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The Amazing Private Library of Jay Walker

The Jay Walker private library offers a candy store of historical books and artifacts delighting all walks of life and interests. The pictures speak for themselves, and I'd be lost for words if invited to view this amazing collection. Built in 2002, it is a 3600 sq....

“Back to the Future”

Who would have thought that over 30 years later, this film would be as thrilling to audiences as it was back in 1985? I certainly didn't, but I was a wee child then;-) Last night, I had the privilege of watching "Back to the Future" with my kids, and I sat with bated...

Reading Update

Good afternoon, blogosphere! I'm excited to be currently reading "Washington's Inner Circle" by David S. Heidler and Jeanne T. Heidler for research on my next book. It's a great read thus far, and I hope to have a review up soon! The authors have done excellent...

Horse-Flies & the 4th of July!

To all the people of the United States celebrating this 4th of July weekend, perhaps among all the hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, baked beans, cole slaw (a Southern girl's gotta have slaw) and watermelon, you can share a little known tidbit about the history of...