-share program in which our hives. Our bees make truly delicious horses and gives riding lessons.” prised,” Dielle says. ‘Several years Today, OTGF operates on customers buy a share in a cow and honey from wild flowers. Lacy gives riding lessons to ago, we brought in a horse logger to more than 400 rolling acres with receive milk weekly. This is the only “Our staff are all wonderful,” children and adults who want to fox- care for our forest, and I wondered if pasture for cattle, sheep and horses legal arrangement to offer truly fresh, Dielle says smiling, “but I have a hunt, which she describes as a truly we should have him full time. The on more than half of it. As commit- unprocessed milk in Virginia. phobia about pigweed and no one excellent way for anyone to learn to more we can do ourselves, the better ted to preserving diversity of wildlife “After I visited New Zealand, I can ever get rid of all of it. I’m sure ride confidently cross country or in our life and the products our custom- as she is to creating plant, animal and was very impressed with their way of the men become frustrated with me the ring. ers love.” microbial diversity, the farm has five farming. The best way to learn more when I find some, pull it out and “I grew up riding before I To inquire about our products ponds and several fenced streams to about this was to invest in a farm leave it in the way!” could walk,” Dielle adds. and services or to order Over the encourage native plant growth which there. This resulted in bringing some Why are OTGF products “But at Over the Grass Farm, Grass Farm products, please visit the protect it from grazing stock. New Zealand Coopworth sheep to so prized by highly discriminating Lacy is in charge of the horses. That website www.overthegrassfarm.net. Asked if OTGF products are Over the Grass Farm. shoppers in The Piedmont? includes boarding, training, horses certified organic, Dielle laughs as “All our pastures are set up in a Perhaps, because when Di- for sale or lease, lessons, rehab and

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No Federal or State agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. www.mbecc.com www.mbecc.com Page 6 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Page 7 News of Note Goodstone Inn & Restaurant announces Keith & Pam Foster Open The Outpost opening of The Bar at Goodstone Middleburg’s Fascinating New Shop oodstone Inn & carvings set in the cabinetry. guests at the bar. welve years ago, Pam chase a farm in Kentucky instead erty they saw turned out to be the bench-made leather club chairs individuals who await someone Restaurant in The Bar at Goodstone’s “We are delighted to an- and Keith Foster came and held events in their restored perfect fit. Cricket organized the that would be comfortably at else’s purchasing decision. We Middleburg, Vir- menu includes fine wines, nounce the opening of The Bar to Middleburg and they tobacco barn to offer exceptional purchase and then found a won- home at Windsor Castle to au- want to make sure they have a ginia has announced beer on tap, martinis, wine at Goodstone,” said Goodstone loved it. furniture and decorative pieces derful site for their new retail thentic antique British campaign great place to relax while those At the time, they were liv- reflective of the English Country venture, “The Outpost,” on the furniture, African wildlife pho- decisions are being made.” that they will open The Bar at cocktails and specialty drinks. owner and General Manager Ting in St. Louis where Keith House and Out of Africa styles shady side of Madison Street. tography, art and sporting an- Keith’s golf design office is GGoodstone on Thursday, Octo- A Goodstone Mojito will fea- Mark Betts. “We’re excited to had based his golf course design they love. The charming young couple tiques, this is a perfect shop for located in the back of the build- ber 11. Located in the country ture farm mint grown in the expand our offerings of wine business. They contacted Cricket They returned to has created an elegant, individu- discriminating customers. ing and he is booked for several inn’s Carriage House, the new estate’s gardens — bringing and specialty drinks and we Bedford and asked her to look for Middleburg to celebrate last alistic atmosphere at The Outpost “I’ve always wanted to pur- years in advance at top level pri- full-service bar with a bar area the award-winning restau- look forward to hosting our a property for them. After view- Thanksgiving at The Goodstone, that is sure to capture the imagi- chase and offer cool things in an vate clubs where renovating the that features hunt-country de- rant’s renowned farm-to- table Hunt Country Happy Hours in ing many properties that weren’t and decided to try one more time nation and fascination of shop- exceptional environment,” Keith course must exceed the expecta- cor with solid cherry wood, emphasis to the new bar menu. this new, inviting setting.” quite right, they decided to pur- to find a home here. The last prop- pers near and far. From beautiful explains, and so many interesting tions of its members. plush leather seating, cock- A seasonal, light-fare The five-star Goodstone and delightful people have visited “Each year I am fortunate tailGoodstone tables Sept.and Adexquisite Middleb. horseEcc. _Layout menu 1 8/31/12 will also9:53 PMbe available Page 1 for Inn & Restaurant is a roman- the shop during our first week of to work at three distinguished being open.” clubs, and my goal at each one is Creighton Farms Invitational “Everything we offer is to carefully execute the restora- TripAdvisor: “2012 Certificate of Excellence” • Wine Enthusiast Magazine: “100 Best Wine Restaurants 2012” hand-chosen by either Pam or tion work in a seamless fashion.” tic country inn and French me. We want to offer things that The shop is a dream come OpenTable: “100 Best Restaurants in the USA 2011” • Condé Nast Johansens: “Most Excellent Inn North America 2011” restaurant in the heart of Vir- Hosted by Jack Nicklaus a Hole in One you won’t see anywhere else- true for both Pam and Keith be- ginia’s wine and hunt country. since 1870. Children’s National is things that have a history and a cause it allows them to travel to- The luxury country inn offers consistently ranked among the top story behind them.” gether on buying trips for at least Celebrate the Beauty of Autumn eighteen elegantly decorated pediatric hospitals by U.S. News “We carry only what we a month each year. guest rooms and suites in six & World Report and the Leapfrog love and what we would have “The shop is so important at Goodstone Inn & Restaurant individual residences restored Group. It is the only exclusive in our home” added Pam, whose to us,” Keith continues. “I’m in English and French Country provider of acute pediatric care in taste and attention to detail is ap- traveling extensively for four Join us for the finest in French Country cuisine parent wall to wall. months each year with my golf at our award-winning, farm-to-table restaurant. decor. the Washington metropolitan area. Drawing inspiration Inova Children’s Hospital Customers, clients and projects, but then Pam and I can (formerly Inova Fairfax Hospi- friends will also enjoy the ex- work together here and it is a lot Corporate Meetings • Elegant Weddings • Special Events from its location on 265 acres ceptional hospitality at The Out- of fun for us both.” of rolling hills and farmland in tal for Children) is a 186-bed, full-service children’s hospital post. In a private room that is Soon, they leave for their Middleburg, The Restaurant at devoted to the healthcare of in- as welcoming and comfortable next trip, which will include Af- THE GOODSTONE SPA: Goodstone provides its guests as a library in a fine home, you rica, Turkey and England and the Enjoy total relaxation with a massage or facial. fants, children and adolescents in with an unparalleled fine din- the Northern Virginia area. More will find the perfect place to re- treasures they find will then make Visit www.goodstone.com for our full spa menu. ing experience. Larry Brown, Mark Mosely, Jack Nicklaus than 400 board-certified pediatri- lax and have a drink while your their way to The Outpost. For more information, cians, family practice physicians better half is being measured for Please visit The Outpost at please telephone Goodstone r. Tony Aram, Bob funds raised to specific projects. and pediatric specialists provide his blazer by Mark at Highcliffe 6 South Madison Street, or, if you Inn & Restaurant at (540) Reeve, George Van Tas- Children’s National Medi- care in the hospital’s technologi- Clothiers or while she is deciding prefer, telephone 540 687 4094 687-3333. sell and Larry Brown cal Center in Washington, DC, has cally advanced, yet child-friendly on the perfect bracelet with Tom for an appointment. won the inaugural been serving the nation’s children environment. Hayes. “Shopping can be tiring for WWW.GOODSTONE.COM Creighton Farms Invitational Golf DTournament Hosted by Jack Nick- 36205 SNAKE HILL ROAD, MIDDLEBURG, VA 20117 laus last week at Creighton Farms Please call 540.687.3333 to reserve your place at our table. 