Epic British Vacay: Starting Out

As you all know, I recently went on the trip of a lifetime - my husband and I celebrated our ten-year anniversary (almost a year late) by cruising around the British Isles! As you might imagine, there wasn't much time for anything other than photo dumps on Instagram (if you weren't following me, you totallyContinue reading "Epic British Vacay: Starting Out"

Dinner at 1800 Tidbits

Why no actual Dinner at 1800 today? Because when this post goes up I'll be overseas! So, I thought I'd leave you with some interesting facts and clarifications I've received from readers about the recipes I've made. From Janelle S.: Fried Cakes: [This] was a bit more authentic than you imagined. The livestock they traveledContinue reading "Dinner at 1800 Tidbits"

A Lifelong Dream

I've always - and I mean always - wanted to go to Europe. England, especially. Typical for someone who grew up reading and watching Jane Austen, I know. But today, IT'S FINALLY HAPPENING! My husband and I are going on a belated ten-year anniversary trip, cruising (and I mean literally) around the British Isles. WeContinue reading "A Lifelong Dream"

19th Century Shoes: 1891 – 1900

Photo Courtesy of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Upon reading the men's section of the day, you might wonder what, in fact, spats are. They are essentially gaiters - or material fashioned around shoes adn boots to help protect from mud splatter. Or, you know, look cool. here's a super brief article on it: https://philamuseum.org/collection/object/90911Continue reading "19th Century Shoes: 1891 – 1900"

Dinner at 1800: Cabbage A-La-Creme

Okay, can you believe this was actually a thing? Cabbage a-la-creme? Neither could I. Therefore, I had to to try it. Oh, and don't forget to watch the short version over on Instagram! Cabbage A-La-Creme The Virginia Housewife Published in 1824 This recipe was almost disturbingly simple. And yet I, as always, kept overthinking it.Continue reading "Dinner at 1800: Cabbage A-La-Creme"

Hoping For What Is Not Seen

It's hard to wait for what you want. I should know. I'm terrible at it. I'm one of those people who gets impatient when decisions aren't being made. Who decides she wants something and immediately starts planning steps to get it. Who feels like a failure when her first couple queries didn't immediately garner anContinue reading "Hoping For What Is Not Seen"

On The Trail: Pony Express Re-Ride

I deviate once again from my regularly scheduled programming to share something about Pony Express! Why, you ask? Well, not only do I have plans to write a book placed on the Pony Express at some point, but it is a natural point of interest since the Pony Express trail was placed along the CaliforniaContinue reading "On The Trail: Pony Express Re-Ride"

19th Century Shoes: 1881 – 1890

There were quite a variety of descriptions on this one, including some conflicting information--such as lots of information on women's walking boots but also notes saying that day shoes were more fashionable than walking boots, so it seems clear that there was some transition during this time period. 1881-1890ish Men's Footwear Narrow, pointed toes orContinue reading "19th Century Shoes: 1881 – 1890"

Dinner at 1800: Sponge Cake

Also, apparently, known as "diet-bread" (wouldn't that be nice?). Easy, right? One would think. But not the way The Frugal Housewife chose to present it! Honestly, this recipe turned out...but I'm getting ahead of myself. Don't forget to watch the short version over on Instagram! Sponge Cake The Frugal Housewife Published in 1832 This recipeContinue reading "Dinner at 1800: Sponge Cake"

When It’s Time to Stop Eating Frogs

One of my favorite sayings is Eat The Frog! For anyone who has no idea why on earth I would eat a frog, it essentially just means to do the difficult things first. The things you don't want to do. So, you know that doctor's appointment you've been putting off? Or those reels you needContinue reading "When It’s Time to Stop Eating Frogs"