Nina Tisara
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Memories and Musings
On Role Models: Nina Tisara Reflects on Inspiring Alexandria Women
Alexandria, VA – I was reminded of the importance of role models when I read an article highlighting the achievements…
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Alexandria News
Do You Know a Living Legend? Alexandria Opens Nominations for One of the City’s Highest Honors
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Every city has people who quietly shape its future — the volunteers, mentors, advocates, and leaders whose…
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Memories and Musings
On Liminal Space and Shopping Centers: Dead Malls, Memory, and Changing Times
Alexandria, VA – The first time I heard the words “liminal space,” they were read by our then minister, The…
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Memories and Musings
Memories and Musings – On Mahjong, Chinese Food, and Kaifeng Jews
Alexandria, VA – My sister-in-law lives in Temple Hills, MD, and drives to nearby Virginia to play Mahjong (also spelled…
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Memories and Musings
Exploring the Shades of Gray: Meaning, History, and Photography Insights
Alexandria, VA – Gray vs. Grey? If you’re wondering, gray is more frequent in American English, and grey more common…
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Arts
Art Market 2 Market: Holiday Shopping We Will Go
Alexandria, VA – ‘Tis the season to be giving! Art makes the perfect gift for loved ones and friends. Port…
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Memories and Musings
Memories and Musings – On Moving
Alexandria, VA – When asked my favorite place to vacation, I say home. There is no place I’d rather be.…
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Memories and Musings
Memories and Musings – On Asking
Alexandria, VA – When I think about “asking,” two things pop into my head; both of them can be hard…
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Memories and Musings
On Witnessing Spring
Alexandria, VA – Now midway into my 86th year, I have lived to witness another spring. In early spring, as…
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Memories and Musings
On Where I Sit: How Choosing a Seat Determines What Is Seen
Alexandria, VA – Where you sit is where you stand. The first time I heard that was from the director…
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