Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 1hYou know, you are going to wear yourself out with all this dancing and badmintoning. 000
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 1hAbsolutely. When I tell folks I’m on BlueSky & say what a great place it is, I do feel like I have to caveat it & mention that ALX Skeets is what makes it so good. I am curious though if they try to explain Next Door…which is local but um, not great. 020
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 15hThey also just moved a little while ago. Haven’t been to the new place yet which means this is not looking good for me… 120
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 07/10/2026I’ve had my number for 15+ years and I regularly get spam calls & texts asking for Antonio. 100
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Yeah…I’m worried. I fell for a cool patchwork coat, company sounded/looked legit. It’s coming from China. I’m still holding out hope… 100
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Not the first time I’ve wished that I could relax like Gansey. 0210
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 05/10/2026I realized this with my oldest when I was reading a kids magazine to my son on the couch while she played her video game and she was completely paying attention to both & able to have a conversation about what I was reading. She also regularly devoured audiobooks while playing on her gameboy. 020
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 05/10/2026My understanding is that the Rosemont G&B is not the same ownership as the Old Town G&B any more. It’s technically the Cellar now? 130
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Ask & ye shall receive! Pottery, art prints & a bird sculpture made out of silverware. Miss you! bsky.app/profile/step... 230
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026The question is whether you found what you went for? 121
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Book 2 of The Arc of a Scythe. Ends with a huge cliff hanger. Interesting world that has transcended death thanks to a sentient all-knowing AI. Scythes are needed to randomly (& humanely) cull people. But what happens if Scythes start enjoying what they do? Curious where this series is going next. 020
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Obligatory Art on the Avenue haul photo. Apparently birds & flowers were the theme for me this year. Not bad for a condensed trip (only made it from ~ Randolph to Oxford but yay to my back for holding out!) And dinner is taken care of (thanks Spice Kraft!). Especially loved bumping into folks! 1270
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Unfortunately people are going to people. And there are a lot of peoples out there today! [hunger games salute.gif] 030
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Especially appreciated because I threw my back out on Thursday & I’m still not fully functional (but much better than yesterday). 120
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026The feeling when you finish Book 2 in a series that has a HUGE cliffhanger & you go to Libby and Book 3 is AVAILABLE TO CHECK OUT! 📚 3130
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Another rec for Aziz. I’ve used him both here in ALX & my old place in Annandale. 150
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Aw. I hope he’s resting happily at home. These are the times when you really wish you could explain to them what’s going on & why it’s important. 120
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 03/10/2026My front porch was the worst - always sounded like it was being attacked. It was so loud! 020
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Oh! I remember those years at my old house. Had 13 mature oak trees & it could get crazy at times. 110
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Well now I’m fully invested in how this turns out. Poor pup. 130
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Makes sense. Hypergoat is my fav (people, shop vibe & coffee) but I don’t go too often because it’s not an easy walk for me. Swings is where I currently buy my beans because it’s not a terrible walk. Gustaves is my “let’s meet here” shop because it’s so close & the coffee’s not bad. 010
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026I wouldn’t want to live in a neighborhood completely made up of houses that are 4ft from their neighbors w/ a 3ft backyard but I’m so glad that my house (on a very substandard lot) was an option bec it is perfect for me. And it absolutely adds to the character of the neighborhood (it’s adorable!) 040
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026A good example of this is Del Ray. I’d argue that it’s “character” is not only the cute early 1900s bungalows & midcentury townhouses but the variety of houses which also includes multi & single family homes from the 60s up to today. The housing diversity is what adds to its charm. 140
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Every time I try, they come off before morning. 010
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026My youngest was at University of Vermont during the pandemic. Scott’s Covid updates with Dr. Mark Levine were a huge comfort (more than Nothram’s here in Virginia.) Vermont politics is fascinating. 010
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Yes! Hypergoat is my fav (though Swings is up there too). Can’t wait for Hypergoat to open in Del Ray. Then all will be well in the world. 020
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026I do like it (and I would love an edit button!) 120
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Really curious what the folks voting for St. Elmo’s are drinking. I go like it but definitely not for coffee. 470
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Yup. My youngest & I used joke about that. Same for finding a therapist or coach to help. 150
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Was looking for motivation to be more intentional about protecting my attention. Was surprisingly philosophical (positive) and historical. Lots to chew on. 040
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Oh! I got out of the habit of going when they transitioned & then forgot to go back. Thanks for the reminder. 010
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Shhh…I missed the pool. But I am map challenged. 010
Stephanie Elms @stephelms.bsky.social · 01/10/2026This former homeschool parent agrees! We need strong investments in our public schools. 010