An Amish-made Handbag!

by | Feb 10, 2014 | Uncategorized

Handbags and purses have a long and illustrious history, but is there anything a man from North America dislikes more than carrying his wife’s purse? How did pocketbooks get such a bad rap? I’ve seen real men carrying small, handsome leather purses in...

An Amish Farewell

by | Feb 3, 2014 | Uncategorized

I hate saying goodbye. But sometimes I have no choice. Farewell, Bill Coleman, photographer extraordinaire of the Amish. He died at age 88 after battling heart disease. We can see through his lens what an extraordinarily generous heart he had as well as a keen eye....

Happy Friday!

by | Jan 31, 2014 | Uncategorized

Greetings and thanks for stopping by my blog! I wish each one of you a wonderful Friday and weekend. Here are a few photos for your entertainment. Sun setting over Lake Washington a few days ago I resisted buying flowers. Too early! Always fun shopping in Lancaster...

Who Lives Longer?

by | Jan 27, 2014 | Uncategorized

Coming June 1, 2014! I’ve heard people who dwell in close-knit communities or are members of a group of like-minded thinkers enjoy longevity and experience more satisfaction in life. Intrigued, I investigated on the Internet, but came up empty, although WebMd.com...

Who are the Englisch? | Guest Post by Amanda Flower

by | Jan 23, 2014 | Uncategorized

As an Ohio girl, I’ve always been aware of the Amish. Every year during my childhood, my family would make an annual trip to Holmes County around Easter. We went to enjoy the scenery, eat, and shop. It’s one of my favorite childhood memories. I can see my dad now...