Last month I found The Gourmet Cookbook (edited by Ruth Reichl) at a thrift store for $3 — a massive… Read more Did You Know? Salad Dressings
Betty Crocker, Scrabble, Seed Biblioteek, and More!
Since I gave up on Twitter, then stopped my weekly “Historical Highlights” posts, then took a hiatus from my e-newsletter,… Read more Betty Crocker, Scrabble, Seed Biblioteek, and More!
8 Things I Learned in March
We saw a diving duck by the Mill Dam in Owen Sound. I wish I got a closer look, but… Read more 8 Things I Learned in March
Favourite Things: March Edition
I’ve been struggling to maintain a good daily routine lately, but looking back, March had many upsides. I’m extremely grateful… Read more Favourite Things: March Edition
11 Theories About Stonehenge
A few weeks ago news stories emerged about a new theory on the purpose of Stonehenge, the iconic stone monument… Read more 11 Theories About Stonehenge
8 Picture Books About Influential Women
It’s Women’s History Month again and thankfully I am not out of picture book biographies to review — and more… Read more 8 Picture Books About Influential Women
Breaking News: The Endurance Located!
Nothing makes me feel nostalgic like listening to The Weakerthans. They have a song that references Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton… Read more Breaking News: The Endurance Located!
Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library
It’s been a while since I’ve written a post about libraries. I’ve been decluttering my house pretty steadily over the… Read more Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library
6 Things I Learned in February
Canada has the largest Ukrainian population after Ukraine and Russia. 2. Tim Hortons has launched a line of ice creams.… Read more 6 Things I Learned in February
Favourite Things: February Edition
We didn’t get out of the house too much this month, but I made lots of progress on my decluttering… Read more Favourite Things: February Edition
Two Behind-the-Scenes Stories of Iconic Books
I think it’s safe to say that Curious George and Winnie-the-Pooh are two of the most famous animal characters in… Read more Two Behind-the-Scenes Stories of Iconic Books
Appalachian Spring
When I was young I learned a little bit of piano. One of the easy pieces I remember practicing was… Read more Appalachian Spring
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