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One morn- for 10 minutes, trotting when did. ran out the door with him 13 year old Autumn House only the experience can explain how A Survivor’s Story ing while running errands she trotted and taking all the Early on in my chemo- but I knew in my heart of of Warrenton, is a volunteer Puppy energetic, funny, and playful they • Landscape Stone I passed a pet shop and fences she did. therapy I went outside with hearts that if I had done that Raiser for Canine Companions for can be. They are non-stop. Then Flagstone ancer is scary, but an apricot poodle puppy When I was told I had him and he had a seizure of it would have been for me Independence. The non-profit orga- when they get tired, they just crash • it is a kind of out- climbed over the backs of all breast cancer it was like some sort. Panicked I called and not for him. nization provides Assistance Dogs somewhere. They can be very over- • Brick of-body scary. My the other puppies and threw entering into a new world. my family and said you pray Today I have two poo- for children and adults with dis- whelming at times, but then as they abilities…all at no cost to the indi- get older, you begin to realize your • Retaining Walls body went through itself repeatedly against the There were only two times for this dog right now; I can’t dles, four Jack Russell Ter- vidual. This incredible work would work is paying off. Locksley has a lot but my mind always window as if to say “choose that I teared up. The first was lose him now. riers, and a Hunt Terrier. not be possible without volunteers become my best friend and I enjoy • Pavers Csaw it from afar and as if it me, choose me.” after my careful research and God heard and Mikey None of them could ever be like Autumn, who will return Lock- every day I have with him. Firepits/Fireplaces was happening to someone With the dream and all deciding which treatments I stayed by my side for two Mikey but each is special in sley to CCI in another year. The With Locksley being • else who happened to look what could I do? I walked might do and which I defi- more years completing eight its own spectacular way and dog will undergo six more months of only five months old, he hasn’t yet Trex® Decking like me – until I lost my hair, home with a puppy under nitely wouldn’t do, and hear- more months of treatments they will all mark the start intensive training before he begins experienced any major public out- • and then it didn’t even look one arm and a bag of food ing from my Doctor that, be- and cheering me on as I got of Breast Cancer Awareness his life of service to someone whose ings. However, I am preparing him • Pergolas like me. twice as big as he was under cause I was stage three, I had back on my feet again. Over Month by joining hundreds life will be changed immeasurably. for what is coming up and I know For more information on becoming that he will do just fine. I am very Mulch Your friends and family the other. to do them all. those two years he had lost of other survivors, family, • Upperville: 9183 John S. Mosby Highway • 540-592-3033 are concerned for you. Michel, Mikey when The second was when his hearing and sight but still and friends in the sixth annu- a Puppy Raiser, contact cci.org proud of him and all the things he’s learned. Some commands he can Winchester: 1040 Martinsburg Pike •540-667-1261 Your dog comforts you. we moved back to the states, my hair started falling out followed me everywhere. al Cherry Blossom Nanette’s y family and I were first in- pick up in a day, though with oth- I had dogs growing up never left my side no matter and I went to have my head One day he stopped eating Walk, Fun Run and Pooch troduced to Canine Com- ers it seems like it takes forever for www.frederickblock.com but chose a career that kept what I was doing. He was shaved. As each lock fell so and I held him and looked Prance for Breast Cancer. panions for Independence him to learn. It is hard to imagine me traveling. I had a cat that known in Hewlett Packard did a tear. I told the hair- in his eyes and knew it was I will have them dressed Mthrough a newspaper article in the a day without Locksley by my side, scolded me for being gone so offices in every country, ex- dresser I had a cold. I was time for me to be the strong in pink, ready to win the Middleburg Eccentric. It advertised but I know that about a year from much but looked after herself cept the ones that had quar- strong for the Doctor. I was one. Pink Pooch contest, as they an upcoming meeting that explained now I will have to turn him in and with a little help from the pet antine or served dogs for strong for my family. I was As I held him on my lap did three years ago when the organization and what it was he will become a new companion sitter while I was gone. dinner. strong for my friends. Only in the Vets office I felt his Barbara Sharp designed pink about. We were interested, and de- for someone who needs him more Finally after being dog- When I made the switch with my dog could I be tired, little body relax entirely and outfits for them. cided to attend the meeting and learn than I do. This experience has taught Raise a less for 20 years I took a job from Hunter Jumper to hurt, scared, bald me. his head went down on my The fundraiser for lo- about CCI. After hearing about the me to not give up and if you work process and what you had to do, we at something hard enough it can in France. Dogs were ev- Eventing he went with me to Mikey was 16 years old shoulder. It was then that I cal women will start be- knew we had to raise a puppy! The change someone’s life for the better. erywhere you looked. The my first training session and by then but still refused to realized how hard this little hind the Middleburg Bank only problem: How could we possi- About Canine Compan- Dog, French have a favorite say- sat patiently by the ring. I leave my side. After triage I guy had worked to comfort in Middleburg. Registration bly raise a puppy for 18 months and ions for Independence: Canine ing that literally translated hadn’t seen him for a while would come home and sleep me and cheer me on in my opens at 11:00 with the rib- Companions for Independence is then give it back? After we’d had a means dogs are true; man- and asked my trainer if she for hours and there was that own struggle, overcoming bon cutting at 1 pm. Please chance to think about how raising a the largest non-profit provider of OPEN HOUSE kind is false. knew where he was and she warm furry little face next to his own age and failing body go to www.cherryblossom- puppy would change a person’s life, trained assistance dogs with five WEDNESDAY, I kept running into fas- said she had never seen any- mine like a living, breathing to do so. It was the hardest breatcancerfoundation.org we knew we had to do it! regional training centers across the Change cinating apricot poodles. I thing like it, he had been fol- teddy bear, sleeping while I thing I ever did and once I to register. When we first talked to country. Established in 1975, Ca- OCTOBER 17th Katrina, the puppy raiser coordina- nine Companions provides highly 6 - 8PM tor for CCI, she told us all about trained assistance dogs to children Locksley and what we would expect and adults with disabilities and is a Life. as puppy raisers. We couldn’t help recognized worldwide for the excel- but immediately go out and buy all lence of its dogs, and quality and Interested in giving back to theY community and making a dramatic difference in someone’s the supplies we needed. We were so longevity of the matches it makes life? Canine Companions for Independence, a national non-profit organization that trains excited! Before we knew it we were between dogs and people. There is Tremendous opporTuniTies! on our way to New York to pick up no charge for the dog, its training assistance dogs for people with disabilities is looking for volunteer puppy raisers to shape Locksley. and on-going follow-up services. young, curious pups into enthusiastic and responsive adult dogs, ready to meet the challenges MARIAH FARM LUMAR FARMS GRAHAM FARM SWAN POND MANOR To tell you the truth, noth- For more information, visit cci.org of becoming assistance dogs. ing could have prepared us for the or call 1-800-572-BARK. JOIN US Wednesday, October 17th, to learn about Canine Companions for Independence Puppy Raising Program and how you can become involved. Meet local puppy raisers & observe training class. Location: American Legion Building, 111 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA 20118 Need a Dental Crown? Now you have a choice….. For more information visit cci.org or call 1-800-572-BARK(2275)

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Animal Rescue Fund Calls for 2012 Grant Applications Get Lost in Middleburg.... he Animal Rescue Fund Blue Ridge Wildlife Center for “We are all good friends overwhelmed that without help, Richards added, “ARF is an all- ( ARF ) invites Virginia- food and medical supplies; The and volunteers who share the these beloved pets would be eu- volunteer organization without Discover the many business secrets based animal 501-c3 Fauquier SPCA, Inc. for an same objective which, of course, thanized. This year’s first fun- staff or facilities. Our mission is rescue organizations to oxygen generator; The Equine is to help animals. We realize draising event “Dog Fest” was to raise money. We have, there- and services there are to be Found submit their 2012 grant requests. Rescue league Foundation for that these organizations are of- such a smash hit that it will be- fore, carefully chosen these three TPlease go to the ARF web- vet and medical expenses; and ten overwhelmed having to raise come an annual event. annual events to help us reach site www.arfrescueva.org, to Cause Fur Paws to sterilize and funds as well as care for animals. “In October, our annual our goal. In May, Dog Fest is a Scavenger Hunt Registration is Free complete and submit the appli- vaccinate feral cats. We do only one thing. We raise STAG event, “Animal Night” seasonal, fun event for families cation form. “Last year’s ARF grants money to help them do their job. will take place at the wonderful with or without children and Location: The Pink Box Visitor Center Last year 13 Virginia- totaled over $70,000. Our goal “The response has been and historic St. Bride’s Farm in dogs that takes place on a 150 th based organizations were this year is to be able to provide overwhelming. This was a niche Upperville. acre farm in Delaplane. Animal 12 N. Madison