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FEATURE STORY Deck the Halls: Historic—and not-so-historic— Homes in Prince William Are Dressed for the Holidays

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DESTINATIONS Deer Hunting at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge

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GIVING BACK Benedictine Sisters of Virginia: Serving the Community for 150 Years

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LIFELONG LEARNING Five Professional Tips for Job Hunters

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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS Small Company, Big Giving: Loveless Porter Architects, LLC Is Committed to Giving Back

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from the Editor in Chief It’s the Most Stressful Time of the Year…

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h December, you get a bad rap. You are the last month of the year and the end of the quarter. Your weather is freaky.

December 21 officially ushers in the coldest season of the year with the winter solstice in the Northern hemisphere. This freaks out anyone who loves to wear shorts and flip-flops. It’s also the shortest day of the year with the sun setting earlier than normal, depressing even the most optimistic winter-season human. And then there are the holidays, fraught with commercial decorations and merchandise that show up before the end of October. There are many events serving food, dessert and alcohol. The average American gains anywhere between two and 10 pounds from Halloween through New Year’s Day. If you do a quick online search, you will literally find a holiday or some other celebration for every day of the month. No wonder people are stressed out.

The good news is that we have 31 days in the month on which to celebrate….and that is also the bad news.

This month’s cover story might help relieve some of that stress by offering holiday decoration ideas. Writer Marianne Weaver’s cover story “Deck the Halls: Historic—and not-so-historic— Homes in Prince William Are Dressed for the Holidays” on page 4 has many photos to get your creative juices flowing.

If you need to let off steam and hunting is something you enjoy, then our Destinations piece on page 14 is what you want to read.

“Deer Hunting at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge” by Paul Keily showcases hunting options in Woodbridge.

This is the time of the year that many of us take stock not only of our personal lives, but our professional lives as well. If a job or career change is on your agenda for 2018, make sure to read Ashley Claire Simpson’s Lifelong Learning article “Five Professional Tips for Job Hunters” on page 21.

Olivia Overman profiles the Benedictine Sisters of Virginia in our Giving Back section on page 18. The sisters have served Virginians since 1868, and 150 years looks good on them and us. If you are considering volunteering this month or wish to find out more about their services, read “Benedictine Sisters of Virginia: Serving the Community for 150 Years.”

And, from the staff at Prince William Living, we wish all of you a wonderful, joyous (and stress-free) holiday season.

Kim Howard, CAE Editor in Chief

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Historic—and not-so-historic— Homes in Prince William Are Dressed for the Holidays

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is the season … to decorate! Across Prince William, historic places, families and entire neighborhoods have pulled out all the stops to deck the halls. Some decorators have drawn from the region’s storied past, some take the traditional approach, some light up the night, and in one neighborhood, dozens of homeowners tapped into their inner Martha Stewart, hoping to win one of the coveted awards up for grabs.

has presented a Civil War Christmas. Despite this dark time in American history, families found a way to celebrate.

Historic Places

“We make popcorn and cranberry garland, clothespin soldiers and pomander balls—the Visitor Center smells wonderful with this one,” she said. “The gentleman who plays Santa is truly

For more than a decade, Leesylvania State Park, located along the Potomac River at 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge,

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“The decorations were simple. They mostly used what they had in their houses,” said Sarah Percival, chief ranger, who added that the hands-on approach to the history of the Civil War and Christmas traditions features family-friendly activities and the chance to interact with costumed interpreters, who share stories about life in the 1860s.

wonderful. He had his costume made to fit the times, and his beard is authentic.”

The special event begins Saturday, Dec. 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For $2 per person or $6 per family, visitors are encouraged to try a little bit of everything the park has to offer: making ornaments, tasting food from that era, talking to Santa, listening to period music and taking a winter walk on one of the many trails.

Less than five miles north, Rippon Lodge (15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge), has put together a holiday program depicting Christmas through the ages. Built circa 1747, the house is situated between Neabsco Creek, the Potomac River and Route 1. Rippon Lodge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is maintained by Prince William County’s Historic Preservation Division, a public works department. The interior and exterior of the historic house will be decorated for the holidays.

“This is our third year doing the Holiday through the Ages program,” said Jessica Maria Alicea, historic site manager of Rippon Lodge. “We decorate several rooms on the first floor in different periods of Christmas and explain how traditions and decorations have evolved.”

Richard Blackburn, sang psalms and hymns at church, while English Christmas carols, such as ‘Joy to the World,’ were sung at home.” And although there was some gift-giving, she said it was mostly among adults.

“In Victorian times we see the shift, and Christmas Day becomes more of the focus for celebrating,” she explained. Whereas Colonial decorations are more natural, during the Victorian era, families brought out their best china and silverware and set out extravagant food displays.

“This is also when we had the introduction of the Christmas tree,” she said. In keeping with theme, the Victorian room includes a tree trimmed with wrapped presents and glass ornaments. By WWI and throughout the 1930s, Christmas traditions became more secular, many featuring Santa Claus.

The Holidays through the Ages tour is available every Saturday in December from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $5 per person, and children under 6 are free. Santa arrives at Rippon Lodge on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 1–3 p.m. Cost is $2 per child.

Reservations are recommended for groups larger than four.

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This year, four periods are featured: Colonial times, the Victorian era, the years of World War I, and the 1930s. Without revealing too many details about the much-anticipated decorations, Alicea offered an overview of what visitors might expect.

On the second Sunday of December—this year that’s Dec. 10— the Manassas Women’s Club hosts its annual Holiday House tour from 1–4 p.m. Tickets cost $20 per person, and the proceeds are used for scholarships awarded to local high school students.

Colonial Christmas, she said, was celebrated very differently than the holiday is today. “It was the era of Twelfth Night, which started on Christmas Day,” she said. “People went to church quite often since it was a religious holiday. Anglicans, such as

“We have people come in from as far as Maryland,” said Robin Armentrout, Manassas Women’s Club member, who serves on (continues on page 6)

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the ways and means committee that organizes this fundraiser.

“Manassas is an old Civil War town, and the shops are decorated for Christmas. This history and the quaintness draws people.”

Armentrout, responsible for recruiting homeowners to participate, said ideally homes would be located within the Manassas city limits. However, she’s been known to expand into Bristow if more than one house in the neighborhood joins the tour.

“Some homes are modest with just a Christmas tree and some decorations, but they are homes with beautiful architecture, artwork or furniture from their [owners’] travels,” she said.

The only commitment the homeowners make is to decorate their homes. Some decorate just one room; others decorate from top to bottom, inside and out. If necessary, club members will pitch in and help with decorating.

When Armentrout’s house was on the tour a few years ago, she decorated every room. She said the decorations were traditional, featuring a Christmas tree covered with homemade ornaments and a snowman collection. Her bedroom was all-Virginia, including a tree with state-themed ornaments. In her kitchen, she had a table-top, cookie cutter tree.

“The homeowner has option to stay or take free tickets to go on the tour,” said Armentrout, who explained that Women’s Club members are stationed throughout the house for the duration of

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the tour. “When visitors come in, I give them a history of the house if there is one. Then I send them where they need to go.”

