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Possibly the first ‘stop smoking’ campaign…
Posted in 1900-1914, Art, historical, Photo of the week, World War One
Tagged ashtray. stop smoking, grenade, smoking, World War One memorabilia
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The beauty of a candle…
I have always loved candles. An element of fire-they are a symbol of eternal hope in the world- the sacrifice of Prometheus. They cast a soft light that illuminates, but softens the edges of everything. Used by our ancestors for … Continue reading
Exploring a 1670 Medallion
This medallion was a gift from my grandfather. It was minted in 1670 by John Roettiers, during the reign of Charles II and his wife Catherine of Britain. A medallion to celebrate colonization, the motto written on one side of … Continue reading
Posted in historical, primary resource, Thoughts
Tagged 1670, Britain, Charles II, colonization, history, medallion, Prince William, Restoration
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Decision
Today it is hard to concentrate I’m hoping art will ease my distracted spirit I’m going to sell the family home- a promise of a future, a shedding of the past Absence of fulcrum, I drift It’s almost too much … Continue reading
The Meaning of Wanona- Getting to Know and Indian Princess
Many might know the story of Princess Wanona; centered around the lovers rock in Minnesota, she is a Native American who leaps to her death from the precarious rock rather than marry the man her father has chosen. Another version … Continue reading
Posted in historical, Thoughts
Tagged Boston, Dorothea Gamsby, Montmollin, Native princess, Quebec, Stratford, Wanona
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Brushed With Mystery 