Street, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Oct. 27 . awarded grants ranging from $100K to deserving charities. that needed to be filled. “Our annul Estate Sale that Night is a men’s dinner, by invi- Children must be accompanied by adults. $2,000 to $8,000 according to Our Board Members are dedi- “As the economy is creat- takes place at Buchanan Hall in tation only, and our annual Es- their requested need. The 2011 cated, focused and hard- work- ing hardship for so many fami- Upperville will once again take tate Sale has become a not-to-be grants included The Middleburg ing,” said Vice-President, Ursula lies, they are often forced to place in November, the week- missed occasion for one and all Dining Coupon Humane Foundation for phar- Landsrath. “We feel confident surrender their beloved pets to end before Thanksgiving”. before the holidays. maceuticals and vaccines; The that we will reach this goal. shelters. These shelters are so ARF President Jennifer “Last year our Estate Sale Receive valuable coupons for Middleburg restaurant included items from one dollar specials just for registering. to a $22,000 full length mink coat which sold for just $800. This year’s treasures will include Prizes* Saving the Best to Last a lady’s Rolex watch, as well as Louis Vuitton luggage and a Participants turning in completed scavenger hunt cards hand bag. on the 27th will be entered into the drawing for the grand Scavenger Hunt “We are very aware that we depend on the generosity of prize and other valuable coupons and goodies. th our families, friends, neighbors Saturday, October 27 and kind-hearted contributors. That’s why we take every op- *No need to be present to win. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Rain or Shine portunity to say thank you for helping us care for those without SponSored by your a voice”. Middleburg buSineSS & profeSSional aSSociation Grand Prize: To learn more about ARF A Middleburg basket of goodies and or to download a Grant Appli- www.ViSitMiddleburgVa.coM cation Form, please visit www. or like uS on facebook coupons worth over $300 Sixty-ninth Annual v October 5, 6 & 7, 2012 v 10am–5pm arfrescueva.org.

155 of the Best American Craftsmen Historic Homes on Tour As of October 1, 2012 Fine Art & Photography the Law Office of Civil War Sesquicentennial Reenactments Brown & Brown Music Everywhere is moving to including nationally recognized performers 101 North Jay Street Fauquier Health is pleased to The Seldom Scene! Middleburg, Virginia Quilt by Kathie Ratcliffe Detail of angel from a painting by Susan Daul welcome our Five Homes on tour each day po box, email, and Dr. Kip Dorsey Dr. William Cloud phone stay the same. new surgeons. Meet Dr. Kip Dorsey and Dr. William Cloud. They’re surgeons with the skill to repair the human body. And the empathy to Wine Tastings with soothe the human heart. Which means they can make you local wineries (fee additional) feel welcome, too. Learn more about them at fhdoctors.org. Sample Loudoun County wines at 7915 Lake Manassas Drive • Gainesville, VA • 703-743-7300 • fhdoctors.org the Schooley Mill Barn area. Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Care.

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Tickets and information available online or by phone 540-882-3018 www.waterfordfoundation.org www.mbecc.com www.mbecc.com Page 14 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Page 15 News of Note for advertising information call 540.687.3200 Scarecrow Days in The Plains Battle of Antietam Leather Repair Horse Shows Horse for Sale Fitness & Health National Park Service Historian Dennis Frye FOR SALE he Plains Second Annual Gallery and Youngblood Art Stu- begin at 4:00 PM. will Speak and Lead Field Trip on the 1862 2006 16H TB/Belgian Cross. Village Scarecrow Days dio. Judging for the first three Maryland Campaign. Flashy Chestnut Mare with Festival will take place A ‘Children’s Art Show’ categories mentioned above will Lovely Movement. Dressage, throughout the village will be on display from Oct. be done by two very creative peo- Summer Show Series from October 13 through October 17th through 27th at Youngblood ple, Tom Switzer and Kim Tapper Hunters ~ 6 pm Hunter, Eventing. Intelligent and T27, 2012. Studio. of ‘A Place To Be’ in Middleburg. “Wednesday nights under the lights” Talented. Meeting the Needs of the Whole Person. . . Body, Mind, and Spirit. Many town residences and On October 20th Forlano’s The fourth category, the June 13th, 20th, 27th See “Uluru” on DreamHorse. Private and group classes at your July 11th, 18 and 25 home or Bluemont Studio. businesses will feature their own Market will host a ‘Make Your People’s Choice, will be awarded com. ID# 1806784. creative spin on a scarecrow and Own Jack-o-Lantern’ event, in from votes by the public. Ballots Jumpers ~ 9 am Specializing in equestrians. FREE In-Home Needs Assessment Patti (C) (302) 258-5350 Featured in US Eventing Magazine. be eligible for prizes in four cat- conjunction with their October- will be available at Crest Hill An- June 23rd, july 21st www.CleansingWater.com egories; the Funniest, the Scariest, festt celebration, and Cochran tiques & Tea Room, Live An Art- Sept. 22, and Oct. 13 & 14 (H) (410) 364-3008 Brandy Greenwell • 540-974-7791 30 Main Street, Suite 234 • Warrenton, VA 20186 (540) 341-0212 • (866) 294-4665 • Fax (540) 341-8477 the Most Creative and the People’s Lodge will sponsor a Blood Drive ful Life® Gallery, Peyton’s Place Middleburg, VA 20118 • Office: 540-687-5255 $10,000. www.corecurriculumpilates.com Choice. In order to be judged, the and tour of the Lodge. and ZigZag Gallery on Main scarecrows must be visible from Scare Crow events will cul- Street, starting October 13. The Landscaping Catering Mortgages Embroidery Printing the street and be in place by Oc- minate on October 27th with a public is encouraged to tour the “I’ve been making tober 13. Costume Party at Dutch Henry’s village and vote for their favorite. Campos MIDDLEBURG PRINTERS A new feature this year will Farmacy and an awards ceremony For additional informa- Landscaping 1-of-a-kind home loans Your Hometown Professionals

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O C • B S G Copy Services Middleburg, VA 20117 A gutter Cleaning • pOwer waShing G E Custom Embroidery for all your Digital Black & White • Laser Color 540-687-3154 Direct from Computer [email protected] business and personal needs Wondering what our independent college 540.398.6540 540-687-5710 • Fax 540-687-3821 540-592-9599 [email protected] Sharpsburg, Maryland, September 1862. General James Longstreet holds 540.671.3847 Weddings · Receptions HOLLY HOOPES www.stellaandbean.com prep school can do for your teenager? the horses of his staff while they replace the wounded battery and Anniversaries · Parties · Tailgates Call me! 540-338-2223 • Mobile: 703-409-2600 The Piedmont Building • 5 E. 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Special orders, author signings, st, Middleburg, VA SHINGLES • RUBBER • GUTTER book clubs & more. !Wed. Oct. 31 6 - 9 p.m. the Confederate invasion of The bus is expected to be 540 687-6620 Maryland in 1862, and pub- back in Leesburg around 3:30 Hours: Mon~Sat 10 to 6, Sun 12 to 5 !Pets & Costumes Welcome 540.722.6071 8 East Federal St., Middleburg, VA www.Patina-Shop.com 100 EAST WASHINGTON STREET 540.664.0881 lic reaction to what, at the pm. 540-687-7016 !Free Party, Hors d’oeuvres time was seen one of the most Tickets for the talk and 540.687.8898 [email protected] [email protected] w w w u n t e r s e a d av e r n c o m shocking events in American wine/cheese reception at Hill .H H t . www.virginiaproroofing.com history. School are $45 for MHAA Iron Work For Rent Roofing Electricians Septic On Saturday, October members and $55 for non- Families in eight counties can tell 20 Frye will then lead a field members. In Middleburg!!! 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Please call (540) $150 540.664.0881 RON EMBREY 540-974-3944 student personally itself. 687-6681 or visit the Mosby Call 540-687-8040 [email protected] Cell: 703-606-0372 The field trip will begin Heritage Areas Association www.virginiaproroofing.com Office: 540-554-8706 n 100% college acceptance rate includes such top- at 8:30 a.m. on the 20th, at the website at www.mosbyher- Construction Wine Tasting Music Lessons Gold/Silver Pets & Grooming tier schools as Cornell, Dartmouth, UC Berkeley, Loudoun County courthouse itagearea.org and UVA tique Dog Sa Bou lon n Dual Enrollment & AP classes mean many students Middleburg’s Southern REGISTER NOW! Montéz Private Music Lessons & graduate with college credits MELMORE, INC. Classes available for all ages States celebrates since 1982 Got Wine? n A remarkable 77% of faculty hold advanced Historic Restoration, BUY Wally is always tasting at Convenient locations in their re-opening Design & Custom Building degrees The Aldie Peddler! 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Robert and Joan Ramsay Joe Muldoon III and Jacqueline B. Mars Caroline Polhemus, Martha Laffaye

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90% of our grant monies are directed locally to help our wives, daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Sean McGuinness mothers, sisters, aunts, grandmothers, Neighbors You Can Bank On. The Washburn Family cousins, and friends! Dennis J. Amato, Ph.D., Joe Muldoon III, F. Turner Reuter, Jr., Michael Scott Abeel, Jill Davis Donald and Patricia Brennan, Maureen Brennan H. S. Finney, Horace A. Laffaye, M.D. www.mbecc.com www.mbecc.com Page 20 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Middleburg Eccentric • September 27, 2012 ~ October 25, 2012 Page 21 Executive Moving Systems, Inc. Leadership By Example “Outstanding. . .” Provided and sponsored by “Careful . . .” A LDO L EOPOLD A ND A L A ND E THIC FOR O UR T IME “Professional. . .”

