Sweet and flattering. Women in 19th century America, and around the world for that matter, never failed to swoon at least a little when a man paid her this honor. Yes it was both sweet and flattering! Originating in Poland in the 17th century, hand kissing is something that has been given many different meanings….
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Interview With Midway Mary
Interview Subject – Mary Prattle, a.k.a. Midway Mary, support character, CounterClockwise: A Blast From The Past Love Story. Warning – Mary is a very skilled liar and a thief. She’s devious and out for revenge and her hidden agenda is terrifying. During the pre-interview process, Mary tried to steal several items from the interviewer’s handbag –…
King Of Pentacles – Both Sides Of The Coin
He’s all about the money. A brilliant business man and one heckuva good student, the King Of Pentacles succeeds at everything he applies himself to – and that’s no exaggeration. Early on in life, this king decided that he wanted it all – riches, fame, and knowledge. Love may not have been high on his…
Corsets In the 19th Century
Pulling it all in. That’s what the woman of 1840 and indeed women for many decades after that, wanted to do most of all. The idea of a tiny waistline was en vogue for lots of reasons. One of them I believe is that it automatically gave dressmakers work by way of adding tucks in…
Tarot Card: The Magician
Meaning Of The Magician – I I love seeing the number one in readings, especially single card readings. Traditionally The Magus, or Magician as it also known, brings an opportunity for something new to be created. Not so much in the way or pregnancies though if that’s what you’re hoping for, but rather chances or…
Interview With Maclaren Sanford
Interview Subject: Maclaren Sanford, Butler, Merriton Manor, NYC AUTHOR: Welcome, Mr. Sanford! We’re so glad that you took the time to join us here. MS: I’m not used to be addressed as “Mr.”. Simply say “Sanford”. AUTHOR: Of course. MS: This idea of an interview is foreign to me as such. Why would anyone want to…
CounterClockwise: A Blast From The Past Romance 
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