Lucia Day is celebrated each year on December 13 throughout Scandinavia. It is a fascinating mix of facts and myths surrounding a young woman from Syracuse, Italy whose life and death in the 3rd century lead eventually to her sainthood. The traditions inspired by Saint Lucia have been especially embraced by Swedes and there are […]
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Around the World in 52 Books: Early Summer Readings
Now’s the perfect time to share with you my progress on the Around the World in 52 Books challenge. Summer can provide some great opportunities for your to catch up on your stack of books to read. Maybe you’re on a vacation with some time on the plane, in the car or even at the […]
WanderShopper At Home: Valentine’s Edition
As Valentine’s Day approached, I decided it was time to do some decorating and I thought you might enjoy seeing some of the ways I put my looks together. Once you get some basic pieces, the decorations can be adapted for any holiday, season or any other inspiration you may have. I’ll begin by showing […]