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to the birds sing, Date & Time: Location: FOR LEASE D T: D: the stream trickle October 12, 2012 The Hill School 7:00pm The Sheila C. Johnson Performing Arts Center or the wind chime ring. . . Doors Open at 6:30pm 130 S. Madison St., Middleburg, VA 20117 Office space of all sizes L: Fred Drummond • A Lifetime of Service Details: Come join us at the The Hill School and see an in the town of Middleburg Fred drummond and Stanley CaulkinS will be reCognized Let us handle the details! energizing environmental movie with free refreshments. RSVPs encouraged at greenfire.nvct.org. For their liFetimeS oF ServiCe to the loudoun County Community oCtober 19th at the loudoun laurelS award gala. to reServe tableS and tiCketS, Call Jim Thompson Executive Moving Systems, Inc. PProduced by: pleaSe email [email protected] Servicing the Greater Washington, D.C. Area and the World For more information: 540-687-2224 greenfire.nvct.org or telephone 540 882 3150. he oudoun aurelS www.GreenFireMovie.com t l l [email protected] (703) 497-2700 / www.thebestmove.com www.loudounlaurels.com

The Plains’ second Annual Village “Scarecrow Days”

October 13—27, 2012

2nd Annual Scarecrow Contest Fresh olive oils. Children’s Art Show Aged balsamics. Make-your-own Jack-o-Lanterns Fine teas. 540-687-8898 100 E. Washington St., Middleburg, VA Costume Party And much more...come taste! Seasonal Treats & Refreshments Live Music! 13 E. Washington 13 E. Washington Middleburg, VA Middleburg, VA For more information call 540-253-9797 or visit 17 E. Washington ThePlainsVirginia.com Middleburg, VA 540.687.5858 540.687.5858 540.687.3004

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Redskins. They’re giving up 5,392 of those yards coming through allowed. 0. Redskins. nearly 430 yards per game. the air. What’s the silver lining? That’s how many weeks are They’re scoring 33 points a game. What NFC team has the second Why is precision important? Well, there are worse teams than the left before the hot mess known as WWhat NFC team has the worst passing defense, based on Because when you look at the records Redskins defensively this year. replacement officials start affecting number one rushing offense, based yards given up per game, this season? for all-time defensive futility, the The Buccaneers are giving the outcome of real NFL games. The on total yards gained, this season? Redskins. They’re giving up Redskins are on pace to rewrite the up 18 more yards a game through Packers got jobbed on Monday night Redskins. 337 passing yards per game. record book. the air; they could shatter the record this week, no matter what the league What team has the number two These are startling numbers, in You don’t have to look very far for worst defensive secondary ever says in its prepared statement (which rushing offense in the entire NFL, and of themselves. But they’re even back to find the team that allowed the by nearly 300 more yards than the I have read, and which is a classic based on rushing yards per game, this more galling if you push them out a most passing yards in a season; that Redskins. CYA memo.) season? bit. mark was set just last year, 2011, at So that’s good. What that will actually Redskins. At this rate, the Redskins’ 4,796 passing yards allowed, by the And the Titans and Saints are mean is anybody’s guess. I think Now take a deep breath. defense looks to give up nearly 7000 Green Bay Packers, a team many both on pace to absolutely obliterate the commissioner and the owners What team has the fourth yards to their opponents this season, considered Super Bowl contenders. the all-time total yards allowed honestly believe they can get through worst scoring defense in the NFL this with nearly 5400 of those yards Total yards allowed in a record. The Titans could finish the this disaster without giving the 11th Annual! season? coming through the air. season, however, necessitates a season giving up just over 7,400 referees what they want. (Which, not Redskins. They’re giving up Wait, precision here is slightly longer walk back in time, and yards this season, or 600 more than surprisingly, centers on benefits and Please join us for the ’81 Colts, but the Saints could pensions.) Their stance on Monday’s really set the bar by allowing nearly mess out west is a perfect example. 7,637 yards this year. Until and unless a player So that’s all even better. suffers a catastrophic injured or is The Windy Hill Fashion Show The stench of ineptitude even killed, I think the league will emanating from Nashville and hold its breath and pray for sunny Louisiana could well mask the skies. Thursday, October 4th, 2012 The Outpost putrescence permeating the And that’s a shame. Piedmont. But a terrifyingly real 11:30 AM Phew. possibility. Another number for you. Last but not least… Authentic finds. Inspired life. 4. A friend of mine who’s a lot Beverly Equestrian That’s the over/under I’m smarter than me suggested the best Karen Rexrode less bug. Within a few hours she giving on games remaining before way to sort out the NFL’s current will harden and turn gray again. 3515 Zulla Road heralded, franchise-saving QB replacement referee riddle would he wheel bug is one of the As beneficial insects, they Robert Griffin III gets broken into be to apply the pro-business, anti- more interesting insects feed on aphids (as nymphs), Japa- The Plains, Virginia tiny pieces and carted off the field if regulation mindset of this year’s that gardeners encounter. nese beetles and tent caterpillars the Shanahans continue to use him presidential challenger to the gridiron You can’t avoid bugs, as adults. Yes, I mention two we in option-heavy offenses that rely on and let the free market work its the good, the bad, pretty much love to see eaten, they will actu- Courtesy of Bill Ballhaus and Darrin Mollett his holding onto the ball until the last magic. Tat your fingertips as you work. ally eat any insect they can catch. possible second to have any chance Or, in other words, just get rid of success. of the referees all together and let Of course we love the beneficial As they stalk their prey, they For more information or to purchase tickets online: Griffin will never complain, the players and the coaches police ones, they take out the bugs that move slowly, looking a lot like a because he’s a good soldier and themselves. eat our plants, we like to think mechanical dinosaur. Once they www.windyhillfoundation.org he’s confident, both of which are Hey, I hear Gregg Williams is there is a balance. The wheel bug have grasped their catch with admirable attributes in any person, still looking for work…. is one of those beneficial bugs front legs, a tube (which usually but especially in a professional that looks really different. Imag- stays tucked under their head) athlete who plays on a team. Alex can be reached at ine a cogged wheel with a base probes until it can find a place to But confidence and an upbeat [email protected] plate attached to your back. insert, which is usually where the Aw ard W inning! attitude never saved anyone from 260 From the genus Reduvius, wings meet the head. Enzymes Visit Loudoun’s which comes from Latin reduva, are injected that liquefy their meaning hangnail or remnant. insides, which are then slopped “B est Event 2010” Build a strong foundation Within that genus we have about up, leaving only a hollow shell 7,000 species, the wheel bug be- behind. If you watch this hap- for your body starting ing only one, better known as pen from beginning to end with a Arilus cristatus, referring to the Japanese beetle, it will take about with your feet crest or cogged wheel on its back. half an hour, something I can say No particular explanation for the I have watched several times as I Kay Colgan move as a unit. Ouch! Do you ever wheel, some think it scares other cheer the wheel bug on. Certified Pilates Instructor get out of bed and your feet feel stiff? insects, ok - I can see that. The As often as I have encoun- Do you suffer from plantar fasciitis nymphs emerge from a flat disk tered them, never have I been h my aching feet! Have you or Morton’s neuroma? Do you think of eggs, 40 to 180 arrive, bright stung or bitten. As you might ever said that? Maybe you you’re flat footed? All of these things red abdomens send a clear mes- imagine, they give quite a nasty are training for a marathon are caused by improper foot mechan- sage - do not eat. Despite that, the bite. I have noticed that they have or a triathlon. Or maybe ics. A lot of them are learned habits, nymphs cannibalize each other, above average eye sight because you just cram them into shoes that like pronating or supinating. Most V intage & Antiques D ealers Odon’t allow a lot of movement for the people have an arch; they just lose which doesn’t stop there because they see me from some distance toes. Sometimes we don’t realize we it by pronating in. This can lead to later on the mating females usu- and move to the underside of C raft & Jew elry Vendors should be wearing a bigger size. I re- stiffness, plantar fasciitis and many ally eat their mate, just like pray- stem or leaf. If they are startled, B aked Goods & Great Food member when I was a child, my mom other foot problems. Starting a foot ing mantises do. I understand that orange scent glads come out with would take me to the local shoe store fitness program is as simple as stand- only 30% of the nymphs make it an odor similar to that of the stink K id s ’ F a c e P a in tin g & M o o n b o u n c e in town and they would measure my ing and lifting your arches in and out, to the end of the season and their bug. 