Club members make cookies and pastries, which are offered with punch, with homeowners’ permission.

Lighting Up the Night Some homeowners put candles in their windows; some string lights on their trees. Some do both. But the Anderson family of Woodbridge takes their Christmas light display to a new level.

“This started as a competition between my husband and brother-in-law,” said Teresa Anderson. That little competition has evolved into a five-acre, drive-thru light show with lights, music, inflatables, a Nativity display and Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

“My mother-in-law loves Christmas. She started this when they were little, and now it’s gone hog wild. My husband is the mastermind behind it all.”

From Dec. 1 through Dec. 30 (excluding Christmas Eve), cars line up at 15615 Bushey Drive, just off Cardinal Drive in Woodbridge, to view the display from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

“My favorite is the drive-thru lighted arches,” said Anderson, noting that only eight cars enter at a time, which explains the line. “It’s all about the kids and the adults. They are the biggest kids of all. They get so excited. Some have been doing this for 15 to 20 years.” Almost 5,000 cars tour the light show each year.

The Jaeger family (and brother-in-law Jamie Brown) draw the crowds by setting their light show to music. “My brother-inlaw started decorating his Springfield condo porch in 2008,” said Doug Jaeger. “After four years of decorating his balcony, resources and space began running out. Jamie then came to us to see if we wanted to use our house.”

That balcony display has evolved into a nightly six-to-nine song and light show. And the family decoration project has become a community building event. “Our first few years of decorating were an attempt to do something for kids in the neighborhood,” said Jaeger. “Then the wheels started turning, and we began to see we could use this [occasion] to collect food and money for the local food bank.” Tubs will be set out for canned food donations.

The show opens every Thanksgiving night at 5552 Reagon Court, Woodbridge.

In Gainesville, Meadows at Morris Farm homeowners do it all: lights, inflatables, synchronized light shows, window candles and whatever else they think will win the judges’ votes for the neighborhood Christmas display contest.

“Our neighborhood has always done a great job of decorating for the holidays,” said Matt Megel, neighborhood real estate expert and owner of CAZA Gainesville. “Neighbors had been commenting on nearby neighborhoods with official competitions. As our community’s Facebook administrator and

real estate agent, I thought it would be a fun way to let people know about some of the stellar decorating jobs done in the neighborhood.”

Megel created award categories and offered a snow blower as the grand prize. More than 20 residents decorated their homes in an effort to claim one of the coveted yard signs: n The Clark Griswold Award for the Brightest Home, n The Martha Stewart Award for Most Elegant Home, n The Picasso Award for Most Creative Home, n The Jim Carrey Award for the Wackiest Home, and n Grand Prize and Best Overall “If you are looking for some of Prince William’s finest decorations, come check out our little neighborhood,” said Megel. “In fact, we hereby challenge other neighborhoods to meet our awesomeness.”

Marianne Weaver (mweaver@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance editor and writer. She earned a BA from the University of Pittsburgh and an MJ from Temple University.

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on a high note

How Chalk Artistry Became a Full-Time Job

By Ashley Claire Simpson

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rtists today use more mediums to showcase their talent.

There are more ways to create works of art than there were just a decade ago. And, while some forms of art are created with digital technology, many still do require the human hand. Enter: chalk art—typically, illustrations on a chalkboard or similar surface using either actual chalk or chalk pens.

Local artist Alex McDonald, who started his journey with traditional pen and paper, has recently expanded his artistic vision to include chalk art. Chalk art, he discovered, has become quite popular in recent years, especially within retail and dining establishments.

McDonald has been running his painting company, Brand New Painting, since 2012, and only added chalk to his portfolio a couple of years ago when he managed the decoration of Simply Desserts, the Gainesville bakery that his mother, Kimberly McDonald, opened in October 2015.

“I got into chalk art through Simply Desserts and then furthered my learning and technique in Bar Louie and a couple other establishments,” Alex said. “I had a friend do some lettering artwork for Simply Desserts, and the style fascinated me. I watched some videos online and practiced on every piece of paper within reach. That translated into the chalkboards of Simply Desserts and Bar Louie [in Gainesville], as well as [some] in a few homes.”

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Alex McDonald, owner of Brand New Painting, works on a design.

A Passion Realized Early Growing up an athletic child in Chantilly, he always excelled in sports—namely, soccer. As many hours as he logged on the field, his true retreat was in crafting all kinds of designs and illustrations on paper.

“I first realized I had a passion for art when I was very young,” he said. “I used to draw on all my notebooks, schoolbooks, walls, rooms and more. Every surface was a canvas to me and that is how it has always been. I never wanted to sit and learn art in school, private classes or anything of that sort. I’ve always approached my work in a way such that if I am interested in it, then I will adopt it and evolve in it as an artist. I see design in everything; it’s a part of me and that will never stop. Because of that alone, I know I have always and will always be an artist.”

Kimberly McDonald will always remember Alex—her middle child—being an artist practically from birth. “Alex has always been creative,” she said. “He was always ‘doodling.’ I always noticed him sketching on pieces of paper since elementary school. He received an honorable mention in the sixth grade for a Reflection [art] Contest. He took an art class in high school, and it seemed to click to everyone that he was actually good. From there, he started drawing different characters that were different and unusual. He really got good, and he kept developing his creativity.”

The apple didn’t fall far from the tree, either.

“My mother was an artist, and Alex really loved her work,” she said. “He’s always attributed his innate talent to her.”

Taking Care of Business In just his early 20s, McDonald, whose artist name is BlackPaint due to his appreciation for simple color schemes, launched Brand New Painting LLC. At a time when parents often urge their artist children to find something “practical” to pursue professionally, Alex actually has found a way to turn art into his full-time job.

“With Brand New Painting, I do residential painting for homeowners, small businesses and various art projects,” Alex explained. “I’ve completed [a variety of projects] from painting bedrooms, murals, canvas, shoes and clothes to teaching art classes and designing greeting and other special occasion cards.”

Through Brand New Painting, McDonald has taken on hundreds of projects. Of course, his closest-to-home client has been his mom in the design of Simply Desserts. “I gave Alex complete reign in taking my ideas and then translating them as he executed the design of the store,” she said. “There isn’t a day that goes by when someone doesn’t walk in and compliment the interior design— from the colors to the chalk art to the painting on the walls.”

Chalk It Up to Fate These days, McDonald is making masterpieces out of chalk—the same utensils children use to play tic-tac-toe or draw hopscotch boundaries on asphalt on warm days. It’s his openness to different projects and opportunities that led him to incorporate chalk art into his business offerings.

This is just one example of the chalk art that Alex McDonald can do for a local business.

“There are no boundaries to what project I will take on,” McDonald said. “If I am asked to do something, and it seems like something I can execute to the standard of perfection I hold myself to, I’ll take it on. That’s partly how I added chalk to my tool chest.”

Despite his development as a multi-medium artist, McDonald’s favorite artistic devices remain the ones with which he began his journey with art. “Pencils and pens have always been my favorite,” he said. “I paint a lot because of my business, but for the most part, I prefer to use black pens and black markers. I’ll try it all, though, and if I like it, I’ll learn more and progress. Less often, I’ll drop it and explore other alternatives.”

