Archive for August, 2012

Virginia DUI – Not as Bad as France

By From http://www.andrewflusche.com • Aug 28th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Virginia is tough on DUI / DWI cases. If the facts are sufficient to convict you, the case won’t normally be dismissed. You’re usually looking at a conviction of DUI / DWI, unless we can negotiate a reduced outcome like reckless driving. One great example of Virginia’s tough laws is the new requirement that EVERYONE […]



Hurricane Isaac and Virginia storm chasing

By From http://stormsrus.blogspot.com/ • Aug 28th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

I am most definitely NOT a hurricane chaser, but I do pay attention to the collateral impacts landfalling tropical systems provide in the way of rotating storms and subsequent tornadoes.  Isaac has already produced at least one confirmed tornado i…



Advanced Concealed Carry Tactics Course

By From http://www.musingsoverapint.com/ • Aug 28th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

A few years ago we took the Conceal Carry for Self Defense class presented by John Murphy of FPF Training. That two day class focused on basic pistol handling skills and the self defense mindset. This past weekend we attended the follow up to…



VA Craft Brewers Cup Winners

By From http://www.musingsoverapint.com/ • Aug 27th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The 1st Annual VA Craft Brewers’ Festival and VA Craft Brewers Cup was held at Devils Backbone Brewery in Nelson County, VA this past Saturday. I had a previous engagement so was unable to attend, but the event was by all counts a success.

The …



Engagement or Complete Waste of Time?

By From http://sarahiouslyspeaking.com • Aug 27th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, RealEstate.Local

TweetFor the last week I’ve been conducting an experiment on Facebook.  If any of your are friends with a REALTOR(R) you may have noticed that they ask questions like, “How old were you when you bought your first house?” and “Do you make your bed in the morning or leave it a mess?”  Many of […]



More Handgun Drills

By From http://www.musingsoverapint.com/ • Aug 27th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Some shameless self-promotion. Face it, anyone who writes a blog is guilty of it. Nonetheless, I thought I’d share a couple of exciting tidbits today. Remember that post on Dry Fire Practice from a few days ago? Seems more than a few folks li…



Low-Point Tomato and Avocado Stack Salad

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 25th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Fresh, light, filling, and as always, scrumptious!! A terrifically tasty meal you can feel good about!Low-Point Tomato and Avocado Stack SaladIngredients:- 1 slice bacon- 1/2 to 1 Tbs fresh chopped chives- 1 Tbs chopped fresh basil- 1 Tbs low-fat mayon…



Beer Garden Coming to F’burg

By From http://www.musingsoverapint.com/ • Aug 25th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The Fredericksburg Business Browser brings news of an interesting addition to downtown Fredericksburg.

Denise Antinori plans to realize a childhood dream by opening a market, deli and German restaurant with an outdoor beer garden at a historic William…



Five O’clock Friday Funny

By From http://www.musingsoverapint.com/ • Aug 24th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Of course that never happens around here. 😉
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Pint ]



BeerText

By From http://www.musingsoverapint.com/ • Aug 24th, 2012 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Did you ever see an unfamiliar beer in a store or on a pub menu and want to get some info on it before buying? When it happens to me, I’ll typically bring up one of the beer rating sites, or Google, on my iPhone for some quick research. That’s okay i…