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Between Meals and Memories
At the senior center, conversations over lunch shifted from laughter and memories to rising costs, fixed incomes, and empty chairs. Sometimes local issues stop feeling abstract when you are sitting across the table from the people living through them. Read More
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Deliberate Participation in a Small Town
Civic life in a small town isn’t just procedural — it’s relational. Navigating transparency, scrutiny, and reputation while carrying a history of enforced silence has shaped how I choose to engage. Participation isn’t automatic for me. It’s deliberate. Read More
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Samuels Library relying on fundraisers to finish year without county money
Northern Virginia Daily: As a Samuels Public Library trustee, I’m referenced asking whether any programming would be cut if fundraising slows. My question prompted staff to explain how grants and donations are sustaining services, highlighting my focus on planning and continuity during financial uncertainty. Read More
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The Lighthouse in the Storm: Civic Pride and the Library’s Future
I shared a personal reflection on civic pride, referencing Jeff Siegler’s “Hard to Love.” I spoke on how prioritizing finance over value has harmed our community and choked up while addressing the painful human cost of the library’s political storm. Read More
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The October Joint Meeting: Observations from the Front Lines
On October 29, 2024, I was invited to the table for a joint meeting between the Nonprofit Library Trustees and County Supervisors. This clipped record captures my direct dialogue on funding, accountability, and the complexities of the library’s private nonprofit status. Read More
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firetruck (1)
The image showcases a red and white fire truck parked at night, with the number ‘6’ prominently displayed on its side. The truck has visible lighting and equipment typical of fire rescue vehicles. The scene is dimly lit, creating a Read More
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It’s County Fair Time
Unknown publication: I appear in a photo caption assisting with setup of the YoYo ride for the Mineral County Fair, identified as a Fort Ashby resident helping amusement operators prepare for the annual community event sponsored by the Fort Ashby Volunteer Fire Company. Read More