Always evolving, McDonald said his artistic goals going forward are quite simple. “My goal is always to do more art,” he said. “I do art all day, every day, and I can’t get enough of new styles I am attracted to. I’m sure I will continue to do chalk art, adapt, and learn more along the way.”

Ashley Claire Simpson (asimpson@princewilliamliving.com) is a corporate communications professional by day, but her real passion is learning more about this community—and world—by writing for publications like Prince William Living. She has been crafting features and human interest articles since her college newspaper days at the University of Virginia. prince william living December 2017

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the fashion folder All the Trimmings

By Roxy Rowton

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his holiday season, glamour, in the form of figure-skimming dresses and tailored trouser suits, encourages dressing up whether for an afternoon theatrical performance or for an evening of dance and champagne.

Satin, brocade, velvet, metallics and lace are the high notes that enliven the holiday wardrobe with luxe details, luminous tones and rich textures. Much like the heroine of a Victorian novel draped in regal cloth from top to toe, the same prettiness and femininity is out and about this season for sophisticated holiday dressing.

Shaped for glamour. The drape and movement of silk are luxurious and sensuous. Film stars of the late 1920s and early 1930s admired crepe-backed silk for the way it emboldened but never overpowered the female frame. With skirts that swirl and twirl and hues from soft pastels to rich neutrals, dress up in loveliness for all manner of holiday celebrations.

Silhouette of grandeur. Once the fine cloth of choice for nobility and royalty for the way it traced and exalted the female form, the texture and appearance of velvet are regal and seductive. With fluted hems that cascade to the floor and ruched sweetheart necklines, velvet enriches the holiday wardrobe for all the season’s soirées.

Fashioned for ornamentation. The graphic drama and scale of a metallic garment are expressive and theatrical. Lurex and lamé were the party fabrics of the 1980s. With trousers tapered for liquid-like movements and voluminous sleeves for eye candy, metallics infuse glitz and glam into holiday party dressing.

Profile of elegance. The intricate patterns and motifs of lace are beautiful and appealing. This enduring cloth is one of the earliest luxury status textiles and has been the inspiration for sartorial adaptations. With scalloped edges that frame the shoulders, necklines and hemlines, lace is an ideal holiday choice for professional day-to-evening affairs.

Ribbons, ruffles, ruching, embroidery, beading, sequins and other flourishes—the most decorative of sartorial gestures —lend your holiday looks as much refinement as these are fetching. Set the tone for the festivities with embellishments, small touches or long sweeps, that make an entrance and have charm to spare.

Nothing is too dramatic. If there is any season that enunciates party dressing, it is now.

Wardrobe and style consultant Roxy L. Rowton (rlrowton@ everydayrefinement.com) spends much of her workweek in the closet or the fitting room helping women look and feel their very best. She has two-plus decades in the fashion, apparel and beauty industries.

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Deer Hunting at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge

By Paul Keily

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ccoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge is located on 642 acres of diverse wetlands and grasslands in Woodbridge where many different types of wildlife make their home in a bustling metropolitan area. A cast of ospreys, songbirds, waterfowl and butterflies migrate to the area throughout the year, meaning you are likely to see different fauna with every visit.

Many species call the refuge home, including North American river otters, great blue herons, whitetail deer, painted turtles, turkeys, spotted salamanders, bald eagles and red foxes. The flora of the area is just as captivating. The Occoquan River and the refuge’s many creeks allow for a transitional environment between wetlands, woodlands and grasslands where you can find plants from each habitat within walking distance of one another.

Hunters Must Qualify before Admittance to the Refuge

Every year in December or January, Occoquan Bay briefly closes to accommodate several controlled deer hunts. The hunts are limited in scope, and hunters are selected through a lottery process. In 2017, the application process moved entirely online.

Applications for the lottery cost $15 for the public, and $10 for those with a federal Senior Pass or a federal Access Pass for those with disabilities. Applications were due in late September, and the winners were announced at the end of the month via email.

On the day of the hunt, check-in starts at 5:30 a.m. at the front gate of the refuge. Permit holders and standby hunters form two separate lines. If any spaces are left available at 6 a.m., then the standby hunters will be allowed to enter after paying a $20 fee.

Admittance to the refuge ends at 6:15 a.m. sharp. Once hunters are inside the gate, they will be escorted to one of 22 tree stands with tripods. One mobility-impaired tree stand is available.

Shooting must end at noon when staff begin to escort hunters out of the refuge. Hunters cannot leave their designated areas during the hunt.

Winners of the lottery are assigned hunt permits valid for one day and one parking space at the refuge. Permits cost an additional $25, or $15 for those with a Senior or Access Pass, and must be purchased online during the two weeks after winners are announced. The selected winners must then complete an online hunting orientation consisting of a video and a 25-question test.

If any hunters failed to meet these requirements by Oct. 14, their permits become available for a limited time on a first come-first served basis to all hunters who entered the lottery.

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Prior to the hunt, winners must qualify the firearms and ammunition they intend to use on the day of the hunt at an approved range. To qualify, hunters must fire three shots at a 12� diameter circle target at 50 yards, with a passing score of at least two striking within the circle from an off-hand position.

Two attempts are allowed for each firearm. Hunters do not need to qualify annually, as qualification cards remain valid for three years. Any gauge of shotgun is acceptable, and only slugs may be used during the hunt. Buckshot is strictly prohibited to avoid pollution to the refuge. Hunters are not allowed to scout the area before the hunt.

Hunters must bring their own tree stand harnesses and cell phones to communicate with staff. Hunters may also bring along an aide to assist them with deer retrieval during the hunt. Aides must be at least 16 years-old and must complete the orientation.

If they have valid hunting licenses they may hunt, but must be available to help the primary hunter at all times. Aides are prohibited from driving deer to the hunter and should remain at

the hunt stand or in the parking lot when not retrieving a deer.

The names of aides must be submitted to staff two weeks before the hunt. Hunters may request a volunteer aide from the staff if they cannot find a willing participant.

Children under the age of 18 are allowed to participate in the hunt, but must be accompanied by an adult throughout the day.

The adults may only possess firearms if they have their own hunt permits from the refuge.

Hunters Help Control the Deer Population Harvest limits change from year to year, but the Occoquan Bay hunts are for whitetail deer only. To control the deer population, multiple deer may be harvested in a day, depending on a hunter’s tags, but only one may be antlered. Deer Management Assistance Program tags will be available for all hunters for antlerless deer only; these tags do not count toward daily or yearly limits.

Immediate check-in of all harvested deer is required. Hunters must use their cell phones to contact the check-in station. This number will be provided on the day of the hunt. Hunting can continue once staff are contacted. When presented at the

check-in station, all deer must be field dressed. No additional processing is to take place in the field. Entrails must be either buried or removed.

