Easter is the most joyful celebration of the Orthodox faith in Russia... After the devout church services, families gather to exchange gifts of decorated eggs, symbols of renewed life and hope. The Easter of 1885 also marks the twentieth anniversary of Czar Alexander III and Czarina Maria Fedorovna, and the Czar needs an exceptional gift for his ( Read more... )

Passionate Minds by David Bondanis

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really goes against what one of the world's most enduring, and fascinating toys, was originally intended for. It has had many connotations and uses in history. What a fascinating thing this simple double disc with string is.


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the thickness of a fingernail. But, in certain conditions, one degree can be a very large distance.


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A gun gives you the body, not the bird. ~Henry David Thoreau

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of Pride and Prejudice again. I dislike it even more on the second go 'round. I do hope that the people who found Jane and her amazing works through this have read the book and seen the 1995 version.
I do very much hope....

I shall watch Ghosts of the Abyss ... a six week exploration of the Titanic, the building, the sinking, and it's legend...

One of the most peaceful, and lovely spots, for me in all of London is Chiswick House. It's gardens and architecture transport you back in time so seamlessly you almost hear the clatter of horse hooves and the rustling of Spitafields silk as you roam the high ceilinged rooms. As I wish I was there today, I shall share some tidbits on this ( Read more... )