First Person Singular: David Farner, 48, Arlington, expert birder and park manager, Fort C.F. Smith Park
First Person Singular: David Farner, 48, Arlington, expert birder and park manager, Fort C.F. Smith Park
An expert birder talks about the joys — and importance — of connecting with nature.
 
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First Person Singular: Sarah Smith, 17, Oakton High School, Fairfax, volunteer with Best Buddies
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First Person Singular: Eva Murray, 51, contra dance caller
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(The Washington Post, December 17, 2011; 8:23 AM)
 
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(The Washington Post, November 23, 2011; 2:17 PM)
 
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First Person Singular: Marcus Mason, 41, lobbyist, Washington
(The Washington Post, September 29, 2011; 10:05 AM)
 
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Holly Heider Chapple, 45, wedding and event floral designer and stylist
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