The Occoquan Bay staff work with other local parks, refuges and nature preserves to coordinate the time of each year’s deer hunt. Visitor Services Manager Rosalind Wu said, “The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries plays a central role in providing us with information about deer management, deer movement throughout the state and any diseases that may affect deer populations. By July 31, we will announce the hunt dates for the 2018 season.”

The refuge is open year-round, and from Oct. 1 – Mar. 31, hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. From Apr. 1 – Sept. 30, hours are from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Entrance fees are $2 for private vehicles and $1 if you are entering by foot or bicycle. Annual passes can be purchased for $10.

Paul Keily (pkeily@princewilliamliving.com) is a lifelong Prince William County resident and graduate student at Virginia Commonwealth University and is a special education teacher in the area.

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giving back

Benedictine Sisters of Virginia

Serving the Community for 150 Years

By Olivia Overman

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aving first opened their doors in 1868 in Richmond, followed by a monastery in Bristow in 1901, the Benedictine Sisters of Virginia continue to leave their mark on these communities 150 years later. With a total of 29 Sisters, two located in Richmond, the Sisters contribute to the community through programs, such as BEACON, an adult educational assistance program, and BARN, a transitional housing program for homeless women and their children. The Sisters also run two schools, Linton Hall Elementary School located on the grounds of their monastery in Bristow and Saint Gertrude High School in Richmond.

Spreading kindness and good throughout Bristow and the surrounding communities, the Sisters plan to celebrate their upcoming jubilee as they live, with “events and programs for all to enjoy,” said Sister Johanna Burley, director of mission integration and communication.

Helping in Our Community With a focus on helping the most vulnerable people in the community, the Sisters have created programs in line with their Benedictine heritage. Sister Burley describes their calling and why the Sisters work so diligently: “Saint Benedict’s first words to us in his Rule are, ‘listen carefully with the ear of your heart.’

Our [Benedictine] community tries to do this by being interested in and sensitive to the needs of all Virginians and finding ways to minister to those needs.”

Working within the community enables the Sisters to see and understand where the most guidance and assistance are needed.

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“As Benedictine women, we are always looking for how to serve in the area in which we have been placed. We are people of place,” said Sister Glenna Smith, sub-prioress of the community. It is because of their work and presence in the community that the Sisters created programs, such as BEACON, BARN, and the Benedictine Pastoral Center, as well as the Sunfish Swimming program.

“BEACON is an adult literacy ministry, which just celebrated 25 years of assisting immigrants from more than 70 countries in the Manassas area in learning English and other work-related skills and preparing for citizenship,” said Burley.

Benedictine Aid and Relief for Neighbors (BARN) was set up in 1997 when it was clear there was a need for supportive assistance for homeless women and their children. The Benedictine Pastoral Center offers spiritual education programs and retreats while the Sunfish Swimming program offers an outdoor summer program that provides swim lessons to residents between the ages of three and 18. According to Burley, this program was created when the Benedictine community learned of a rise in very young children drowning.

The Sisters’ generosity continues through the offering of their home, the monastery grounds, to the public. “We welcome our neighbors to come and walk, pray in our labyrinth, prayer silos and grotto, and enjoy the many gardens throughout our property, one of which, the Teaching Gardens, is maintained by the master gardeners of Prince William County,” explained Burley. Additionally, they have created the Place of Peace Columbarium, where people of all faiths can place the remains of their loved ones.

Photos provided by Benedictine Sisters

Life as a Benedictine Sister “We rise early for Morning Prayer, stop our work at noon to pray Midday Prayer, and gather together before supper for Evening Prayer. Throughout the day, sisters make time for private prayer, communal chores, and their individual ministries.

This rhythm of our daily routine reminds us to give gratitude to God for divine blessings and to prayerfully intercede to God on behalf of those to whom we minister. This continual connectedness to God, our neighbors, and each other is the core of Benedictine life,” said Burley.

As prioress (or head) of the monastery, Sister Cecilia Dwyer described monastic life as making a community. “The whole point of monastic life is to make community. Community is the main ministry of our lives. Saint Benedict called it a ‘school of the Lord’s service’ and that means that we learn about God from each other, so we have to be in relationship. Relationships are the most important part of our life. Our relationships with each other and with God spill out into the local community and become relationships with all the people who interact with us, and they in turn inspire us to give service and do our ministries to provide what we can for the needs of the local community. So all our ministries—our schools, BEACON, BARN—come from our desire to be in relationship,” she said.

Neighbors can walk and pray in the labyrinth, prayer silos and grotto or enjoy the many gardens throughout the property.

Celebrating 150 Years The Benedictine Sisters of Virginia are an active and vibrant community that has created and developed roots in both Bristow and Richmond. “We have women interested in joining us, and the number of our Oblates [a Christian lay person who associates him or herself with a Benedictine monastery] is growing as well.

Our ministries are strong, and we continue to look for ways to serve the people of the area,” Burley said.

The celebrations for the jubilee will begin on May 1, 2018 with an anniversary mass at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond, the city where the Sisters began on May 1, 1868.

The final jubilee celebration of the year will be a Mass at the monastery celebrated by Bishop Burbidge of Arlington in May 2019, marking the 125th anniversary of the establishment in Bristow. In the months between, there will be events and programs for all to enjoy at the monastery and in Richmond.

Tours, historical presentations, music and arts, fun events and contests are all planned. On Dec. 2, exactly 150 days before the anniversary year begins, a daily offering of stories of the Sisters’ history will be featured on their social media sites.

The Benedictine Sisters of Virginia are active in helping the community.

Speaking about their future in Bristow, Sister Burley said, “We Benedictines are people of place. Once planted, we become firmly rooted. And the soil here is good! We have flourished and will continue to do so, building on the relationships we have established as well as always welcoming new ones.”

A graduate of American University’s School of Communication, Olivia Overman (ooverman@princewilliamliving.com) is a freelance writer for both online and print publications.

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Krapfl had been living with the injury since his college days and kept putting off getting surgery because of the fear of a lengthy recovery.

However, his primary care physician shared with him the many advances that had taken place over the last several decades and advised him to visit a specialist. That’s when Krapfl met board certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Cyrus Press, M.D. “The majority of my patients are baby boomers. They’re active, and they want to remain active. They’re looking for solutions to their problems that extend beyond pain relief,” explains Dr. Press.

Dr. Press, a specialist at the Sentara OrthoJoint Center®, was the first surgeon in Northern Virginia to perform stemless shoulder replacement surgery. Dr. Press thought Ernie Krapfl could be a good candidate for the state-of-the-art procedure.

During a shoulder replacement, the ball and socket of the shoulder are removed. The ball is replaced with metal and the socket is replaced with plastic.

“The newer technology, which this patient received, is a stemless shoulder replacement. This minimizes the amount we have to go into the bone in order to put this metal ball on,” explains Dr. Press.

That’s means less pain for stemless shoulder replacement patients. And for Ernie Krapfl, that means he’s been able to return to the game he loves.

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lifelong learning Five Professional Tips for Job Hunters

By Ashley Claire Simpson

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ooking for a new job can be as turbulent as the emotional journey of dating and relationships. It’s easy to get your heart set on a new position and then feel utterly devastated when it doesn’t come to fruition. It makes sense that people feel this way.

