From the New York Public Library Lately, as I’ve been engrossed in my annual reread of A Christmas Carol, I’ve been finding myself drawn once again to that glowing, sentimental vision of Christmas Dickens gave us. The Victorians, with their love of family, storytelling, and beauty, didn’t just celebrate Christmas. In many ways, they invented … Continue reading A Candlelit Christmas: More Holiday Traditions in Victorian England
Victorian Christmas
Happy Holidays: Christmas Eve at Hembry Castle
I hope everyone has been having a joyous holiday season. I love this time of year with the multi-colored twinkle lights, the Christmas movies, and the holiday spirit everywhere. I'm looking forward to a restful winter holiday, which can't begin soon enough. As I've been enjoying my peppermint hot chocolates and winter blend teas, I … Continue reading Happy Holidays: Christmas Eve at Hembry Castle
The Hembry Castle Box Set On Sale Now
Happy Autumn, Everyone! It took a little longer to cool down in Las Vegas this year. Even as I write this it's about 70 degrees Fahrenheit outside, though at least it's cool enough for the trees to begin to turn their reds, rusts, and yellows, which I look forward to seeing every year. It has … Continue reading The Hembry Castle Box Set On Sale Now