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The Mumpers’ Blessing

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on December 21, 2015 by Maria GraceSeptember 12, 2018

The arrival of the mumpers doesn’t seem like such a blessing. A few more stitches, and the embroidery on the bodice would be done. Kitty examined the hoop of pale yellow muslin in the morning light. Drat! Several tiny stitches fell wrong, yet again. A soft rap on the door demanded her attention. “Miss Bennet?” Hill poked her head in. “The mumpers are coming up the lane.” “St. Thomas Day already?” Kitty dropped her tambour … Continue reading →

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Miss Darcy and the Kissing Ball

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on December 11, 2015 by Maria GraceMay 4, 2021

What is wrong with a kissing ball? It was Christmas Eve. At home, Kitty and her sisters—no wait, no one would be left at Longbourn to go out to cut evergreen and holly boughs for decorating the house and making a kissing ball. She stopped and sank down to the stair step, face in her hands. Even being at the Darcy townhouse in London could not make up for the arsey-varsey tumult her life had become. All … Continue reading →

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Stir it up Sunday

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on December 1, 2015 by Maria GraceSeptember 16, 2018

The Sunday before the Netherfield Ball was Stir it up Sunday, the day Christmas puddings were traditionally made. Mr. Collins makes it a bit interesting this year.  November 24, 1811 Papa paced along his favorite track in the parlor, back and forth in front of the fireplace whilst the rest of the family assembled there before church. “Mrs. Bennet, we await your presence.” He stared at the doorway as though that might bring her in … Continue reading →

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A Party at the Philips

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on September 1, 2015 by Maria GraceSeptember 12, 2018

The Philips host a party. Some find the company more agreeable than others. A classic scene from Pride and Prejudice, through the eyes of Charlotte Lucas.   November 20, 1811 “Thank you so much for inviting us.” Lady Lucas kissed Mrs. Phillips’ cheeks. Charlotte turned away. It was always uncomfortable watching Mama express more warmth than she actually felt. “It is always a pleasure to host your distinguished husband and your lovely daughters.” Mrs. Philips … Continue reading →

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Taking Tea with Mrs. Darcy

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on May 7, 2015 by Maria GraceSeptember 12, 2018

The honeymoon comes to a close and the real work of being Mrs. Darcy begins. Elizabeth checked her hair in the looking glass and straightened her dress for the third time. There was no reason for such anxiety, none at all. It was not as if she were going to be presented at court. In many ways, though, that would be far less demanding. At court, she would only have to make her curtsey and … Continue reading →

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