Introduction Recently while reading several historical non-fiction books, I came across some accounts that reminded me of some of the unpleasant things we deal with in this day and age. After giving the reading some thought, I decided to share several excerpts here on the blog, as well as my thoughts on it. Germ Warfare… Continue reading History Compared to the Current Time
Introduction Sometimes we collect books faster than we can read them. I know I do. Below, I have listed 7 of my WWII anticipated reads – books from my library (or the family library) that I’ve been wanting to read but have not got around to yet. As of now, I’m hoping to carve out… Continue reading On My Shelf But Never Read: 7 WWII Anticipated Reads
Introduction Most of the clothes that is mass-produced does not fit nearly so well as a tailored garment. One way to fix this problem is by altering your garments. Whether it is adjusting a hemline, neckline, or sleeve length, altering ready-made garments is a thrifty way to ensure that you have clothes that fit you… Continue reading 3 Easy Neckline Alterations You Can Do At Home
Introduction Welcome to part 2 of the Poetry Basics blog series! If you missed part 1 where I shared some inspiration, ideas, and helpful resources, you can find that here. In today’s post, I will be talking about the actual writing process – How to Write the First Few Lines. Without further ado, let’s get… Continue reading Poetry Basics 2: How to Write the First Few Lines
During World War II, hundreds of thousands of individuals became prisoners of war, and thousands of escape attempts were made. Here are four of the most amazing – and just downright genius – escape stories that I’ve come across. 1. The Polish Prisoner One of the most ingenious escapes I have read of was recounted… Continue reading 4 Amazing WWII Escape Stories
About the Book Award-winning author and journalist Karen Patterson brings to life her most personal account to date: the true story of her family, whose lives were forever altered by Hitler’s war. Abandoned to foster homes during the Great Depression, Gladys grew to be a strong woman with an independent spirit. Then she met Red,… Continue reading “Allies Forever” by Karen A. Patterson: A Book Review
Whenever I feel like sewing a new item without having to go to all the trouble of drafting a complicated new pattern, I always turn to sewing aprons. Aprons are easy to make and do not require much fabric. They also can look quite pretty. And if you do happen to mess something up, it… Continue reading Ruffles, Lace, and Aprons: My Three Little Sewing Adventures