With all the time and energy we pour into earning our paychecks, it’s important for our work lives to be satisfying.

The economic downturn of 2007-2008 changed the job search process for everyone, and trends among the older members of the workforce trickled down to affect everyone looking for gainful employment.

“It is taking much longer for folks to find jobs,” said Michelle Davis-Younger, the president and founder of 1FORHR LLC, a human resources consulting firm in Manassas. “People are afraid, so they are staying in jobs much longer. Unfortunately, many seniors have to remain or go back into the workforce to take care of their grown children, who are coming back home to live with their families, too. It changes the job landscape for everyone.”

The process of identifying and securing a satisfying job can require a significant amount of time, effort and strategy. Read below for five professional tips to consider when you search for your next job.

1.Start with a good, hard look at your resume. As much as some things have changed, some remain the same. Your resume is still the first view of you that a potential employer will get, so you need to polish it knowing that first impressions last.

“It is essential to update and proofread your resume,” Gala Johnson, the vice president of marketing at the Manassasheadquartered Employment Enterprises Inc., said. “Having a typo in a resume is a non-negotiable for our recruiting team and most companies. Put month and year dates in your resume. Don’t make the interviewer guess if you worked there a year or a month.

Have a separate list of references, including names, titles, company names and contact information.”

In addition to having a crisp, clean resume, you should know the contents of your resume well enough so that you won’t just regurgitate the information during any in-person interviews. “Do your research on the company and come to the interview dressed professionally and with a hard copy of your resume,” Johnson said.

“We have the e-version but want to see how prepared you are at the interview. Another non-negotiable is walking in unprepared for the interview. Do mock interviews and nail your elevator speech to elaborate on your resume, not just repeat it.”

Having the right relationship with your resume is important for recent college graduates and for older people in the workforce. The ability to market your experience the right way both during inperson interviews and on your resume is invaluable.

“Baby Boomers need to follow the same advice as Millennials,” Johnson said. “You should always focus on the positive. Your technical skills may not be as savvy as a recent grad, but your knowledge and experiences count. Don’t apologize for anything, and don’t underestimate the value of a knowledgeable, experienced worker.”

2. Prepare to be flexible and get creative. As the owner of a business that provides basic Human Resources functions for small companies as well as resume writing and resume preparation services for job search candidates, Davis-Younger has a window into both sides of the job search process. “It costs a lot of money to bring someone on board,” Davis-Younger said. “Naturally, a company wants to make sure they are getting the right fit, so be prepared for anything and everything that’s legal. From threehour interviews to personality or aptitude tests, be prepared for everything that comes up.”

For those trying to enter a new industry, look for internships or even volunteer opportunities for related experience. “In most cases, you will have to get some experience in the new industry,” Davis-Younger said. “No one will hire someone who has no experience in a position they are looking to fill. Then, use your related volunteer experience to help with selling yourself. That you volunteer will also say a lot about your character.”

Johnson said that temporary job placements are also a great avenue for young people starting out and for anyone who may want to take steps toward a new career path.

“Get training and education, and if you want to try various jobs before committing, a temporary staffing company could be the answer,” she said.

3. Stop, look and listen when it comes time to talk salary.

When an interviewer asks you to name your price, stop yourself from declaring the first number. “He who gives the first number (continues on page 33) prince william living December 2017

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taking care of business Small Company, Big Giving

Loveless Porter Architects, LLC Is Committed to Giving Back A

Photo by Kathy Strauss

small firm in a small city—that’s how Sean Porter describes Loveless Porter Architects LLC. The firm, originally known as Robert B. Loveless, AIA, Architects, has provided full architectural and engineering services to clients since 1975. It became a partnership in January 2007, a year after Porter joined Loveless in business.

“Rob and I were 25 years apart [in age], so we balanced each other well. Once he decided to retire, I purchased his share of the firm,” said Porter.

Porter became interested in architecture when he was in high school. “It was the only thing I was good at,” he said. “I was good at math and art, and the old ‘job-or-career test’ pointed to architecture.”

Porter attended high school in Vienna and moved to Manassas shortly after college, giving him plenty of years to grow to love and appreciate the area. When asked what is most attractive to him about the Prince William County area, he said, “My wife, my place of work and the atmosphere of a small city.

Sean Porter

“I love the coziness of walking through historic Manassas and being able to walk down the street and wave to someone you know. It’s a great feeling.”

Through Loveless Porter Architects (LPA), Porter has made a personal commitment to give back in a variety of ways. One such venture is through his support of Semper K9.

Attending his teenage sons’ sporting events, socializing with people in the community and exploring new area vineyards also top his list of favorite pastimes. And just a glance at his

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involvement within the PWC community makes it clear how committed he is to the area.

Giving Back Is a Verb

Semper K9’s mission is “to enhance the quality of life for wounded, critically ill and injured members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families by providing them assistance dogs.”

Photo by Kathy Strauss

The nonprofit trains rescued and donated dogs as service dogs for psychiatric alert and mobility challenges and provides the service dogs free of charge to wounded service members.

With Loveless retiring and Porter getting a grasp on LPA as a sole owner, he began searching for ways to support the Prince William community.

“Semper K9 was brought to my attention by my marketing company, Imagine,” said Porter. “They had a very large project at its beginning stages, and I thought it was a great opportunity to bring our services and talents to their aid,” said Porter.

Porter provides LPA’s services to Semper K9 pro bono and has encouraged his consultants to do the same.

But Porter and LPA didn’t stop at providing free services to one organization. He also teamed up with Steven Liga, CEO of ACTS of Prince William County. ACTS (Action in Community Through Service) provides assistance to the homeless, victims of domestic and sexual abuse, and those struggling with thoughts of suicide.

Liga and Porter became fast friends and discussed Porter’s desire to give back. This led to LPA providing construction documents for the building renovation and expansion of the ACTS program free of charge, as well as additional financial support.

the staff and corporate level, through charitable giving, volunteer hours and their Community Builder program.

“With the Community Builder program, we partner with a deserving organization to provide pro bono or deeply discounted consulting and design services,” said Porter.

Some of the organizations they work with include The Boys and Girls Club, CASA CIS, Habitat for Humanity and The Arc of Greater Prince William. The company is also associated with Leadership Prince William, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, Historic Manassas Inc., and the Fraternal Order of Police. Porter serves on the board of CASA CIS and the Manassas Business Council.

Loveless Porter Architects practices commercial architecture and provides full-service construction options. Operating in a laidback atmosphere, with a collaborative approach to their work, Loveless Porter Architects is a small firm in a small city, making a big impact by giving back.

Find out more about Loveless Porter Architects at lovelessporterarchitects.com.

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family fun

Be Kind to One Another Story and Photos By Amanda Causey Baity

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saying made popular by Ellen DeGeneres, “Be Kind to One Another” is something we should all adopt. While it can be hard during the holiday season…or while commuting in Northern Virginia traffic, being kind seems to have escaped us all. When I do encounter an act of kindness, I am so blown away that there are still amazing people who want to make this world a better place.

