Author Archives
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Memorial Day in Europe
Long ago my family and I lived in Europe. My husband’s work was there and we have stayed in touch with many of our friends. He received an email from a wonderful woman that helped him with his French, Nada…. Read More ›
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Trump’s Wall
So I think we’ve tried to avoid politic here on the TDG site, but an example of just how crazy things have become was related to me recently. A friend had lunch with his conservative co workers, and the WALL… Read More ›
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Decorating and Gifting with POSTCARDS!
I wasn’t born in New England, but I have lived here long enough to have picked up the Yankee habit of thrift. This was especially important, as I also picked up the Yankee habit of expensively educating my children. So,… Read More ›
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Pecos vs. Hillsborough: Crappy Places to Be From Smackdown!
Editor note: We have a little series called “Crappy Places to Be From” that pokes a stick at little dying towns with few redeeming qualities, and where TripAdvisor or Yelp often shows “Subway” in the top 5 restaurants in town…. Read More ›
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The Hmong Among Us, A Refugee Story
The history of the Hmong refugees coming to the United States is well documented. It was not always easy. I was living in Manitowoc Wisconsin during the early years of the refugees coming to the area, and did some volunteer… Read More ›
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When Mexico Comes to New Hampshire
New Hampshire is a state known for many positive things. Low unemployment. High levels of happiness and psychological stability among the inhabitants (even the Libertarians). Beautiful lakes, woodlands and mountains to climb. New Hampshire has few negatives, the first being… Read More ›
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Antrim New Hampshire Art Show
The Antrim Grange had their annual art show this past weekend. I was honored to show some of my art once again. What I enjoy most about the show is that it exemplifies what small town life is like. In… Read More ›
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Can You Live Without a Pet?
Geek Goddess, fellow blogger, is a dog person. She once said to me “I don’t know what you do with a cat?” She wasn’t being insulting, she simply did not understand what one did with a cat. I am a… Read More ›
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Traveling with Children, Vintage Style
My two daughters are grown up, but when they were young we had the good luck to be able to go on many family trips together. Often these were long trips. My eldest daughter enjoyed many flights over the Atlantic… Read More ›
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Scherenschnitte, it’s Not for Eating!
When I lived in Manitowoc Wisconsin I met an artist, Cindy Shaw, who was a master Scherenschnitte designer and artist. The easier name for this craft is simply “Paper cutting”. Shaw’s designs were intricate and incredibly beautiful. When I wondered… Read More ›
Two Different Girls 