MERRY CHRISTMAS
I have an antique collection of postcards. Most are from 1901-1915, though some are later. They cost 1c to send. Eventually the cost was raised to 2c. I wish I knew how much the cards themselves cost. Some of … Continue reading →
Monthly Archives: December 2011
Christmas memories part 2
1. My mother-in-law hosted huge family dinners on Christmas. My husband’s siblings joined us and usually some of my family. We ate huge meals always with pie for dessert. One year my brother, my husband and his brother had a … Continue reading →
CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN. CHRISTMAS MEMORIES.
With Christmas almost here, I thought I’d share some special memories. I hope you’ll feel free to share some of your own. 1. The first Christmas as a new family. My fist born son was almost 9 months old and … Continue reading →
FACT OR FABLE
Hot and dry winds descending mountain slopes are found around the world. In Alberta, theses snow-eating winds are known by their American Native name, Chinook. (Pronounced with a ‘sh’ beginning sound.) Chinook is an Indian word that means, “snow-eater”. The … Continue reading →