My Second Granddaughter Arrives on Mother’s Day
Born four weeks early, Little Miss E was born 4 pounds 15 ounces, which is two ounces heavier than her daddy, a preemie born six weeks early.
Historical Seamstress & Homeschooler
Category: Family
Cooking Holistic Food due to my Hubby’s SIBO Agonies
If we lived on two acres of land, growing and raising our own food, we’d wipe out most of the ADHD, aches, pains, and illnesses of the present day.
Engaged to be Married at Gadsby’s Tavern in Alexandria
Since we both like reading, writing, and history, conversation turned to the historic events that transpired at Gadsby’s, including Washington and Lafayette.
Petticoated Dress in Blues and Pinks for Baby Photos
When my daughter wanted a fancy dress for the baby to wear for her first official photo shoot, I found this adorable pink petticoated dress with sheer blue overlay.
Reframed Baby Cross Stitches for my Pregnant Daughter
When I was pregnant with my daughter many years ago, I cross stitched several pieces to hang in her room, which I thought I would regift with updated framing.
My Daughter’s Spring Wedding on an Autumnal Day
The last few years have been exceedingly troubled for my family. Yet through it all they fell in love, he proposed, and she said yes.
Learning how to Swing Dance During College Break
We might not be the quality of the fun Dancing with the Stars, but we had fun learning and that’s what counts! Just call us, Dancing with the Collegiates!
Bringing The Crucible to life for College Literature Class
When my daughter was frustrated by her mid-century modern assignment for her 17th-19th century literature class, I had an idea.
1495 Venetian Gown restyled for College: Sewing Journal
My daughter asked me for a costume for her presentation of art, literature, history Renaissance class, that called for creativity. We improved my Venetian gown.
