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Garmin Hates Me

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 12, 2019 by Maria GraceSeptember 30, 2019

This has happened to me before, so it really should not have surprised me. But I had hopes that just maybe this would be the time that Garmin would not hate me. Nope, no such luck. Garmin hates me. Utterly and completely. Garmin simply hates me. Usually, whenever we take a trip, we share the long highway driving hours, but once we get to the fiddly bits as we close in on our destination, I … Continue reading →

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Jane Austen and Home Theatricals

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 8, 2019 by Maria GraceMay 10, 2021

Jane Austen was not the only author who wrote about home theatricals

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Home Theatricals and Preserving the Distinction of Rank

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 1, 2019 by Maria GraceJanuary 31, 2025

Like so much of Georgian England, home theatricals were about the preservation of rank.

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Reason #5 Why writing takes so long

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on September 24, 2019 by Maria GraceSeptember 24, 2019

#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 →

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Waivers and Helmets

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on September 21, 2019 by Maria GraceSeptember 21, 2019

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 →

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