There are so many acts of kindness that can be done; the whole family can easily be involved. I have created 25 Acts of Random Kindness for Your Family printable that you can download at pwliving.com. Each day throughout the holiday, I will be sharing reminders and tips on my business Facebook page (facebook.com/ amandabaityblog), so be sure to follow along and see how my family is participating.

For years, my family has had a tradition of doing random acts of kindness leading up to the holidays. My children love being able to hand out small gifts or pay for the person behind us in line at the fast-food drive-thru. They turn and look behind at the surprise on people’s faces and giggle. That sound warms my heart and gets us all in the spirit of the season.

Use the list as ideas…your acts should be random, after all.

Last year, after several years of brainstorming, we created a card to go along with our acts of random kindness to encourage others to pay it forward.

Since my husband and I founded a nonprofit several years ago that works with dogs, we decided to call our campaign B.A.R.K., or Baity Acts of Random Kindness. When we do something nice, we attach a card, which sends people to a website where we have a custom message and video, challenging others to be kind along with suggestions on ways they can give back for the holidays…or more importantly every day!

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A go-to is to keep $5 gift cards from your favorite coffee shop on hand to give out as the situation occurs. Here are a few of our favorite gift ideas to give; a recipe for my favorite cookies and a holiday ornament craft. Get the family involved in making something sweet to hand out, but as a tip I would include the ingredients on any food items in case there are dietary restrictions or food allergy concerns.

Wooden Chalkboard Medallion Ornaments Supplies: tree limb chalkboard paint handsaw/jigsaw/table saw paintbrush twine sanding paper drill with small bit chalk (continues on page 26)

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Easy Peanut Butter Cookies

KIND (continued from page 24) Directions Find a tree limb that is the width you prefer. Keep in mind larger sizes will not hang properly on a tree so keep it about three inches. Use your saw and slice as many pieces off that you would like. Always do a few more than needed just in case you mess up on something.

Get your sandpaper and sand the side you are going to paint just enough to get the grain of the wood smooth.

Go ahead and drill a hole at the top portion...but not too close to the top, to prevent splitting or breaking.

Use chalkboard paint to create your surface. Allow it to dry 12-24 hours.

Prime your chalkboard surface by lightly running the chalk over the chalk paint area and then cleaning off with a dry/ lightly damp cloth.

Run your twine through the drilled hole and tie. Create a custom design and include the piece of chalk with your gift. You can buy small gift bags at the dollar store and attach your note or card.

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I think I have shared this recipe before. It is so easy and delicious that I have to share it again!

Ingredients 1 egg 1 cup sugar 1 cup peanut butter (I use chunky peanut butter, but you can use creamy.)

Directions Heat oven to 350°F. Beat egg in large bowl with mixer until foamy. Add remaining ingredients; mix well.

Shape into one-inch balls. Place, two inches apart, on baking sheets. Flatten, in crisscross pattern, with tines of fork.Bake 10 min. or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 1 min. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

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home & hearth 5 Home Upgrades with Staying Power

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ust before the holidays can be the perfect time for homeowners to complete projects that busy summer schedules didn’t allow. It’s also a great time to look at ways to add lasting value to your property. This season, upgrade cheap fixes, freshen dated looks and incorporate lasting improvements to your home.

1. Lose the linoleum. Linoleum has been popular in many homes since the 1950s, but these days it’s not the only flooring option for durability and waterproofing in areas like the kitchen and bath. Wood-look tile has become hugely popular, and the style isn’t going anywhere. Retailers like Lumber Liquidators carry an array of wood-look porcelain tile, vinyl and engineered flooring products that are versatile, water- and stain-resistant and fit with any decor.

2. Upgrade laminate countertops. Particle board and laminate are affordable options, but not ones that will create impact in the kitchen. These days the options are vast for elevating countertops with butcher block, quartz, marble, concrete and more. Create a cohesive look with countertops matched to the cabinets. Updating hardware can also be an economical way to freshen the space and tie the look together.

3. Scrape popcorn ceilings. Common in many homes because they’re easy to apply, popcorn ceilings are often one of the first things a new homebuyer wants to change. If you’re looking to sell, scraping the popcorn in favor of a smooth look may win over prospective buyers. Always test popcorn ceilings for asbestos before you start.

4. Rethink wallpaper. Wallpaper had its day, but many new homeowners want it gone—and that’s not always an easy update. Save the headache now and later and opt for neutral paint styles while bringing interest and color with your décor.

Whites and neutral paints for walls and trim brighten a space and make it appear bigger.

5. Walk away from wall-to-wall carpeting. Many homeowners can’t wait to get rid of old, dirty and dated carpets in favor of the quality, reliability and beauty of hardwood and woodlook floors. Now there are a variety of hardwoods, bamboo and wood-look flooring styles from which to choose, and it’s possible to achieve the look of hardwood at an accessible price point.

The best part of making improvements like these now is that homeowners can enjoy them all winter long and far beyond.

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See What All the Buzz Is About

By Helena Tavares Kennedy

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t’s only been around for about a year, but Arepas Bee is quickly becoming a hot spot to visit for new and unique flavors. Arepas Bee serves Venezuela’s famous Empanadas and Arepas, making it stand out since there aren’t many places in the Prince William region that offer Venezuelan food.

The empanadas are the most popular item, according to Martinez, with all three varieties—chicken, beef and cheese—being highly sought after. Empanadas are made with a cornmeal-based dough, often called harina pan, which has some sugar added to sweeten it.

After being filled, they are fried to a golden crisp color.

Located inside the Beehive indoor playground at a shopping center in Woodbridge, Arepas Bee may not stand out from the outside of the building, but the food sure does. While the location may seem strange, it actually works quite well, as families come to play at the Beehive, work up an appetite and then have a place right there to eat a delicious lunch or dinner that beats fast food any day.

In traditional Venezuelan households, arepas and empanadas can be served as an appetizer, side dish or main dish, depending on the heartiness of the fillings. At Arepas Bee, they are worthy of a main dish due to their nice, large size and hefty fillings that are more than enough to fill you up for lunch or dinner.

Venezuelan Culinary Delights General Managers A.J. Martinez and Maria Gomez operate the restaurant. Martinez said, “There aren’t many Venezuelan restaurants in this entire region, so when the Beehive playground offered us the opportunity to share our food and take over their kitchen in 2016, we jumped on it.”

Inside, you’ll find a casual, clean, modern eating area with plenty of tables and chairs, an open kitchen so you can watch the magic happen, and a counter to order food. The menu at the counter offers some expected kid-friendly food for the Beehive kids like hot dogs, chicken tenders, and mac and cheese, but people usually come for the amazing arepas and empanadas.

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The arepas are baked instead of fried but still have a nice crunch.

Arepas are also a best-selling item, “especially with Central Americans in the area that have similar things in their cultures and are excited to try something new,” said Martinez.

The most popular arepa is the Pabellon, which is filled to the brim and beyond with seasoned shredded beef, beans, fried plantains, and Venezuelan cheese called queso rallado. Since it’s difficult to find any places in Northern Virginia that sell Venezuelan cheese, Arepas Bee has to venture down to Miami, which has large Venezuelan communities, to order some of its authentic ingredients.

