Monthly Archives: July 2008

Romance Isn’t Dead on This Blog…

I’ve already inflicted my Georgette Heyer laden burbles on you (now there’s a sentence for you, heh), but lately, aside from my re-reading her novels I’ve been tempted back to reading historical novels and those of the romantic variety. For … Continue reading

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Hot Air Balloon Flight at Castle Fraser

I have, yet again, Elinor to thank for the link to this most excellent video.  When do I get my go?!

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Argh! and Hello

Well, some of you might have guessed that I have been away on holiday for the last few weeks, though I did attempt to leave some timed posts.  I say attempt, because: I updated some files on my computer the … Continue reading

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Victorian Month at the Castle Reminder

A quick reminder that August is Victorian month at Castle Fraser. There will be a children’s quiz (written by yours truly) and other themed events for the Victorian Weekend 2/3 August. There will also be costumed guides on certain days … Continue reading

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Edwardian Love

These are so pretty I couldn’t resist them!  Not my usual line of collectible pictures/photos, but they really caught my eye.  Remind me to tell you about the Victorian album I rescued some time ago…

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Upcoming Events at the Castle

Come join us…you know you want to!

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Mysterious Figures at Castle Fraser

Firstly, thanks to the lovely Elinor, who recently purchased this antique engraving for letting me use her image. This engraving, probably from the 1830s/1840s shows the rear of the castle, and it’s courtyard.  It also shows many additions made by … Continue reading

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The Georgette Journey

The lovely Melissa and I are currently reading our way through Georgette Heyer’s novels, starting with The Black Moth. Feel free to join in if you want to, here are the next few novels we will be reading over the … Continue reading

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Doodle Week Strikes Back

If you didn’t doodle last time, well why not?! Doodle Week is back this month for more fun and games hosted by the lovely Laura and Claire. Shortly I will be taking an enforced blogging break, so won’t be able … Continue reading

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Remembering 7/7

Image copyright 2008 Alison Lodge

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