I slipped a copy into the free library at our park last night for anyone needing an escape. It takes place in the Civil War. A couple people I know have decided to read my book during quarantine and told me it was the perfect story to calm their nerves. Don't need a better compliment … Continue reading Slipped a copy of my novel into free library
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Can I talk about my flowers? Feature: Sweet Woodruff
Can I talk about my sweet woodruff? I only grow it because Vita Sackville-West suggested it in her many garden books. It is one of my favorite flowers in my garden now. Not only can it be used in tea & scented sachets, I also use it to make simple syrup for cocktails. Today I … Continue reading Can I talk about my flowers? Feature: Sweet Woodruff
Seasons of Grace by Leslie Tentler
Possibly the driest book I’ve ever tried to read, but I feel like this might just change my thinking somehow or maybe even my life. Why do I think this? I don’t know. It was a recommendation from one of the archivists at the Archdiocese. I trust this guy’s opinion, though I think he may … Continue reading Seasons of Grace by Leslie Tentler
Moby Dick by Herman Melville
"Call me Ishmael.” . . . This beautiful illustrated copy of Moby Dick is from the 1930’s can you tell? The Art Deco print gives it away. I have not read it yet, but plan to soon—with gloves on. Because I’m sure this copy is worth something. I love Melville and whale tales/fishing tales. They … Continue reading Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Sissinghurst by Vita Sackville-West and Sarah Raven
The sudden warm weather in Michigan has got me thinking of the garden. A couple years ago I wrote a garden blog every week dedicated to the garden writings of Vita Sackville-West. Some days I miss her writings, her wonderful way of describing “ordinary” flowers and plants like human beings. She knew them all so … Continue reading Sissinghurst by Vita Sackville-West and Sarah Raven
My happy place…my bookshelf
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The History of Fly Fishing by Ian Whitelaw
Life is filled with wonder and enchantment when we’re not worried about the fires in Australia. Living life to its fullest means exploring that which enchants us or excites our curiosity. For me that is fly fishing. I’ve never done it but for a long time I’ve wanted to learn this art, not only fishing … Continue reading The History of Fly Fishing by Ian Whitelaw
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
I received this book as a Christmas gift from my mother when I was 12 years old. I was excited to read it, though back then I didn’t read often but liked the idea of reading books, haha. I had a nice little collection by the time I graduated high school. I loved the cozy … Continue reading Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Letters of Mozart and his family 💕 🎵 🎶 💕
This time of year I always have a craving to read the letters of Mozart and his family. I have not finished these yet, they are perfect to leave and come back to. The cold here makes me want to be cozy under blankets for the rest of the winter and this is the perfect … Continue reading Letters of Mozart and his family 💕 🎵 🎶 💕
Celebrating Gratitude with Thank You Notes!!
It’s Thanksgiving, and I’m finally getting around to sending out thank you notes from my birthday, complete with a wax insignia. Etiquette tells us thank you notes should be written before two weeks have passed from the event date. I’m just hitting that mark. I love buying stationary because I send a lot of notes. … Continue reading Celebrating Gratitude with Thank You Notes!!