Words of Hope
“Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart.”
-William Wordsworth
When ancient people gathered for the winter solstice, most likely food was part of the celebration. In medieval Europe, the feasting may have ended with something sweet—a dessert. During the Middle Ages, butter, sugar and lard were expensive items reserved for...
Despite this century's materialism and commercialization, the Christmas season has a unique wonder and power. If we believe Jesus, the Light of the world is the reason to celebrate his birth when the longest, darkest nights begin to yield to the increasing daylight,...
Did you know that the author of a poem about a little girl and her lamb was also a major influencer and advocate for Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Her name was Sarah Josepha Hale (1788-1879). During her lifetime, Sarah was an author, poet and editor for...