My father always corrected verbal grammatical errors. Whether the perpetrator was one of his kids, a waitress, a teacher or colleague, a news reporter, or his boss; it didn’t matter. Each received the same verbal corrections. With all the texting shortcuts and emojis being used today, I feel an extra sense of responsibility for teaching children to speak and write properly. It’s not always easy or polite, but it’s crucial. Words are very important and meaningful to me.

The other day I received a flyer in the mail from the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service. It said I Should Probably Check My Smoke Alarm. The word “Probably” was crossed through with a red line. It really caught my attention.

There’s a new real estate office in Upper Northwest DC. Keller Williams Capital Properties officially launched their latest Market Center in Tenleytown.

I was in need of a good strong cup of coffee so I parked at the curb across the street from Tout de Sweet and put some money in the meter. When I returned a few minutes later with my coffee in hand, this is what I found.

Let’s be honest. Our parents are always looking out for us even when we don’t know it. They have cared for us and given us advice for many, many years. It is not surprising that you would like their advice when you buy your first home. It is likely that they have purchased a home before and they will be honest with you.