The food is not just authentic in its ingredients, but the three Arepas Bee staff members who help Martinez in the kitchen are all Venezuelan, so you can be sure you are truly eating authentic

Empanadas (above) and Pabellon (right) are the most popular items at Arepas Bee.

Venezuelan-style food. Even the drinks have been well thought out to include Parchita, a passion fruit juice; Colita, a drink similar to a cream soda; and Malta Polar, a malted soda beverage that is very common in Venezuela.

P., said, “The food is crazy good! They must sprinkle magic in the empanadas.” Trish from Woodbridge said, “That garlic sauce was to die for. It really adds to the arepa. Put it on your arepa. It worked well with the cheese and meat one. This place rocks, and I plan to eat here again.”

Hesitant Eaters Can Start with a Pepito

Be sure to visit Arepas Bee located at 13412 Jefferson Davis Highway, Woodbridge, near the Food Lion in Station Plaza.

Use the entrance to the Beehive Indoor Playground, and the restaurant is just inside the Beehive entrance. You can also call the restaurant at 703-910-7108 or visit the Facebook page (facebook.com/arepasbee) to see the menu, reviews, photos of the delicious offerings and more.

If you are hesitant about trying Venezuelan food, Martinez recommends you start with a beef or chicken pepito. The pepito sandwiches are more similar to American-style sandwiches; yet you can get a taste of the Venezuelan-style seasoned beef or chicken in the filling. “This is more in people’s comfort zones,” said Martinez.

The best part of Arepas Bee for Martinez has been the partnering with Beehive playground and watching all the families and kids come to Arepas Bee and try new foods. “A lot of people from different cultures and backgrounds come here, and I take real pride in serving our customers and want them to come back,” said Martinez. If you don’t know what something is on the menu, ask the staff as they are happy to help new customers figure out the best items to start with based on personal preferences and tastes.

The flavor is truly unique, and unless you are Venezuelan, it’s not something you’ve had anywhere else. One customer, Delia

Helena Tavares Kennedy (hkennedy@princewilliamliving.com), was born in Venezuela and grew up with Arepas and Empanadas. She can attest that Arepas Bee served up authentic Venezuelan food even better than what she remembers eating in Venezuela. Kennedy is a longtime Prince William County resident and is a freelance writer and communications consultant at htkmarketingservices.com and livinggreendaybyday.com.

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your finances Retirement Saving for the Self-Employed

By Bennett Whitlock, CRPC® Private Wealth Advisor

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f you are self-employed, you need to make retirement saving part of your routine. Even a modest amount can make a big difference in the total amount of your nest egg. Once your income is more consistent, consider increasing your contribution. There are a variety of retirement savings vehicles for self-employed individuals to consider. Among the most popular savings options are: SEP-IRAs. A Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA allows you to set aside as much as 25 percent of your net earnings from self-employment, up to $54,000 per year in 2017. A SEP is easy to administer, requires minimal paperwork, and gives you the ability to build a significant pool of savings for retirement.

SIMPLE IRA. This is a fairly simple plan to establish for the self-employed or small business owners. You can contribute 100 percent of your net self-employment earnings up to $12,500 ($15,500 for those age 50 and older). As your own employer, you can also make a modest additional or matching contribution.

Solo 401(k). As a business owner, you’re able to make contributions as both an employer and an employee. As the owner, you can contribute up to 100 percent of your net selfemployment earnings on a pre-tax basis, up to $54,000 in 2017. You can save an additional $18,000 ($24,000 for those age 50 and older) in the plan. For the individual contribution, you have the option of either making pre-tax contributions or saving after-tax dollars into a Roth 401(k) that offers benefits similar to a Roth IRA. A 401(k) has additional administrative requirements that do not apply to some of the other savings options.

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). Another potential option is to maximize annual contributions to IRAs. Those under age 50 can save as much as $5,500 (or 100 percent of income, whichever is less) in an IRA. Those 50 and older can set aside an extra $1,000 above that limit. Contributions may be tax deductible based on your income. Otherwise, you may have the option to save your after-tax dollars into a Roth IRA, if you qualify. When all conditions are met, earnings accumulated in a Roth IRA have the potential to give you a tax-free income steam in retirement.

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LIFELONG LEARNING (continued from page 21) always loses,” Davis-Younger said. “Let the company come to you with a number, and then you negotiate. You should also find out the benefits and any perks that can be used instead of straight salary, such as paying for your cell phone, offering bonuses, and more.”

A combination of analyzing your own finances and doing adequate research on what your local industry peers are making can only increase your chances of driving up the salary offer.

“You need to have an idea of what you need to make should you accept any job,” Johnson said. “You have to know what expenses you need to cover and what you need to live on. Do the math.

Don’t listen to what the ‘statistics’ show about what you should be earning. Each person is unique and has individual needs and talent. Letting a company know that you have a range in mind is always good as it shows you are willing to negotiate, but that you don’t price yourself too low or at an unrealistic high.”

There are plenty of free resources online, too, to help you identify that range. “Always research on Glassdoor before an interview or accepting an official offer,” Johnson added. “Be aware that salary varies depending on the metropolitan area. You can use Wanted Analytics and LinkedIn to compare pay in similar fields.”

4. Look at the whole [benefits] package. There is such a thing as a hidden paycheck. While of course you must make decisions based on your family’s wellbeing, don’t respond to a job offer until you’ve considered all the benefits it does—or doesn’t—offer.

Some of the perks that come with a job can absolutely make up for a few numbers missing in a paycheck. “The trends now are for organizations to give more time off or to offer more work-fromhome options so that employees can strike a healthier family-work balance,” Davis-Younger said. “Then, a lot of people today want to work for companies who are active in the community.”

From stellar health insurance to 401(k) programs with generous company matches, there are many ways for an organization to more than make up for a paycheck on the lower end of your salary range.

5. Never give up. Even if you have to accept a position that falls short of “dream job” status, think of the move as a strategic placement as opposed to a disappointment.

“Never settle,” Johnson said. “If you have a passion or a vision for what you want to do with your life and your career, pursue that route. If you need to pay rent or eat in-between finding that perfect job, then working as a contractor is always an option.

Short-term or long-term employment solutions will help pay the bills while you look for that ‘dream job.’ And sometimes, that short-term job turns into something you didn’t expect and becomes the ideal job that you didn’t know you wanted.”

Ashley Claire Simpson (asimpson@princewilliamliving.com) is a corporate communications professional by day, but her real passion is learning more about this community—and world —by writing for publications like Prince William Living. She has been crafting features and human interest articles since her college newspaper days at the University of Virginia.

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Ice Skating at the Harris Pavilion in Historic Manassas Each winter the Harris Pavilion is transformed into an outdoor ice skating facility perfect for the whole family, featuring a quality sound system, premium lighting, and satellite music that customers of all ages will enjoy. Check harrispavilion. com/index.php/ice-skating or call the hotline for operating hours at 703-3619800.

Santa Lights Manassas

Fri. Dec. 1 | 5:15 – 9 p.m.