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Not long ago and named in the Sahara desert but The haboob occurs when a I’m not able to prognosticate, but Ithere’s really no immunity for would look for stepping stones completed, there are several things Ghe talked about something called a commonly occur in arid places such downdraft from the front reaches I’m concerned, if not for myself, the experienced artist either. For to make you way across. Step you can try. First, ask yourself Crosby and Nash; “Tears in Heav- derecho that turned out to be climate as Saudi Arabia, Iraq and the plains the ground and lifts dry sand into for my children and grandchildren. en” by Eric Clapton; and “Tears of some, this frustrating dilemma by step you would find your path, what you were trying to say when related, but now, haboobs? What’re of India. But this summer you may the air, creating the wall of sand that What about you? a Clown” by Smokey Robinson. sizzles brain cells. More likely maybe even getting a foot wet and you started. If you’re not sure they? Has he totally lost it, or is he have heard of or seen pictures of the precedes the rainstorm. A few more water related frustrating them than entertaining sometimes you even fall in. But and then there’s your problem. If just a dirty old man? haboob that struck Phoenix, AZ. The haboob that hit Phoenix songs: “Wind on the Water” by them, in route to a completed you would never get to the other you know, but missed the mark to I guess the jury is still out Let’s talk a little about ha- likely happened in a similar fashion. work of art. side, look back for hours at what a point of frustration, I say learn on both parts of the last question, boobs and how and why they occur. No doubt a moisture laden front, If you were asked to count extra or different steps you could from it or destroy it before it but the word “haboobs,” believe it In the Sahara, they regularly moving north was the culprit that from one to ten, it would be have taken. You’d keep moving destroys you. Don’t even give it or not, is a real word, a word that’s result from the northward move- caused the haboob. Not only did Middleburg Thanks naturally easy to know when you on with your hike, reflect along away, it will just continue to be a actually used by climate scientists ment of a weather front called the Phoenix get hit by the sand, but the were done. But art is not this way, the way and use that experience at burden mentally. But there’s no (see, there’s climate again.) Ha- inter-tropical front bringing mois- sandstorm was followed by an in- especially narrative art, which is your next creek crossing. That to sense in dancing with skeletons boobs and the singular form haboob ture into the desert from the equa- tense monsoon-like rain. Sam Huff telling a story which has not yet me is one key to knowing you’re when it’s time to change partners! are words derived from an Ara- torial Atlantic Ocean. Incidentally, Haboobs are not complete Continued From page 1 been told. “Once upon a time” is done. When you stop working, I say bury the bones and move on. bic word habb (meaning “blasting this is the same area from which the strangers to the southwestern Unit- a great place to begin, but there’s you’re done. If you keep thinking Others will always have ed States, and have occurred in the much to say before you can be about it and questioning it, I still their own personal interpretation past in Arizona, New Mexico, and service. If a property owner regular annual audit of the satisfied with “The End” and say the painting is done. Even if of what your work says to them. west Texas, all arid or semiarid loca- allows debris to accumulate, town’s books, set to begin many artists wrestle with this to you don’t think it actually is and It is the purpose of art, to make Give your son: tions. What is interesting is that in and grass and weeds to grow in September. Wheeler has their detriment. even if you are unsatisfied with people think, to provoke emotion recent years they are occurring more to more than ten inches high, also been busy with software To be caught in the never your results. or to alter moods. But it certainly Friendships, Adventure & frequently and with greater inten- the town may issue a warn- training classes, focusing ending spiral of questioning the For those new to creating should do the same for you and sity. Just ask residents of Phoenix ing, calling on the owner to on the Town’s existing soft- completion of your artwork is art, just remember that creating in the process, provoke creative Leadership Opportunities - How? about trying to clean up the mud that not a good thing. Well, I should more pieces is what will end up growth. It is that which actually the recent haboob left on vehicles, address the problem. If that ware for utility billing and rephrase that statement. If you making you better, not working on troubles completion for some. yards, roofs, sidewalks, etc. warning is ignored, the Town a new package, soon to be are learning from it and having a completed painting forever. For Enjoy the process! JOIN SCOUTING! No, what this indicates is fur- may both levy a fine and introduced to streamline real Each of us wants our son to grow up to be an upstanding, responsible young man, fun, I guess it is a good thing. the more experienced artists that someone who has learned how to follow through, help others and take the initiative. The ther evidence that climate change is charge the property owner estate tax billing and collec- But my guess is most learn more continually sees his or her pieces LiveAnArtfulLife.com Tom Scouting program teaches these skills at weekly meetings, special events and camping occurring. The derecho in our area, for the cost of addressing the tion. about feeding a bad habit. It’s trips. You will see your son become more self -reliant and confident. the haboob in Phoenix, hurricane problems. one thing to add a few finishing Isaac and other hurricanes, the Mid- Investments touches after a day or two of not Contact information: western drought, the waterspout in Audit looking at a piece. It’s another New York, even the earthquake in Paul Davies, Teri Domanski, Town Administrator thing altogether, in my opinion, Scoutmaster Committee Chairperson & Mom Virginia last year, all are indications, Town Treasurer Deb- Martha Semmes reported to constantly question your Phone: 540-222-6267 540-687-8067 at least to this writer, that we are in spontaneous results. As if to say, Email: [email protected] [email protected] the midst of some dramatic climatic bie Wheeler has stepped that she is working with the Once upon a time, there were two shifts. up her preparations for the Town’s outside financial ad- kids, they became friends and had visors from Davenport and a great summer - The End.... one Hunton & Williams, as well had red hair - The End.... one was as officials of Middleburg given a dog - The End.... and so From early planning Bank to come up with a plan it goes. to refinance the Town’s debt The over noodling of one to the family dinner, at a lower interest rate. Also never ending work of art is almost on the agenda: a plan to op- always better spent on a new let BOWA be your guide through every timize return on both cash work of art. I knew an artist once step of the remodeling experience. and longer term investments who was moving to a new state. Your BOWA transforms houses into homes™ While packing those belongings through belonging to the town and that would make this journey to through the design and construction held in the town’s bank and a new beginning, an uncompleted of luxury renovations and additions. investment accounts. painting was mentioned. “I’ve BEFORE Guide Tom Neel with golf legend Jack Nicklaus, during their print sign- As your single point of accountability never been able to finish it, but ing of “Hole 6” at Creighton Farms’ charity event. With par- from the earliest stages of planning, we Parking Meters I hope to one day.” I said, why? tial proceeds going to the Nicklaus Foundation and supporting Why would you want to burden local hospitals in the D.C. area., a very limited edition of just execute and manage the entire design a new chapter in your life with and construction process and your Council asked Police 30 prints is available. For more information contact Creighton Chief A.J. 