My name is Johanna. I live on Capitol Hill with my husband Courtney and our pit bulls Lila and Jim. I love Washington D.C. and all that it has to offer: the people, the places and the happenings. When I started this blog I had no real idea where it was going, I just figured I better snatch up johannaelsemore.com before a bidding war ensued… and really, what better use of $17 per year? Since then it has evolved into an outlet to share the cultivation of some of my passions: cooking, writing, traveling, photography and telling folks way more about myself than they ever wanted to know.
If you have questions, comments, requests or recommendations please e-mail me at NotesFromAMessyKitchen@gmail.com
This is my husband Courtney (isn’t he handsome!?) He is a chemical engineer, brewmaster, footed pajama seamster and cleaner or the Messy Kitchen.
This is our daughter Lila, a Washington Humane Society alum. She is a socialite, adventurer, mascot, friend and breed ambassador (when she’s not barking at joggers and invisible objects). If you meet me, I’ll probably show you her picture.
This is our son Jim. He somehow wiggled that big ol’ head of his into what I swore would always be a one dog family. Stealing hearts is his specialty.
Go to: http://www.notesfromamessykitchen.com/ 
johannaelsemore.com? I guess that means you’re not changing your name?
Johanna, just love your blog… it is crazy fun!!!!!! Really excited about the wedding and have reservations at the Mansion on Forsyth Park …. If you need me to do anything it help you please don’t hesitate to call 404-317-8870 —- Love the blog on the brooches made into bouquets –FANTASTIC —- Dee
Johanna your blog is amazing and I so enjoy reading it.
Keep up the good work.
Love,
Winifred
Thank you Winifred, I’m glad that you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoy writing it!
You might not remember me. I worked with your Mom at NGM…you were just a little girl then.
Of course! It’s great to hear from you, how have you been?
Oh Jo, you should be famous for this website!
Thanks girl!