April is Scottish American Heritage month. And as an American with a Scottish bloodline, I thought I would do something fun and share several ways the Scots have impacted America. So grab some shortbread, put on some Scottish music, curl up in your plaid tartan blanket, and dive into Scottish American heritage with me. Scottish … Continue reading How The Scottish Impacted America
Month: April 2024
The Midnight Riders of 1775
The battles for Concord and Lexington have become recognized as the starting point of the American War for Independence. "The shot heard round the world" is the way many would describe it. Of course it wasn't heard around the world literally. Rather, it was an event that echoed across the continents of the globe, shocking … Continue reading The Midnight Riders of 1775
5 Ways To Support Your Favorite Blogs
Maybe you love reading, and just found a blog that shares reviews of books you're interested in. Maybe the thrill of testing out your culinary skills has landed you on a blog all about cooking, and you absolutely love all they have to offer. Maybe you're a fashion enthusiast who just discovered the fashion blog … Continue reading 5 Ways To Support Your Favorite Blogs
Rationing in World War Two
Imagine having the money to purchase a pound of sugar from the store, but not being able to because you didn't have enough rationing stamps. That was everyday reality for Americans navigating the hardships of life on the Homefront of World War Two. The Second World War saw the largest militarization of America in history … Continue reading Rationing in World War Two