National Poet’s Day!
Today is National Poet’s Day! I’m a writer, and appreciate poetry, although I don’t write poetry. Do you have a favorite poem? Please share for your chance to win a copy of Seeking Patience, my sweet romance historical. I’ll begin: “Roses are Red, Violets are Blue…”
Recipe for Roasted Hedgehog
Today I’m sharing a recipe for roasted hedgehog, which was a favorite Romany (Gypsy) dish. In my Regency Inspirational novel, Seeking Patience, the Rom would have dredged the hedgehog in black pepper after cooking. Although I can’t personally verify the results, here’s the recipe, modified from Medieval Cookery: Roasted Meats (Hedgehog) According to medieval experts: […]
The fascinating culture of the Romany (Gypsies) Part Two
Today I’m continuing to share the fascinating culture of the Romany (Gypsies). If you missed Part One, check out last week’s post on July 24th. It is no secret that the Rom have suffered persecution, prejudice, exclusion, and discrimination for centuries. The “Gypsy” stereotype includes a criminal, fortune-teller, blacksmith, thief, and musician, a dark-complexioned, shadowy […]
The fascinating culture of the Romany (Gypsies)
“Gadje Gadjensa, Rom Romensa.” This is a Romany (Gypsy) saying that means “Gadje with Gadje, Rom with Rom.” So what is a gadje? A gadje in the Romany language means “not one of us.” Many Rom prefer to not allow outsiders into their lives. It’s no coincidence that in my hours, days, and months of […]
Happy Father’s Day!
I’m sharing a Father’s Day short, simple, but powerful inspirational quote from one of my favorite spiritual leaders, T.D. Jakes. “I want to congratulate all the men out there who are working diligently to be good fathers whether they are stepfathers, or biological fathers or just spiritual fathers.” T. D. Jakes Happy Father’s Day! And […]
Stop and Smell the Roses!
Today is a fun holiday because it’s Red Rose Day! Considered a beautiful, romantic flower, read below for some interesting facts. The War of the Roses, in the fifteenth century, was a battle in England over the throne. The white rose was the symbol for York, and the red rose was the symbol for Lancaster. […]