Tag Archives: Best Gift

Engagement Gifts: To Give or Not to Give

Posted on September 9, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

“Grow old along with me.  The best is yet to be.”  ~ Robert Browning O.K., so you have been invited to an engagement party!  To give or not to give is the question.  And if you decide to give, what should … Continue reading →

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Announcing Glamour Chick

Posted on September 3, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

Virginia Born and Bred, our little shop in Lexington, Virginia is introducing a charming new collection of  jewelry.   These lovely pieces have been “reconstituted” from bits and pieces of the past into utterly glamorous renditions that are entirely new! … Continue reading →

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Miracle Snacking on the Way to the Scale

Posted on July 22, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

I have been shopping for a weight loss miracle all my life.  And as a smart shopper you would think I would no longer throw money away for the latest book, video, or pill.  But there I go again, increasing … Continue reading →

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The Psychology of Smart Shopping

Posted on May 29, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

JOIN THE FUN!  JOIN THE SMART SHOPPERS!  Have you discovered a great shopper tip?  Something that works and that you would share with your best friend? We don’t mean a specifically named “place” to shop, but we do mean a … Continue reading →

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Easy Giving in a Basket

Posted on May 7, 2014 by virginiabornandbred

“I’ve Gone Basket Crazy!” From Jonathan – Richmond, Virginia I used to wrack my brain trying to find the perfect gift. I’m not much of a shopper. It all takes too much time, energy, and restless thinking. I finally decided … Continue reading →

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Birds Love Holiday Gifts Too!

Posted on November 29, 2012 by virginiabornandbred

GREETINGS FROM THE VIRGINIA SHOPPER! As you may know, I am charged with wandering the state (mostly online) discovering the nicest things and places to share with other savvy shoppers. That’s the fun of it!  But, what would I REALLY like … Continue reading →

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