In the United States, Mother's Day experienced a series of false starts. In 1858, Anna Reeves Jarvis was the first woman to hold a...

There is nothing so precious, warm and lovely than a Mother's embrace.  I have vivid memories of my own dear Mumsie's hugs.  I can f...

I played the Viola for almost five years. Today I think I would have chosen the Violin, but in those days, I loved the deeper tones of t...

I am so grateful to those who keep an eye out for my favorite little antique person.  Here she is again--this beautiful little girl w...

Here is another of Grammie's wonderful cards.  She loved all kinds of babies and had several versions of this little kitty.  This tin...

This postcard is one of my "cyber" collection.  The costumes the wedding party wear here are just fascinating.  The Groom's...

If I could, today I would come winging with a lovely rose to delight your morning.  I would bring a hot cup of fragrant honey water to s...

I love this sillhouette illustration from The Emporer's New Clothes which leaves everything to the imagination!  It is another pic...

A few years ago I was wandering through one of our town's marvelous antique shops.  I have a small collection of old fairytale books,...

I've always wondered about the history of Mother's Day. I came across this rather sad, yet charming explanation. Back in th...