Series: Pennsylvania Women

  • The She Devils

    When I first began sketching ideas for a running series on Keystone Wayfarer, my list grew quickly—key industries, notable landmarks, influential people. As I sifted through names and places, one figure immediately stood out: a woman whose gripping story continues… Continue reading

    The She Devils
  • Pictures At An Exhibition

    The idea of a muse has fascinated people for centuries. In Greek mythology, the Muses were nine goddesses—daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne. Each inspired a different art or science. Over time, the word has broadened, often describing someone whose presence… Continue reading

    Pictures At An Exhibition
  • Famous In A Small Town

    We think of heroes as larger-than-life figures, standing boldly in the spotlight. In popular books and movies, they wear badges, capes, or snazzy uniforms. Real heroes? They often pass us by unnoticed. Sometimes they’re neighbors or coworkers. Maybe it’s even… Continue reading

    Famous In A Small Town
  • A Thousand Splendid Suns

    We’ve officially hit the one-month mark of summer 2025—and let me tell you, she’s already showing off. The heat clings like a second skin, melting your willpower and making even the thought of socks feel like a personal insult. So… Continue reading

    A Thousand Splendid Suns
  • Oz Really Isn’t So Terrible

    I remember when my mom, an avid reader, handed me my first Judy Blume book. I curled up with the small paperback in the quiet of my childhood bedroom and disappeared into its pages for what felt like hours. The… Continue reading

    Oz Really Isn’t So Terrible