I don’t often get the chance to dress up for an evening out, but when I do, I quite enjoy it. I have a Christmas party to attend next week that’s one of those evenings out. A special dress, my … Continue reading
I don’t often get the chance to dress up for an evening out, but when I do, I quite enjoy it. I have a Christmas party to attend next week that’s one of those evenings out. A special dress, my … Continue reading
In honor of the day, here are some vintage Valentine greeting cards for you to enjoy and share. The cards feature ladies wearing Regency-inspired costumes. Just click on each image to see a larger version. Cupid’s dart has touched my … Continue reading
It’s December and I’m in full shopping mode as I get ready for Christmas. Shopping for the right gift for the right person is one of my favorite things to do. Luckily, many of my friends and family members are … Continue reading
I woke up on Christmas morning to find that Book Santa had visited my house! I’ve had visits from Book Santa in the past, so I knew to expect two things: His reading tastes are varied; he enjoys giving fiction … Continue reading
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