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Cleaning Up the Anacostia One Tire at a Time: The Eastsider
East of the River Commentary | January 5, 2023
Kent Fothergill describes the Anacostia River as “a beautiful expression of our waterways.” Kent and his partner Kelly Tindall reside in Ward 5 yet the environmental work they are doing to keep the Anacostia River litter-free connects them to every community in the District. Click to read more...
Celebrating While Remembering
East of the River Commentary | December 17, 2022
This month, I planned to share information about where to see Santa Claus, interesting stats about the National Tree, details about the 18th Annual Christmas Holiday Market and my favorite gingerbread recipe. However, as I pondered my column, I discovered several of my personal Christmas traditions stemmed from a very dark part of America’s history—slavery. Click to read more...
Dealing With the Winter Blues
East of the River Commentary | November 11, 2022
My internal alarm clock wakes me up at 5 a.m. every day. During the warmer months, I would be gently awakened by the sunlight peeking through my blinds, and by the sweet fragrance of flowers. I would casually muddle through my morning routine. I would leisurely prepare my coffee, brush my teeth, work out and look forward to starting my day. Click to read more...
An African Journey: The Eastsider
East of the River Commentary | October 11, 2022
Two weeks ago, I packed a bag and decided to explore Nairobi and a few other neighboring cities for several weeks with a very impressive social entrepreneur, Anji Degante. Anji is the founder of Accent Styles Boutique. Her African-focused product line donates a percentage of sales to support an orphanage she sponsors in Kenya and provide scholarships for Kenyan youth to attend school. Every year Anji creates an experience for folks to tour Kenya and to learn more about her efforts. This year, for the third time, I packed a bag and joined her. Click to read more...
Deanwood: A Safe, Resource-Rich Community
East of the River Commentary | September 16, 2022
When I graduated from the University of Houston, I decided to make the District of Columbia home. Shortly after, I landed a position with a prominent DC Councilmember. I was determined and ready to create change by working and living on Capitol Hill. As my life began to bloom, I started to prepare for my next chapter, home ownership. As prices in the District soared, my search for a home became more pointed toward East of the River because it was economical and the homes were unique, especially in Deanwood. Click to read more...
Foraging: The East Washingtonian
East of the River Commentary | August 6, 2022
As a child I grew up foraging. I recall riding my bike for hours with my cousins, running in and out the house for water breaks. After the fifth or sixth time, my mother would gently encourage us to “stay in or out.” Our unanimous decision would always be “out.” We spent the hours outside, pausing only to enjoy nature’s buffet. Hopping off our bikes, we would chew fresh sugarcane, pick oranges or pluck some of our neighbor’s sweet Japanese loquats. Click to read more...
The Words “Dog Park” Need Not Divide Us
East of the River Commentary | July 10, 2022
I reside in lovely, historic Deanwood along with my really big multigenerational family and my miniature Doberman Pinscher Dynamite. Dynamite and I explore trails and enjoy camping. We have led a few “Pack Walks,” hosted by the Friends of Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens. Click to read more...
Reform Election Petition Requirements Now!
East of the River Commentary | June 14, 2022
In November 2021, I announced I was running as a Democrat for the At-Large DC Council seat, in Washington, DC. Six months later I was unceremoniously kicked off the ballot by an opponent who successfully challenged my petitions. This tactic is commonly employed by candidates to thin the ranks thereby increasing their electability. Click to read more...
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