#5 Matching Accessories An appropriate environment is important for getting in the right frame of mind for a creative endeavor. It helps the muse settle in and get comfortable for a long day of inspiration. Matching accessories are a big part of welcoming one’s muse into a creative space–at least according to my muse. Your Mileage May Vary. My muse likes things to be matching and harmonious, and well, pretty. Cats, according to said muse … Continue reading →
I survived our vacation this year. Ok, probably not exactly what most would lead with when talking about vacation, but trust me, in this case, it makes sense. Last year we were unable to get away due to my parents’ health problems which required me to be around to help and my husband starting a new job after an unexpected lay off near Thanksgiving the prior year. So this year, we splurged a little. After … Continue reading →
Food is one of my favorite set dressings. In Fine Eyes and Pert Opinions, Darcy prefers Bath Buns in the morning. Come and find out why.
Continue reading →Britain has a long theater tradition, including both public and private, professional and amateur efforts. In the 10th century, dramas appeared in church services. By the 12th century British Crusaders brought back traditions from other cultures which led to religious drama being performed outside of the church. Secular groups and guilds gradually took control over these presentations. By the end of the medieval period, secular dramas became more prevalent than religious ones, with schools and … Continue reading →
What did the gentlemen and ladies of the Regency Era do for fun? With the leisure time the gentry class enjoyed, pleasant pastimes were necessary–so without cable tv or streaming media, what did they do? Often they played games. Card games are well documented, but outdoor games were enjoyed as well, among them, battledore and shuttlecock, a predecessor of modern badminton. Played with two rackets and a feathered ‘bird’, this game has been traced back … Continue reading →
