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.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Category: Family & Traditions
Memorial Day Traditions at Arlington National Cemetery
Needing to honor those who died for our freedoms, I suggested we visit Arlington National Cemetery during Memorial Day weekend.
Vision Therapy Proven Successful: New Years Eve Game Night
For the first time, my daughter was highly competitive with every game, which has everything to do with her eye tracking difficulties.
Christmas Cheer Woven through our busy School Days
Since I was portraying the Napoleon of the White House, this looked elegant enough to serve for our White House Christmas Progressive Tea Party.
Napoleonic Strategy on New Years’ Eve Game Night
Tonight represented the best of Napoleonic strategy while we played Risk and Uno, which helped us remember a strategic auction purchase.
Christmas Eve Snacks, Gown, and Candlelit House
Inspired by a recent visit to the Pret-a-Papier exhibit of historical gowns created from paper, I decided to do the same with mine. Why not?
Christmas Fun Singing, Decorating, Baking, and Cooking
All the kids heard me talk about before attending Michael W. Smith’s Christmas concert, was how popular he was when he began his career when I was a teenager.
I won American Heritage Chocolate and a French Pie Dish!
When I received a surprise delivery from a Fed Ex Truck the day before Thanksgiving, I recalled entering a contest. Apparently, I won!
Game Day extends from Christmas to New Years’ Eve and Beyond
Wrapping the huge box, I hid it as much as possible under the tree with my declaration it must remain last to be opened, because it would be the hit of the day.
Christmas Eve Decorations and Treats with Candlelight
My favorite Christmas scenes in our home, on Christmas Eve while surrounded by candlelight…and a few desserts for our favorite movie.