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Friends for Life Albert’s Corner A monthly column for people who share Their homes with Middleburg Humane Foundation four-legged friends. A Friend to All Animals Albert P. Clark Beyond simple ID tags, KITTENS!!! Buckley is a senior Dachshund however, technology has paved ucker and Riley, the the way for a whole new set of We have 28 healthy adorable mix with a huge personality. He is good with cats but he loves big dogs in my fam- tools that pet parents can use to kittens of all ages available ily, went AWOL this protect their animals: for adoption. If you are to have your undivided atten- week – Absent Without 1)QR tags: These ID tags interested please submit tion so he would do best as an Leash. You would think by now are like traditional tags but an application now! Ask only dog or with another small Tthat they would know better. have a QR code. This enables about our buddy program!!! calm dog. You have to meet They’re practically senior citi- anyone who finds a pet to scan him-He is such a character! zens. But off they went through the ID with a smart phone and a break in the fence, disappear- Minnie is a tiny senior that Dorian is a 17h Thorough- access a website with all of bred gelding, about 11 yrs. ing over the horizon as Isabelle the pet’s information, includ- needs a nice quiet home. She and I watched. Of course, Izzy ing medical history, phone, ad- cannot live with other dogs or old, who was recently been and I were way too loyal and dress, etc. This information can kids. She is fearful of new rescued from a bad neglect/ smart to follow the big dogs. be updated and changed quick- people so she needs a special starvation situation. His (Actually we just couldn’t get ly and easily by the owner. For person that is willing to be body and his feet will still our short legs over the fence, more information, visit pethub. patient & give her time to need a while longer to be but oh how we tried!) com. adjust. All she wants is a home back to normal but he's doing When my mom realized 2)GPS tracking: Now pet to live out her golden years. better each day! Dorian is Tucker and Riley were gone, parents can know exactly where a true sweetheart! she was not amused. In fact, their pet is at all times and even Blonde is a pretty 11 yr. Nettie is a wonderful she looked a little scared and receive alerts via email and text old, 12h palomino Shetland mad and kooky all at once. if the animal wanders out of x mare. She’s shy but is 4 yr. old dog that has a She went racing out the door, range. The GPS device is light- slowly coming around & nice calm nature. She jumped in the car, and flew weight and attaches to the pet’s needs a devoted person to likes to play but would down our driveway yelling existing collar. (On a personal spend time with her & help be just as happy laying stuff out of the window. A loud note, I’ve seen this technology her learn to trust people at your feet. She has and desperate jumble of “want in action and it’s amazing!) To again. She is healthy & gets stunning eyes & just a treat” and “time to eat” and learn more, visit tagg.com. along well with others. wants to have her own “Tuuuuucccckkkerrr” and 3)Social media: Always person to love. “Riiiiilllleeeyyy” and “please have a few current photos of Harmony is sweet & has come” cut through the country your pet on hand so that you air. (People are so weird some- Middleburg a great balance of energy can quickly post a lost pet times.) announcement and photo on for walking & playing & Somehow, her bizarre Facebook and/or Twitter. Humane Foundation a calmness for lounging [email protected] tactics worked and she rounded 4)Pet location websites: around & watching a movie up both Very Bad Dogs and There are many websites that (540) 364-3272 with you. She needs a quiet brought them home. They were help reunite pets and people. middleburghumane.com home & cannot live with in the proverbial doghouse, Check out thecenterforlostpets. small animals or small kids. so Izzy and I were especially com (sponsored by the Humane smug and obnoxious. My dad Society of the U.S.), fidofinder. came home and fixed the fence, com, lostpetusa.net, and miss- and all was normal again. ingpet.net. Many of these sites It was, however, a very have sections both for lost and big wake up call for my people. found animals, so if you hap- Anything can happen at any pen to find a dog or cat, you time, even to pet owners who can check the found section to are more than a little obsessed see if the animal is registered. about safety. 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This probably While Loudoun County Toward the end of the well as the poor to sleep under With the Conventions over, lution limits for new fossil-fuel-fired in the West could be better used for seems a silly question, given that maintains and operates the library, first century the anonymous bridges, to beg in the streets, Purple is studying the Democratic power plants. ranching, mining or forestry through you are now presumably reading it will not fund any part of the ex- author of the Gospel of Mat- and to steal bread. That is one (32 pages) and Republican (54 pag- .... We will continue to support private ownership. On September 19 our friends at the protest the county’s decision. this letter. Reading is something pansion. Consequently, the Advi- thew wrote in either Hebrew, of the good effects of the Rev- es) platforms to understand where smart, energy efficient manufactur- The Republican Party sup- Loudoun Times Mirror spoke out against a The Library Board rejected a motion we take for granted once we have sory Board is raising the funds to or Greek, or both, a short par- olution.” each party wants to take the nation. ing. Democrats pledge to continue ports appointing …. officials who decision by the office of Loudoun County to adopt an American Library Association been doing it for a while, just like design and build the addition. We able on one’s duties to the less By the late 1950’s, two His interests are informed both by showing international leadership on will properly and correctly apply Administrator Tim Hemstreet to “decline resolution that pointedly compared some breathing. We do it, but are not re- have raised over $612,000 towards fortunate. world wars and a holocaust his career as an international busi- climate change, working toward an environmental laws and regulations, requests to allow voter registration drives at current voter suppression tactics to those of ally aware of doing it. Most of us a goal of $775,000. The plans are “Then the King will say later, Paul Ryan’s beloved Ayn nessman and as a conservationist - a agreement to set emission limits in always in support of economic de- learned to read when we were quite done (designed by Bill Turnure and to those on his right, ‘Come, Rand was preaching “the vir- Board member, officer and/or Se- unison with other emerging powers. velopment, job creation, and Ameri- county libraries.” the Jim Crow era. nior Fellow of three major national The LTM pointedly dismissed the rea- Instead, without opposition, the Board young and would have been severe- Tim Clites, two local architects who you who are blessed by my tues of selfishness” though her Democrats will continue to can prosperity and leadership. ly limited in our opportunities for have pooled their talents for this Father; take your inheritance, characters in Atlas Shrugged environmental organizations. So work with local communities to We support opening the Arc- sons cited for the decision: concerns about voted (with one abstention) to assert it’s the kingdom prepared for you Purple turned first to the environ- conserve our publicly owned lands tic National Wildlife Refuge for ex- non-partisanship, anxiety over the collec- legal right to control the library facilities growth without this ability. Reading project and donated much of their and other works, providing for has even become a necessity in the time) and all permits have been is- since the creation of the world. those who needed it a philo- mental policies of each party. Here and dramatically expand invest- ploration and production of oil and tion of “private” information, and worries under its care, and to continue its decades- use of the telephone (Paul Krugman sued. The Town of Middleburg has “For I was hungry and sophical justification for both are some highlights. ments in conserving and restoring natural gas. about objections from the U.S. Department long support of non-partisan third-party describes the new iPhone as Apple’s generously waived all fees. you gave me something to eat, indifference and contempt. Democratic Platform extracts: forests, grasslands and wetlands Since 2009 the EPA has of Justice voter registration. “latest way for people to avoid actu- Now we need all of you who I was thirsty and you gave me In the presidential cam- Democrats are committed across America. .... We will ensure moved forward with expansive “Declining assistance and the use The decision was a credit to the Board, ally speaking to or even looking at have not yet donated to step up and something to drink, I was a paign of 2012, and indeed, in to protecting our natural resources that our National Parks are protected regulations that will impose tens of of public property for voter registration, and stands as yet another example of how whoever they’re with”). help us finish the fundraising portion stranger and you invited me in, polite company, such views, of while creating jobs, preserving habi- while expanding opportunities for billions of dollars on American busi- “the editorial concluded, “arguably one liberals and