Spencer’s Mountain 1963 Movie Bombs for Critics and Family
Although Earl Hamner, Jr. encouraged the director to tone things down, he was dismayed at the embarrassing misrepresentation of his family and neighbors.
Historical Seamstress & Homeschooler
Tag: movies
Growing up in the Shadow of Walton’s Mountain
The Virginia Blue Ridge author’s memories impacted mine, while growing up in Texas through a popular television show that my mom loved.
Decoding Shakespeare led to War Cryptography: Spy Museum
In 1957, Friedman and his wife wrote The Shakespearean Ciphers Examined, where they revealed flaws in Gallups work, debunking her premise.
A Fancy Party Dress amidst Christmas Preparations
For the remainder of the week, we’ll likely play lots of games by day and watch Christmas/New Year’s Eve combo movies each night…can’t get enough of it. š
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!
1956 Spring Sorbet Dresses in Peach and Pink: Sewing Journal
While my daughter chose the peach silk, Iām excited about my gingham which reminds me of a party dress worn in the 1958 movieĀ HouseboatĀ starring Cary Grant.
Crepes, Cremes Brulees, and Sabrina on Bastille Day
Using Alton Brown’s tips for crepes, my first batch were easier to make than I thought they would be. Then for dessert I had the perfect touch.
Couture for home seamstress reflects my 18th century journey
Frustrated with contemporary sewing patterns, I have found reverting to home seamstress couture aka 18th century techniques much easier!
Rhetoric Literature: Ranking our favorite Shakespeare DVDs
Queried by friends who lent us videos, Iāve was asked which was our favorite. Commentary follows of our growing perceptions of Shakespeare favorites.
Rhetoric Literature: Much Ado about Nothing with Branagh
A dual romance, our favorite story line was of the romance portrayed between Branagh and Emma Thompson, which as great as their performance in Henry V.
