“If you want to understand today you have to search yesterday.”
Pearl S. Buck, American novelist (1892-1973)


  • Fields of Forgotten Blood

    Death is an inevitable part of life’s cycle.  While our paths may wind in unexpected directions, they all lead to the same final destination.  Along the way, we encounter moments of joy, sorrow, and discovery, each choice shaping our personal… Continue reading

    Fields of Forgotten Blood
  • Hello From The Manor

    Autumn is truly the perfect time to get out and explore. With the vibrant color of changing leaves, comfortable temperatures, and the delight of pumpkin-flavored everything, it’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the beauty of life around us, no matter… Continue reading

    Hello From The Manor
  • Mosquitos On The Arc

    One of my favorite made-for-television movies is Storm of the Century. I’ve watched it numerous times, snuggled up next to my husband, our household film aficionado. This 1999 Stephen King screenplay, directed by Craig R. Baxley—who also appeared in several… Continue reading

    Mosquitos On The Arc
  • By The Light of the Smallest Candle

    The opening line of Edgar Allan Poe’s final poem, Annabel Lee, beckons readers into a poignant exploration of love and loss. First published in the New York Tribune, the poem beautifully captures the enduring bond between the speaker and his… Continue reading

    By The Light of the Smallest Candle
  • A Six Figure Ditch

    Beautiful Montgomery County, home to my beloved Schwenksville and its neighboring communities, owes much of its growth and transformation to the ingenuity of early settlers.  In 1681, this vast tract of land, then known by the English as “British America,”… Continue reading

    A Six Figure Ditch
  • There’s A Ghost In This House

    Autumn has always been my favorite season, especially Halloween, as it casts a special spell over the crisp air and haunted hayrides that wind through countless open fields. Each year, I eagerly explore a variety of eerie attractions, reveling in… Continue reading

    There’s A Ghost In This House
  • On The Siegfried Line

    Community is more than just a word; it’s a concept that embodies connection and shared experience.  In Schwenksville, this sense of unity is vividly brought to life each year at Community Day, a celebration that highlights our local businesses, town… Continue reading

    On The Siegfried Line
  • In Harmony, Dearest Friend

    Inspiration can come from many places—whether it’s a newspaper article, a book, or even a fleeting moment on television.  For this blog, the spark ignited when I delved into the rich history of my own house, uncovering stories far more… Continue reading

    In Harmony, Dearest Friend
  • A Boxcar’s Tale

    It’s easy to lose oneself in the natural beauty surrounding my home, where winding creeks and streams meander through a landscape adorned with a rich canopy of mature oak and walnut trees.  In summer, this area bursts into color with… Continue reading

    A Boxcar’s Tale
  • One Eyed Willy

    Some stories last a lifetime, tales that dig deep and never let go.  Growing up north of Boston, I have always been captivated by the Salem Witch Trials, a tragedy that has gripped my imagination and has remained a constant… Continue reading

    One Eyed Willy