Arts + Culture

Valentines By Kids

Spreading love, one valentine at a time Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided by Valentines by Kids Patrick Kaufmann, a junior at the Washington International School and Potomac resident, is brightening lives through his nonprofit, Valentines By Kids. More than 40,000 children across the DC/MD/VA area participate in the program, which Patrick runs from his home. The concept is simple: Patrick encourages schools to have students create vibrant Valentine’s Day cards...

Fitness

The Mastery of the Mind Mentality

Coach Lala teaches Student Athletes Life Skills Article by Manuella Hancock | Photography by Courtesy of Coach LaPietra When it comes to athletics, young people are taught to leave it all on the field, but Coach Joe LaPietra wants the opposite. He sees kids showing so much grit in sports, and he wants them to show up in other parts of their lives with the same determination, confidence, and spirit. In his incredibly successful Mastery of the Mind (MOTM) courses, Coach “LaLa” doesn’t teach...

Fitness

50 After 50: Reframing Your Next Chapter

Inspiring ideas for living your best life after age 50 Article by Mindy Toran | Photography by Courtesy of Maria Leonard Olsen For most of us, reaching age 50 is a milestone to be celebrated and enjoyed with family and friends. We’ve built careers, gotten married, raised families, accomplished many of the things we set out to do. But it can also be a time of reflection and introspection, of asking ourselves what’s next over the next 50 years, or whatever time we have left in this life. For...

Wellness

Dog Lovers Take Notice

Community-Oriented Veterinary Park Potomac Welcomes Two New Vets into the Practice Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Judah Avenue Photography  Since Dr. Katie Malehorn opened her veterinary practice, the primary purpose has been to offer better medicine, top-notch surgery, and premier customer service. That exemplary “gold standard of medical care” continues with every new hire, every human client, and every beloved pet.  One aspect of veterinary medicine that is noteworthy to...