Category: Fun and games
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Regency Thrills and Chills
My two favorite holidays are Thanksgiving, for family and American-style football, and Halloween. The first has never caused another to even blink in surprise; the latter has caused more than one arched brow of consternation, given that I’m a wuss of the highest order. While none can convince me that IT is not waiting for…
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From Pall Mall to Shin-Kicking: Regency Sports Not in the Olympics
Are you enjoying the Olympics, or are you one of those people who changes the channel whenever you hear that majestic theme song start? Whether you’re an avid fan or a couldn’t-care-less, there’s no doubt that the Olympics are a high profile event that get a lot of attention whenever they are held. The Olympics…
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Pall Mall: What’s the deal?
I did this research (and original post) a couple years ago, but it came to mind, so I delved back in to remember the details! Pall Mall, the Street If you’re like me, you’ve probably seen references to Pall Mall in regency romances and you may even know that it is a street in the…
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The Bandwagon Post – What’s Up with AI ?
So, to be fully honest, I’ve been swamped lately. My kid has been sick, my day job has been a bit all consuming, and with the advent of nice weather all the outdoor stuff needs to get done. Which means that I haven’t had a lot of time to think about, research, and write a…
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A Springtime Distraction: Austen in Haiku
This has been a challenging spring. My personal life has become consumed with eldercare issues as we find ourselves managing some difficult issues with aging relatives. Without divulging too much, a lot of my time has gone towards these issues, and my writing has suffered accordingly. We have also been doing work on the outside…
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Modern Magazine Covers Reimagined with Regency Headlines
Modern magazine covers transformed to cover top Regency stories, like: “It’s All in the Wrist: The Right Way to Pour His Tea.”
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Emma & LOL Fun
A few texting stories from the cast of Emma. Watch out, world. Miss Bates has a cell phone.
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6 Things You Never Knew About Colin Firth’s Iconic Lake Scene (The last one will blow your mind!)
Some fun facts about the unforgettable lake scene…and the last one is a doozy.
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If 4 Iconic Jane Austen Couples did the Super Bowl
Whether you are a sports person or not, you might have heard that the Super Bowl just happened on Sunday here in the U.S., in Las Vegas, Nevada. And whether you are a Swiftie or not, you might also have heard that Taylor Swift was there to support and congratulate her boyfriend Travis Kelce on…
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Avoiding the Winter Doldrums, Austen Style
Those that know me can confirm winter is not my favorite season. While it makes for an excellent time to cozy up with a book or sit and write, I’m hard pressed to agree any day that freezes the water in your eyes before you can blink is better spent outside than in. However, I,…