When I was young I learned a little bit of piano. One of the easy pieces I remember practicing was… Read more Appalachian Spring
Tag: American history
Fascinating History of February Holidays
Today with the help of Wikipedia I’m presenting a quick, chronological survey of six February holidays. As usual, I hope… Read more Fascinating History of February Holidays
Did You Know? The Hopewell Culture
When I asked Andrew what I should blog about he told me he was listening to an audiobook that mentioned… Read more Did You Know? The Hopewell Culture
Kwanzaa Questions Answered
I’ve often seen Kwanzaa on calendars, but I’ve never spoken to anyone who celebrates it. Today I’m going to answer… Read more Kwanzaa Questions Answered
Cranberries: From Pemmican to Canned Sauce
Since it’s American Thanksgiving this week, here is a post about the history of cranberries. And since I’m not American,… Read more Cranberries: From Pemmican to Canned Sauce
Two Picture Books About Mary Jones
I must admit that I had not heard of the historical figure known as Mother Jones before I read these… Read more Two Picture Books About Mary Jones
2021 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
This year, once again, I’ve been hearing over and over that we should do our Christmas shopping early — so… Read more 2021 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
Favourite Things: October Edition
So, November! October was rather busy and I didn’t keep up all the habits I should have, so I’m trying… Read more Favourite Things: October Edition
Porridge Around the World (Part 1)
It’s that time of year again — time to make hot cereal for breakfast. To be honest, we eat oatmeal… Read more Porridge Around the World (Part 1)
Where Did Hummingbird Cake Originate?
I just finished this sweet middle grade novel and it got me thinking about cake. Have you ever had hummingbird… Read more Where Did Hummingbird Cake Originate?
You found what in the attic?! 6th Edition
Since I stopped collecting weekly “historical highlights” and sending out my monthly newsletter, I haven’t been coming across stories of… Read more You found what in the attic?! 6th Edition
Puffing Billy to Roomba: A Vacuum Cleaner Timeline
The Earliest Vacuum Cleaners The first patent for what we could call a vacuum cleaner was submitted by American inventor… Read more Puffing Billy to Roomba: A Vacuum Cleaner Timeline
The Cure Cottages of Saranac Lake
My in laws are spending a few days at Saranac Lake in upstate New York and they mentioned that there… Read more The Cure Cottages of Saranac Lake