conservative, Republicans, Our ability to read opens the of the project. We have received 174 “I needed clothes and you course, are politically incor- tats and ensuring that future genera- Americans to visit and experience ness and consumers. …. We demand door to a world of information, gifts from $5 to $18,000 (some of clothed me, I was sick and you rect. tions can enjoy our nation’s outdoor these national treasures. an end to the EPA’s participation in of the most important functions of govern- Democrats, and Independents, can debate a heritage.... Democrats have made ment – the county runs the risk of finding controversial issue with grace and mutual which is growing exponentially. which are pledges over three years, looked after me, I was in pris- One could mutter them Republican Platform extracts: “sue and settle” lawsuits, sweetheart How can we access all of this infor- perhaps an easier way to give), with on and you came to visit me.’ only in private, among those protecting the environment a top Conservation is a conserva- litigation brought by environmental itself made irrelevant and appearing as if respect, and work together for the greater “Then the righteous will priority. tive value. .... The Republican Party groups to expand the agency’s regu- it doesn’t want to see voters on Election good. mation? We buy books, newspapers, many coming from Fauquier Coun- who not only agreed with magazines, e-books, audio books ty as well as Loudoun and some answer him, ‘Lord, when did them, and you, but heartily Democrats are committed to believes in the moral obligation of latory activities against the wishes of Day. “ Kudos to all those who came out to ex- and internet access. But wait! All of from Clarke; the community of sup- we see you hungry and feed endorsed such emotions, from …. Preserving sensitive public lands the people to be good stewards of Congress and the public. That very night, at the September press their concerns and to the members of these sources are available free of port is broad. We need an additional you, or thirsty and give you the protection of gated com- from oil and gas exploration, like the the God-given natural beauty and We will end the EPA’s war on meeting of the Loudoun County Public Li- the Library Board of Trustees for an excel- charge at our wonderful little library $163,000 - won’t you help us out? something to drink? munities where “those people” Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. resources of our country. ....A policy coal and encourage the increased brary Board of Trustees, citizens from all lent and well-considered decision. on Reed Street here in Middleburg! I can think of no institution in our “When did we see you were seen only while working We know that global climate protecting these objectives must bal- safe development of the nation’s across the political spectrum turned out to You may know that already community that serves more people a stranger and invite you in, if at all. change is one of the biggest threats ance economic development and coal reserves. We oppose any and all and may very well be one of the than our library, and it does it at no or needing clothes and clothe “My job is not to worry of this generation - an economic, property rights in the short run with cap and trade legislation. many who come in to borrow the charge to anyone. Now is the time to you? about those people,” Mitt environmental and national security conservation goals over the long run. We also call on Congress to The Middleburg Library Expansion various items, read them there or provide for the present as well as the “When did we see you Romney recently told one such catastrophe in the making. We af- Science allows us to weigh take quick action to prohibit the use one of the computers or wi-fi ac- future of our library. See our ad and sick or in prison and go to visit group. firm the science of climate change, the costs and benefits of a policy .... EPA from moving forward with cess. The library gets quite crowded poster for contact information, or go you?’ “I’ll never convince them commit to significantly reducing the this is especially important when new greenhouse gas regulations that Kudos are also due to the Friends of tical grounds a disproportionate allocation at times since there is only one room to www.middleburglibraryfriends. “The King will reply, ‘I that they should take personal pollution that causes climate change, the causes and long-range effects will harm the nation’s economy and the Middleburg Public Library, now near- of Loudoun County funding. to provide for these uses as well as org. tell you the truth, whatever responsibility and care for and know that we have to meet this of a phenomenon are uncertain. We threaten millions of jobs over the ing completion of their drive to raise funds The “friends” however, stood up and for use by reading groups, book you did for one of the least of their lives.” challenge by driving smart policies must restore scientific integrity to next quarter century. to double the size of our local facility. are very, very close to reaching their fund signings and children’s programs. Thanks for your support. these brothers of mine, you did He’s right. that lead to greater growth in clean our public research institutions and Ours is a small community and it raising goal. To address the crowding and to en- for me.’” It wasn’t his job. energy generation and result in a remove political incentives from ******* serves the needs of the people of at least We urge everyone to help them as able the library to more effectively Sincerely, By 1894, a bookseller, It isn’t his job. range of economic and social ben- publicly funded research. So, voters, you have a choice. provide its services, the Middleburg poet, novelist, and soon to be And it shouldn’t be his efits. Experience has shown that .... For his part, Purple wishes Teddy three counties. Our library, already only much as you can. We have developed historic the worst instances of environmen- Roosevelt was running. half the size it should have been would nev- Reading . . . and libraries . . . are fun- Library Advisory Board has under- Michael Morency Nobel Laureate made the same job. taken the task of doubling the size Middleburg Library Advisory Board point, though perhaps a bit fuel efficiency standards that will tal degradation have occurred un- er have been able to justify on strictly statis- damental. of the library, adding needed spaces more cynically. limit greenhouse gas emissions from der government control. Congress such as a meeting room, teen area, “The law, in its majes- our vehicles....made unprecedented should reconsider whether parts of Hypocrisy Tom Pratt ney where Romney dismisses described those attending and brought up in a wealthy fami- Capital he wanted to branch America who were trying to table deductions he was enti- he was ill prepared for this than the Palestinians hit both egates turned their backs and 47% of Americans as basi- hosting are mostly wealthy ly and has always surrounded out with a bigger venture cap- rid those countries of opposi- tled to, his percentage would campaign and his blunders Jews and Arabs. How could walked out when he started David Corn, a friend cally parasites who would privileged people who seem himself with like minded also ital business, Mr. Bain, the tion groups to the oligarchs. have been around 9%. are becoming so frequent he ignore the fact that it is a on his plan to overhaul Medi- and the Washington bureau never vote for him so why oblivious to the fact that there wealthy people. I would ven- founder, told him he would When asked about the When a young man, that he must be having sec- bit difficult to rise financially care. chief of Mother Jones, was bother even trying for their are a host of working people ture a guess that he has few have to find outside funding Todd Akin statement about Romney was in favor of the ond thoughts about why he if you are under occupation So the good news is that interviewed on Democracy vote. I am sure some (al- also attending, who wait ta- if any Black, Hispanic , gay as he did not want to expose “legitimate rape” he said he draft even protesting in sup- got into the race in the first and also be ignorant of the people are seeing who Rom- Now the other morning and though in shrinking numbers) bles, clean up, offer security or poor friends, so his com- Bain to a financial risk of that would not have used those port and then when the time place. These latest have been stereotype that most Jewish ney and Ryan really are and revealed a very telling and who still support Romney are etc. So it is no wonder that ments about the 47% would sort. So Mr. Romney trundled words but failed to denounce came to serve he avoided here at home but the gaffs he people dislike, that Jews are how disastrous they would be important fact about Mitt angry and perplexed about one of those might want to feel natural to him and his down to Florida and found him for the actual content of military service by going to has made overseas have been good with money. for America. No negative ads Romney. who would shoot the video of expose that side of politics to audience and also reflect his a group of very wealthy ex his words. France for his Mormon mis- almost worse as they have Paul Ryan was booed presented by the Democrats Mother Jones exposed the dinner where the remarks the electorate. inability to relate to the real patriots from Latin America His recently released ad- sionary service and he also helped to inflame more dis- many times at his recent ap- could possibly do as much the now very famous record- were made. Here is what I think one of the funda- world. who were eager to invest with ditional tax returns that show received multiple academic trust and dislike of America. pearance at the AARP con- for the Obama campaign as ing of the fundraiser at the David had to say about the mental problems with Rom- Not a great attribute for him. Mr. Romney ignored the he paid around 14% (far be- deferments. The comment about vention when he spoke of the Romney and Ryan have done mansion of a wealthy friend source of the video. ney is that he truly has never the presidency. fact that many were involved low many working folks) but I almost feel sorry for Jewish people being more need to overturn Obamacare themselves. and large donor to Mitt Rom- At events such as the one experienced real life. 