I've become obsessed, fairly recently, with books by Georgette Heyer. I've mentioned her previously as I started just last year reading some of her books. I have read several of her books so far and have really enjoyed them so much. I'm not sure how I've only heard of her this recently, as much as …
Happy National Book Lover Day!
With the Christmas season now being in full swing, the Christmas movies have been going full blast in my house almost constantly. The other day I saw a post or story (I can't remember which) on Instagram about favorite Scrooges. The list had the usual versions, the Muppets, the newer version with Jim Carey, an …
Just a few historical highlights for you... Please note that this list is in day-of-the-month order and so will not be in year order. Also, I don't have something for every day, just a few little tidbits. I hope you enjoy! December 2, 1823 - the ”Monroe Doctrine” introduced by President James Monroe December 5, …
Jane Austen was an author. This is a truth that is, as she would say, universally acknowledged.
Definition Merriam-Webster defines "mythology" with four different definitions. One is an allegorical narrative with allegory meaning something that can be interpreted and have a hidden meaning behind it. The second is as a body of myths specifically referencing gods or legendary heroes, etc. The third definition is simply a branch of knowledge with the fourth …
What is the history of Groundhog Day? Does Punxsutawney Phil (or his various other animal friends) really predict the weather? Let’s find out… The history of Groundhog Day goes back well over 100 years. Similar to the Groundhog Day we are familiar with, a sunny Candlemas meant more days of winter. With the groundhog, a …
On November 4, 1922, a young Egyptian boy was working hard taking water to other workers, when he noticed something unusual. A step hidden by the sand.
What we know now as Halloween originated with Samhain....
If you took a moment to empty your pockets or bag what would you find? A phone? Keys? Money? What a person carries around can tell a lot about what they feel is important in everyday life. This has always been the case. People have "necessary" things to get by in their lives and work …
Teacups Upside Down 