September was a tough month, but we had some good times, and I still have recommendations for you! Read Sad… Read more Favourite Things: September Edition
Tag: games
The False Claims of Puzzle Writer Sam Loyd
I’ve been reading A.J. Jacob’s latest book, The Puzzler, aloud to Andrew. The subtitle is “One Man’s Quest to Solve… Read more The False Claims of Puzzle Writer Sam Loyd
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!
Favourites Things: January Edition
Hello from cold and snowy Owen Sound. I’ve got quite a few favourites to share, including a few things I… Read more Favourites Things: January Edition
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
2020 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
This year in particular many people are suggesting you do your holiday shopping early, so I thought I’d throw my… Read more 2020 Gift Guide: 20+ Gift Ideas for History Buffs
Favourite Things: October Edition
Today was a pristine October day; wearing long sleeves but no coats we picked apples at our old rental house… Read more Favourite Things: October Edition
Favourite Things: August Edition
In August we looked at seven houses in one afternoon, placed an offer even though the list price was out… Read more Favourite Things: August Edition
Favourite Things: April Edition
Here is my monthly roundup of things to read, eat, drink, and play. Feel free to leave a comment if… Read more Favourite Things: April Edition
Favourite Things: January Edition
I’m a little late with my monthly favourites post because Andrew and I were away in Charleston, South Carolina for… Read more Favourite Things: January Edition
Historical Highlights 172
This week’s historical highlights feature a cool new game, some British history, and audio-visual materials in archives. Enjoy. I can’t… Read more Historical Highlights 172
Favourite Things: November Edition
This monthly favourite things email really crept up on me this time around, but I managed to pull something together.… Read more Favourite Things: November Edition
Favourite Things: October Edition
I’m enjoying living in the country near a small city (Owen Sound has a population of about 21,000), but there… Read more Favourite Things: October Edition