Author: Prince Of Petworth

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 2651 Woodley Road, NW:


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The flier says:

“First time on market in 25 years, rarely avail. detached Wardman, truly spectacular home, located in the heart of Woodley Park, retains its old world charm, but is thoughtfully renovated for today’s life style. Renov Kitch/family room with top of the line appliances, spacious deck, 5 CAR PARKING.”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

Wow. This home is pretty bad ass. What’s your favorite part? It’s yours for $1,999,000.

Shooting in 1300 blk of H NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Just received from MPD Cmdr David Kamperin at 12:47pm:

“That’s correct- this just occurred a few minutes ago. Subject shot multiple times. Street closed as its a crime scene. Will reopen as soon as processed.

Last information was subject being transported to local hospital.”

More from MPD:

“Correct – a person was seriously injured as a result of being shot as he was getting on a Metro Bus near 14th and H Street NE. After the shooting occurred the bus driver drove out of harms way. This investigation is ongoing and not much can shared at this point. Any witnesses or anyone that has information to offer please contact the Metropolitan Police Department’s Confidential Tip Line on 1-800-673-2777”

Random Reader Veteran’s Day Revel

By Prince Of Petworth

Many of us have friends and/or family serving or having served. Let’s take a moment to thank them for their service.

To my buddy Mike – keep up the good work brother, we’re all proud of you.

Dear PoP – Good Samaritan Shout Out

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user HoodSweatsh

“Dear PoP,

Last night I was extremely fortunate to be the the recipient of some anonymous goodwill from a fellow DC resident, and I would like to thank him…so I need your help in relaying that message. After exiting a cab at 16th and Park around 11:30pm, I quickly realized I left my cell phone in the cab. And, since I had no idea how to locate the cab, I decided to use my apartment building’s phone to call my cell with hopes of the cabbie finding it.

Luckily, the cab’s next client answered the phone, and negotiated with the cab driver to return the phone to me ASAP. A short 20 minutes later, the cabbie returned to 16th and Park, with the message that the mystery man paid the fare for my phone’s ride home.

So, a special thanks to that guy for his awesome act of kindness. I’m guessing that most people would have handed it to the cabbie and went on their way.”

I love getting emails like this!

How To Volunteer at the Armed Forces Retirement Home

By Prince Of Petworth

On this Veteran’s Day some folks have asked me how they can volunteer at the Armed Forces Retirement Home.

I received the following info on how to do it:

“ Here is a link with all sorts of information on how to volunteer at the Home. Our volunteers find it a rewarding experience. Each resident has an amazing story to tell; 80 percent of the residents were career enlisted men or women. We have a group of absolutely amazing women who served in World War II who served overseas and can tell some amazing tales of the war years.”

Here is a story I wrote about Master Sergeant Gary Rice, a resident.

Thanks to all our Veterans on this day and all days.

Judging Backs of Row Homes

By Prince Of Petworth

I thought this one was pretty cool from Adams Morgan. I was really struck by the angle of the pop up on the right hand side.

House of the Day

By Prince Of Petworth

Here’s another near the Naval Observatory on 34th Street. It kinda reminded me of the home from My Big Fat Greek Wedding…

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