Manassas Museum Lawn 9101 Prince William St., Manassas Santa Lights Manassas, formerly known as the Tree Lighting, has been a fixture in the Manassas community for over 25 years!

The magic of the evening begins with holiday musical performances on West Street and the Manassas Museum lawn followed by Santa and Mrs. Claus’ arrival at the Manassas Train Station on the VRE train. After Santa lights the tree, he greets all the children and listens to their holiday wishes at the Harris Pavilion gazebo.

Merry Old Town Greater Manassas Christmas Parade

Sat. Dec. 2 | 10 a.m.

Historic Downtown Manassas One of the largest holiday parades in Northern Virginia with over 100 units: marching bands, floats, high-flying balloons, and more. There will be approximately 2,000 participants and over 300 volunteers. The parade sets the mood for the holiday season and has become a family tradition with multiple generations lining up to watch.

Haymarket’s Holiday Celebration

Sat. Dec. 2 | 3 – 6 p.m.

Haymarket Town Hall 15000 Washington St., Haymarket Enjoy hot cocoa and cider and “A Taste of Haymarket,” hear carols and musical performances, and roast marshmallows over the bonfire in front of Town Hall.

Don’t miss Santa and Mrs. Claus as they

ride through town and visit with the children. The Town Museum stays open all day with a holiday-themed exhibit, and the tree is lit at dusk.

Holiday Night at Rippon Lodge

Sat. Dec. 2 | 5 – 8 p.m.

Rippon Lodge 15520 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge For one night only, see Rippon Lodge by candlelight at Christmastime. Beginning with a special tree lighting ceremony with tree ornaments decorated by local school children, visitors will see the grounds and several of the historic buildings beautifully lit with lights. $5 suggested donation; reservations for groups larger than 4 recommended. RSVP: 703-499-9812

Carriage Rides Around Downtown Sun. Dec. 3, 10, 17 | 1 – 4 p.m.

Manassas Train Depot 9431 West St., Manassas Hop in a carriage and tour the historic streets of Historic Downtown Manassas!

Take in the sights and sounds of the season. Carriage rides will leave from the Train Depot and take you around Historic Downtown (weather permitting). Free.

Annual Messiah Sing-Along

Wed. Dec. 6 | 7 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Students from three area high schools join forces for their annual Messiah SingAlong. The show features an all-student choir and orchestra with professional soloists. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org

Prince William Living Presents Breakfast with an Expert Thurs. Dec. 7 | 8 a.m.

PWAR 4545 Daisy Reid Ave., Suite 150, Woodbridge Join us for a cup of coffee, continental breakfast and information from an expert, who will give you actionable advice you can put to work immediately in your business. RSVP princewilliamliving.com/ breakfastwithanexpert.

Santa’s Lake Ridge Parade/ WinterFest

Sat. Dec. 9 | 11 a.m.

Tackett’s Mill 2241 Old Bridge Rd., Lake Ridge WinterFest begins with “Santa’s Lake Ridge Parade” from 11 a.m. to noon.

WinterFest continues from 3-9 p.m.

Head to Historic Occoquan for shopping and dining. The Workhouse Arts Center’s Saturday Art Walk is held from 6-9 p.m., and there will be fireworks from 7-9 p.m.

Brentsville Holiday Concert Sat. Dec. 9 & 16 | 5 – 7 p.m.

Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre 12229 Bristow Rd., Bristow Join the Brentsville community for seasonal music performed by the Brentsville District High School Choir at the beautiful and historic Brentsville Union Church. Enjoy hot cider and cookies by a warm bonfire. Free; donations accepted. 703-365-7895

Manassas Chorale: Around the World…It’s Christmas

Sat. Dec. 9 | 7:30 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Travel the globe with the Chorale as it sings carols and songs of the season from many countries. Let the Chorale, accompanied by a twenty-piece orchestra, take you on a “world tour” in only two hours. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.

Dailey & Vincent: Spirit of Christmas

Sun. Dec. 10 | 7 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Come enjoy a country Christmas as this award-winning band returns to our stage for a holiday concert of country and bluegrass favorites. Dubbed the “Rockstars of Bluegrass” by Country Music Television, Dailey & Vincent are extolled throughout the music industry as one of the most exciting bluegrass bands in America. Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.

Have an event? Visit princewilliamliving.com/events to submit details to our online calendar.

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Novant Health Auxiliary Bazaar

Tues. Dec. 12 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Wed. Dec. 13 | 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Novant Health UVA Health System Prince William Medical Center 8700 Sudley Rd., Manassas Presenting KJ Jewelry & Accessories and stocking stuffers. Shop more than 1,000 items at only $6! Proceeds benefit patient care at Prince William Medical Center.

Prince William Living’s Network – After Hours

Tues. Dec. 12 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Brew Republic Bierwerks 15201 Potomac Town Pl., Woodbridge Join our Network! Meet the people behind the award-winning magazine, Prince William Living. Enjoy non-alcoholic beverages and light appetizers. Start a tab and make plans to stay for dinner! RSVP princewilliamliving.com/network.

Manassas Ballet Theatre Presents The Nutcracker

Thurs. Dec. 14 – Sun. Dec. 17 7:30 p.m.

Sat. Dec. 16 & Sun. Dec. 17 3:30 p.m.

Tues. Dec. 19 – Fri. Dec 22 7:30 p.m.

Fri. Dec. 22 & Sat. Dec. 23 3:30 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas The magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince comes to life with the help of an ensemble cast and the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra.

Tickets: hyltoncenter.org.

Civil War Christmas

Sat. Dec. 16 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Leesylvania State Park 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Dr., Woodbridge Bring the family out for an afternoon of holiday cheer. Enjoy period music, costumed interpreters and light refreshments. Make decorations as folks during the Civil War did. Bring a camera for pictures with Santa. $2 per person or $6 per family. (703) 583-6904.

Prince William Living’s Lunch with the Publisher

Wed. Dec. 20 | 11:30 a.m.

Prince William Chamber of Commerce 9720 Capital Ct., #203, Manassas Are you an advertiser with Prince William Living or interested in becoming one?

Meet the people behind greater Prince William’s premiere lifestyle magazine, as you learn about: Getting your press releases published, tying into the power of our social media presence, creating visibility packages that increase your reach to targeted consumers, and focusing on your message. Lunch provided by Okra’s. RSVP at princewilliamliving. com/lunchwiththepublisher.

Winter Naturalist Camp

Thurs. Dec. 28 & Fri. Dec. 19 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Bull Run Mountain Conservancy 17405 Beverley Mill Dr., Broad Run Join BRMC for a winter adventure and learn more about the winter woods.

Birds are more easily seen in leafless trees, and sounds are magnified in the winter stillness. Dress for the weather—snow makes the day all the more fun. Ages 7-12. Pre-registration required. Members: $100/non: $150.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Thurs. Dec. 28 | 1:30 – 7 p.m.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center 2300 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross. Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go to redcrossblood.org to schedule your life-saving donation.

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Fri. Dec. 29 | 4 – 6 p.m.

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