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Winn concurred, telling Chris- At that point Christian appar- Lexington, January 15, 1854 tian that, “ . . . it would prejudice him ently left the room, apparently without Christian in the eyes of the community to say saying another word. anything to Blackburn at church.” Winn told Chenowith he hoped It was just beginning to get dark What’s more, Winn warned, and believed that, at the very least, when Christian left his law school Blackburn “might be with a lady” he’d talked Christian out of a Sunday friends at the Compton house. J. W. and if that were the case, Christian confrontation. Woolfolk had asked him to stay for shouldn’t even think of confronting Christian, however, had made supper, but Christian declined, return- him. up his mind. ing instead, one last time, to his room Christian complained that un- Rather than trying to convince at McDowell’s Hotel before he left for less he acted immediately he might Morris to help, he turned to his friend church and his long-dreaded confron- not be able to see Blackburn for an- and classmate, A. G. Strayer. tation with Cadet Tom Blackburn. other week, during which time the According to Strayer, Christian Meadowkirk Inn & Retreat Clifton Montview Glancing into McDowell’s bar VMI Cadet would most certainly fur- was still trying, explaining his plan to Middleburg, Virginia • $16,000,000 Berryville, Virginia • $6,900,000 Marshall, Virginia • $2,600,000 on his way up to his room Christian ther tarnish his reputation. confront Blackburn and demand an spotted Cadets Langhorne and Cous- Chenowith pooh-poohed the “explanation”, when the last bells at Washington College President Rev. George Junkin’s house, 358 acres • 8 BR Manor house • 6 FP • Heart of pine floors • 10’ ceilings Classical Revival home, ca. 1834 • Perfectly proportioned • Prime Fauquier County location in the heart of Orange County Hunt • ins. They wre still where he left them notion, telling Christian he could see First Church began to ring. now the “Lee-Jackson” house, Lexington Virginia. • Inn w/20 rooms all w/private baths • Conference room • Stone barn can 12 1/2' ceilings • 25' front columns • 4 BR, 3 1/2 BA • Award 39.94 acres • Brick home completely updated • 3 BR with master suite about an hour or so earlier, still killing easily find Blackburn on Monday at Christian said no more, jumped accommodate 120 guests • 3 cottages • Log cabin • Pool & pool house • winning historic renovation 1990 • Pool • Two tenant hous- on main level • 2 full & 2 half BA • 2 FP • 2 car garage • Flagstone time, still waiting for their dates. he was “without question, unarmed.” ing his own Julia that evening, Miss the Institute. up, told Strayer “he must go” and left Observatory • Picnic pavilion • 2 miles of Goose Creek frontage es • Spectacular views of the Blue Ridge • 411 acres terrace • 8 stall center aisle barn • Board fencing • Mountain views Christian asked them both up to Christian observed that if he did for church. Cadet John Sharp saw Black- Julia Junkin, at the President Junkin’s his room, where they talked until the THAT he would also have 150 cadets burn about an hour before everyone house on the nearby Washington Col- Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Tom Cammack (540) 247-5408 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 first of the church bells rang for eve- on top of him. Blackburn left for church.. lege campus. ning services. On the other hand, If he met Sharp said he warned Black- Blackburn changed quickly and Langhorne and Cousins rushed Blackburn at church, he might have For Cadet Thomas Black- burn to “look out for Christian” and found himself with twenty minutes or out to collect their ladies. to face thirty or so, and he’d have his burn most of Sunday passed quietly. note, much to Blackburn’s that he had so to kill before he had to leave for the “About 15 minutes before the own friends around to protect him. He rose early and, unusually for him, “observed” Christian at church” that Junkin House. second bell rang for church,” Chris- Whatever the case, none of attended morning services at the Pres- very morning. He went to the room shared by tian went to B. D. Chenowith’s room. Christian’s friends appeared ready to byterian Church. Christian’s notorious mus- Cadet Sandy Bruce and G. B. Horner There he was joined by William R. stand with, around, or anywhere near If he had noticed Charles Chris- tache, he said, was “clean shaven” and to wait. Winn whose Bowie knife he had “bor- Charles Burks Christian on this par- tian, sitting across from him in the he had caught him “looking daggers” Both were still getting dressed rowed” earlier. The knifed was now ticular Sunday. balcony, he apparently didn’t mention at Blackburn across the sanctuary. and Blackburn talked and joked with tucked safely under his coat. Reacting, no doubt, to the dis- it to anyone. Blackburn reportedly “hooted” the two as if nothing unusual were After telling Chenowith and tinct chill suddenly permeating Che- After morning services he went at Sharp’s warning, telling him that afoot. Winn he was “going over to the nowith’s room, Christian stood close straight back to the barracks, appar- Christian was “a d____d coward and Bruce later swore the “affair” church” and “thought he would prob- to the fireplace and, speaking to no ently without incident. would not fight.” with Christian wasn’t even mentioned. Fox Valley Farm Mountain View Lions Lane ably see Blackburn” Christian all but one in particular, muttered something James White Humes, who de- That said, the talk in the mess When it was, at last, time to begged them to go with him “in the about going. scribed himself as an “extremely in- hall appears to have turned to women, go Blackburn left Bruce and Horner Marshall, Virginia • $1,895,000 The Plains, Virginia • $1,600,000 Boyce, Virginia • $1,490,000 event of a difficulty.” with Blackburn teasing Richard Tay- to fend for themselves, and set off for Winn, perhaps feeling guilty, timate” friend of Blackburn, ran into Historic property on 32 acres in Orange County Hunt • 1st Excellent location • 26.53 acres • Pastures & woods • 109 mountain top acres • Unbelievable western views • Both declined, telling Christian suggested Christian go upstairs and him in the VMI mess hall. lor for trying to alienate the affections church alone, wearing his cadet over- they “thought the occasion unsuitable try once more to talk Bill Morris or Humes later swore Blackburn of Miss Julia Lewis, Sharp’s latest coat and under it the distinctive blue floor master, den, grand salon, English kitchen with large DR Hilltop setting • 2 spring fed ponds • Recently renovated • Hunters’ paradise • 3 bedrooms • 2 fireplaces • Gourmet to say anything to Blackburn.” some of the other law students into did not say a word about Christian heart-throb. furlough coat only VMI First Class- & billiard room • 2nd kitchen/ bar leads to patio, pool & guest 3-4 bedrooms • 3 baths • 2 fireplaces • Country kitchen • kitchen • 3 car garage • Energy efficient Chenowith later swore that he going with him. and, in his view, had “no thought that After everyone had good men were allowed to wear. cottage • 7 stall barn adjoins 3 BR, 2 BA farm manager's house Stone floors on main level • Attached conservatory Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 made himself perfectly clear, telling Whatever decision they Christian might attack him.” Blackburn left the mess hall for the From the barracks he headed Ann MacMahon (540) 687-5588 Walter Woodson (703) 499-4961 Paul MacMahon (703) 609-1905 Christian “positively” that he” would reached, Winn said, he would support He also swore that when Black- barracks, to change clothes before straight across the parade ground, past not go with him “to confront Black- him, though he still preferred going to burn left for church later that evening going into Lexington. He was meet- the Moore house, to the Junkin’s.

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